There is always a light at the end of the tunnel!!! I just wanted to post a picture for everyone, I am almost 9 months out on July 1 and I have lost a total of 66lbs and counting... I would like to lose another 23lbs but its coming slower now that I have gotten closer to goal... I am thoroughly enjoying every second of my life and I feel freer than I ever have!! I work out at least 3 times a week mostly running but also doing light weights to tone up arms and legs... Im enjoying this whole process and I know that i have not always been perfect but I do know the proper behaviours to use this tool responsibly!!

here I am before...

and here I am ... wearing my scars proudly in a neon bikini!!! bring it on world!!!!!!

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I hope that everyone has a chance to reflect back on their decision to be sleeved and believe it to be a blessing! I certainly do believe that i have been blessed to have the sleeve and I always hope I cherish it and use this tool to it's full potential... I'd be lying if I didnt say I wasnt scared to go back to those dark days... because I definitely am, so Im trying my best to stay the straight and narrow!!!

I Love the attitude in that neon bikini... love it love it love... congrats on a job well done!! =]

Wow, I am so happy for you, and I wish I had your confidence.

Wow girl. You are rocking that sleeve AND that bikini, great job!!!! You look fabulous!

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You look great!!! I could barely even see your scars. I sure I will be just as successful. Wow! 9 months. AMAZING!

Wishes.... as time goes by your confidence will increase!! <3 we all get there in time

thank you everyone! I just hope that people see that amazing light at the end of the tunnel.. all of the little discomforts are totally worth it in the end!

You look AMAZING!!!!! You go girl!!!! Enjoy the new you!!!!!! Thanks for posting, very inspiring.

you look phenomenal! congrats on the weight loss. I can't weight till i start taking my post op pics in a few months. It gives me hope.

Now THAT is impressive. Thanks for sharing. You are really an inspiration to all of us!

You look phenomenal!!!!!

I get a lot of hope from this i can't wait I get mine in the end of August....looking good...

Very inspiring! You look great and wear that bikini proudly. You deserve it. Bring on the fun, sun, and confidence.

Ohhhh, to be young again, with that nice tight skin LOL....

You look great!!

You look absolutely fantastic! Rock that sleeve, girl!

i hope my skin thinks its young!! lol...

You look amazing!! I cant wait...

Wow you look amazing. I'll be starting out about the same weight you did. Now I know what to look forward too. Althought I know my skin won't go back like yours....it does suck doing this after the age of 45. LOL

You have really inspired me. Thank you for sharing the photo's.