Today at work I got on a ladder. I know some of you are sitting there thinking what is the big deal with that. Well working in retail most times this is a requirement and I steered clear of anything that took my 288 pound body off the stable ground. Today I was putting up a shelf and without thinking I just went and got on a ladder. Not until I was up there did I realize what I had done. I just want to say I know we all have surgery to lose weight. After having surgery I am finding more things than I am losing, lol. I am finding that I can do a lot more things than I thought I could. The little things that I am accomplishing are way more exciting than the weight I am losing. This surgery is helping me find out who I really am and what I like to do. I just recall going I dont like this or that, or I dont want to go there or be here. The truth is I was fat and thought I couldnt do things. I chose the name new begginnings because that is exactly what this surgery is for me. I cant wait to see what will happen next.

CONGRATULATIONS! What a victory! Keep up the great work.

I am so happy for you! Great job and great NSV!

Congrats! Every NSV is GREAT and means a lot!

Yeah, I always had a nervous chuckle when I read the warning on most ladder, typically 250 to 275 pounds max load and I tipped the scale at 375. A few groaned and creaked and scared the hell out of me too.

Even getting out of the tub I noticed my knees don't hurt like they did! I know what you mean! YOU GO GIRL! Congratulations on climbing the ladder of success!

Loved this NSV - one of many more to come. Congrats!

Thanks everyone. I figured I had to share something positive for all the people struggling. All you hear is it here better. Well I figured I should tell how. By the way super mom I haven't been in a normal size tub in years. The thought actually scares me. It's either the shower or a jacuzzi size tub. A regular tub might he my next victory lol.

I really loved your post! It wa moving an inspiring! Congratulations to you and Happy New Birth Day!!! Thanks for posting!

NewBeginnings, believe me I totally get where you're coming from. There are sooo many more to come, so enjoy them all!!! Hugs