Happy 1 Year Sleeve-i-Versary to me! 100# - GONE!

[vanishingvixen 40]

Before/After

One Year.

One.

HUNDRED.

#.

Wow…

Size 24

I thought I’d have alot to say. Waxing poetic about the journey. But really? I’m just happy. Healthier than I was a year ago. More conscious of what I put into my body. Better at maximizing whatever physical activities I can…There is alot to be said for that.

Size 14

Though I’ve plateaued for the moment – I know it will come off…eventually. I’m only a few # away from “Onederland” which was a MAJOR anniversary goal that I’m kinda disappointed that I didn’t make, but… OH WELL. My doc is happy, and said I’m right on track. 4-6 more months will be my 16-18 month range for trying to get all the extra weight off, though that lofty. I was told 2 years is far more realistic – because the less you have to lose, the slower it starts to come off. We shall SEE about that.

None-the-less: My back has stopped hurting. My hips are happily swaying from side to side while thanking me. My knees are now chugging along like a well-oiled machine – INSTEAD instead of threatening to give out on me with every step.

Feeling it!

I feel like a new person (and according to most folks, LOOK like one too – though my mind still has a problem reconciling the dramatic loss). I can run & play with my daughter. I can fit comfortably into my chair on the bus, train, booth, etc. I can go into a store and NOT have to slink to the back with the PLUS sizes and buy right off the rack in the regular Misses or Jr. Section. *head nod*

Yup. I can’t complain. And even if I could…I WOULDNT. I’ve come too far. And even with about 50# to go, I know it will come [off]. Slow & steady wins the race, right?

So, on my surgery anniversary (as with my wedding anniversary at the end of this week) – I am re-committing myself to this journey. Re-committing myself to a more healthy way of living. And more importantly, re-committing myself to LOVING myself, whatever state my body is in…Saggy boobs. Arm Flaps. And All. Because despite some insecurities about my “new” form (mainly my disdain that my cleavage ain’t what it used to be)…I still look DAMN. GOOD.

*cheers* to the next leg of this race. I’ll check in on the other side of 200!

all the best!

[Lissa 2,631]

You couldn't convince me that cleavage ain't what it used to be ... and, sister, the vixen is NOT vanishing, she's coming out with a vengeance!! You look amazing to me!!!

[longer-life 139]

I still look DAMN. GOOD.

LOL. You look GREAT! Congratulations!!!!

[Intime 0]

Congrats...you are doing great..

[SouthernSleever 228]

I was just thinking about you the other day! You look amazing! Congrats!!

[Amanda131 214]

V.V.-

I love the tone of your message! It is so positve and really shows how at peace you are one year after surgery. Really, what more can we ask for than that? Oh yeah, to look smokin' hot which you do! Way to go!

Amanda

[Nichelle 21]

Wow, you look truly amazing! Congratulations on all your hard work.

[thickinphilly 1]

hey it's been a while since i've seen you post. you were one of the first people that i read up on when i joined this site about a year ago. you look fabulous. i am 22w and if i could get to a 16w someone would have to slap me. mind you i'm no closer to my sleeve but that's a whole other story. you have done a great job i surprise that you want another 50lbs off. you look fine just how you are today. continue to work your sleeve girl you have done fantabulous.

[M2G 1,836]

WOW!!! You look amazing and so good to hear that you *feel* amazing too! Thanks for the post!

[coops 1,790]

WOW... NOt only do you LOOK fantastic you look soooo confident! I love the poses... beautiful! =]

[italianlady13 80]

You look beautiful! Yay to you!

[CT Fats 82]

Nice job! You look great!