I am almost a year out - Jan 6th. I cannot believe how far I have come. I am waiting to do a big one year update but wanted to share a few pics that might inspire a newbie or someone just starting their journey...

I was 239.8 when I started this journey:

My goal was 155 - I made it NOvember 1st - just under 10 months out.

Today I am 144.4. Here is a recent picture:

Its hard to believe how far I have come. I love the journey I have taken and where I am going. I have made some wonderful supportive friends on this site - God has blessed me in so many ways - amazing! I am looking forward to 2012 as I continue this journey and move on to maintaining. If you are thinking of VSG or on the fence....DO IT!

Kim

Thank you for all the compliments sleeve sisters and brothers! I am greatful that I was able to have this life changing surgery. I feel so blessed!

The support, information and advise we find on forum has kept me focused on doing the right things and accountable. I know that some people are just exploring their options, some are just starting their journey, some are post-VSG and are on their way. I used to look at before & after pictures and dream about the possibility of someday posting my own - those pictures kept me motivated and encouraged! So if I can pay-it-forward and help one person on their journey - that would be awesome.

Cheers to the New Year! I am sending you all wishes for a happy year filled with health, prosperity, success, love and loads of fun!

You look absolutely stunning, my friend! I am so happy for you and can't wait to follow your journey into maintenance in 2012!

You are doing amazing! We all transform at a different pace - each journey unique! Heres to continued success in 2012!

Kimmes, I've said it before and I'll say it again! You look amazing! You are soooo trim! What an amazing transformation. As you know I have been sleeved nearly 18mths now and I still love looking at goal pics and reading other people's journeys... when I see successes as brilliant as yours, it really does motivated me to get to my goal too! Congratulations on being a motivator and a big loser! =]

COOPS - You have inspired me on my journey! You went before me and I have read each of your posts and admired your determination and focus! Thank you for always sharing your story! I love being called a "Big Loser" - what a nice compliment - lol!

LOL I can see daylight bettween your leggs in the last picture! Great job!