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Its hard to believe that 365 days ago I flew to San Diego and then went to Mexico to be sleeved by Dr Ramos Kelly. Oh my; a lot has changed in the past year...

This was me as I left my husband in Minnesota and took off for Mx:

Size 16, 239.8 pounds. Not very happy actually pretty depressed and scared to death about the adventure I was about to undertake!

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My initial goal was to reach 155 pounds which I was able to do in less than 10 months - November 1st, 2011: 155 pounds

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My journey was not all that hard - actually it was pretty easy - I am a focused person and I stayed focused on Proteins first, low carbs and exersize - working out with a trainer 2-3 days a week.

Tomorrow is my one year anniversary of one of the best decisions I have ever made! I am currently 144.4 pounds (Have been this weight for about 3 weeks now - up or down only a few ounces). I am wearing a size 6 or some 4's. Here is a couple of pictures taken this week:

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And one last one in my new size 27 Miss Me jeans!

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My only regret is not doing this sooner and not taking more pictures of my journey! I am in a good place right now - do not want to lose any more weight - trying to maintain where I am currently or within 5 pounds. I am healthier than I have been in 15+ years. I have energy and finally like the person I see in the mirror.

I am pretty tall so lose skin is not so bad - I cannot complain - no rolls or hanging skin, no bat wings. OH and not BOOB - could wear a training bra again I think (may address that later this year!) This journey was so worth it - I would do it again in a heartbeat. I would recommend my surgeon to anyone - the entire experience was truly a blessing.

Thank you to all those who went before me and provided me with their insight and advice! Your support has made the journey so much easier and enjoyable. If anyone is considering VSG or just starting your journey - stay focused - stay the course! You can do this! I will be 50 years old this year and really feel under 40!

Have a health and happy new year everyone!

Kim

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loved your blog and pics! you look great..so young & vibrant! im in month 3...3 more to go then surgery time! I must admit 'focus' is my word for this journey. :)

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You look amazing! Congrats on reaching and surpassing your goal!

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You look awesome! What an inspiration!

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YAYYYYYYYYYYYYY KIMMES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so happy for YOU! Love your miss me jeans sweetie :) I need to take a picture in mine too :) yayyy!

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Kim,

what can I say? WOW... you look absolutely amazing... there is NO WAY would I put you near 50! Goodness, me!! You must reveal 'how to stay young secrets'!!

Congratulations on an amazing transformation and getting to goal. Simply inspirational! =]

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Awe COOPS I love you! No secrets here... just oily skin that I hated as a teen but now that I am "middle aged" I am so glad to have it! But I am a bit of a "beauty product fanatic". I always am trying new products etc. My current thing is a SkinMedica peel at a spa every 3 months... I love it! It refreshes my skin - and I have posted previously that since I lost weight my facial skin was sagging.....so Juvederm injections to the rescue!

I can see me having a neck lift or some sort of skin tightening in the future...hate my neck and lines around my mouth.... I will age kicking and screaming! I know it sounds vain... out.gif but I think I am worth it!

Kim

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