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I'm a performer (singer and wannabe actress), but my weight killed my confidence so I pretty much stopped going to auditions. About 5 years ago, I had professional headshots taken that were the final nail in my theatre coffin. They are, without a doubt, the worst pictures I've ever intentionally posed for. That includes drunken Vegas pictures, sweaty end-of-the-day at Disneyland pictures, everything. THE WORST.

On Saturday, I had new headshots taken by a friend who isn't a professional. The new pictures aren't the same quality as the pro pics, but they're still worlds better. I have my sleeve to thank for making me feel and look better. If you're still on the fence about this surgery, I hope this gives you the kick in the pants that you need.

Okay, here goes. One old headshot, and then one new headshot. Don't laugh. :unsure:

Old headshot

New headshot

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All I can say is...WOW...mouth open..

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beautiful!

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so so beautiful! you must be thrilled!

sleeved 12-19-11

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You could pass for Alisha Keys in that photo.. Just beautiful. We are all so proud of your accomplishments! Way to go! I had to keep comparing them to make sure it was you....lol.. Your lips give you away ;)

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Oh. My. God. There is NO way anyone would laugh at that. Good grief, Girl. Is that the same person!!?? You were beautiful before, but oh man!!!! You don't even look the same!!! That is amazing....SO amazing! I am so freakin' proud of you!!!

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You are GORGEOUS!

I am so glad you got your confidence back. Congratulations :)

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Erm... are you sure that both pictures are YOU ...lol... you just look sooooo different! Well done on a beautiful transformation; beautiful before and beautiful now!! =]

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Laugh? NO Drool? YES! . . . I'm sorry, did I say that out loud? Shame on me! I'm sorry.

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Hahaha thank you, everyone! It's really weird. In my head I look like both of those pictures, but they look so different from each other that it's hard for me to believe that they're both me. I appreciate that none of you are laughing at that first picture. I've never shown those first headshots to anyone. They were a total waste of money because I hated them so much. And that one was the best one of the set!

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Stunning! Wow! What can I say! You are beautiful! You have really Rocked that Sleeve! :wub:

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Congratulations on the remarkable transformation!!! You look fabulous.

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All I can say is B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L!!!

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