My mom sent me a cute new top from Chicos, just as a really nice thing to do for me. I was thrilled that if fit because I could NEVER shop there. The clothes have always been too small for me. So I had my daughter take a picture so I could send it to her with my thank you. It was the first time in years that I actually wanted my picture taken and the first time, in as long as I can remember, that I actually liked what I saw. Below is a picture taken of me a few weeks before surgery and the picture of me today. I guess its time to start documenting my progress in photos. It has been exactly two months since my surgery. I have lost 52 pounds since that photo was taken. I still have a long way to go, but now I feel like it is possible and that I will never be going back to the old me!

Wow! That is a huge two month transformation !!! You look amazing!

that looks great on you! Congrats on your weight loss!

Omg you look fabulous! I can really see a difference in your face and arms! Nice job girl

You look great!!!

Sooo Awesome!!! It feels great doesn't it! I have lost 51 lbs from my highest weight. My profile pic shows my weight difference! My husband says he is shocked when he sees me! I hate having my pic made...the before pic was taken by my niece and posted on FB..which I immediately untagged! So happy I have my sleeve. We only have greater things to come. I can't wait to be able to ride a rollercoaster again. (maybe even wear a swimsuit)

OMG, you and I look very much alike, both face and (before) figure. I'm pre-surgery at 260 so again, very similar. TWO months, just TWO months post surgery I'm going to look like that?! I'm going to cry with joy! No way did I think it would be THAT fast. You look amazing! Congratulations, you must be so proud and happy! Any secrets to share so I can do as well as you did?

And would you mind telling me your height? My goal weight is also 150 and I am 5'7".

Thx!

Wow! You look amazing! I can't believe that you have lost so much in 2 months. I am 6 days Post Op and so hungry right now, I can't imagine even losing 10 lbs in a month. You should be so proud of yourself!

WOW...look at you!! What a incredible transformation!!! Great JOB!!! You look amazing!!

I'm so ready for my journey to begin 8-22-12 at 6am, I can't wait!!!

Congrats to you and continued luck being sent your way!!! Hope I look that good in two months!

Melissa

Woot woot!

Woweeee! Good work, you look fab!!!

Looking awesome! Great work!

Wow, only two months? You look amazing.

Thanks everyone!

OMG, you and I look very much alike, both face and (before) figure. I'm pre-surgery at 260 so again, very similar. TWO months, just TWO months post surgery I'm going to look like that?! I'm going to cry with joy! No way did I think it would be THAT fast. You look amazing! Congratulations, you must be so proud and happy! Any secrets to share so I can do as well as you did?

And would you mind telling me your height? My goal weight is also 150 and I am 5'7".

Thx!

Raven21, thank you so much. I am 5'9" so only a little taller than you. I set my goal at 150, but would be happy at 160. In that picture I was about 260. I had lost about 10-12 pounds prior to that during my 6 month diet required by my insurance. (yes I realize I did not lose much during that phase. I was just happy I lost instead of gained.) My highest weight was 272. Once I got to my two week pre-op diet, I followed it religiously. I did have one cheat ( a piece of pizza) on the first day of my second week when I was on liquids only. I am not proud of it, but I was really craving taste and texture and my son ordered a pizza and was eating it right next to me. I was weak! After that, I was so scared that I had ruined my chances for a successful surgery, but all was fine. Everyone's pre-op seems to vary. Mine was one week of two Protein shakes & one sensible meal of lowfat protein and veggies. The second week was three Protein Shakes a day. During both weeks, I could have one of each of the following per day: 6 oz of lowfat, sugar free yogurt, 6 oz of sugar free Jello, one small piece of fruit or 1/3 cup of fruit. On the last day was Clear Liquids only. The only thing I did not give up until the final day was one morning cup of coffee with a little half and half. I lost 15 lbs during the pre-op diet.

Once I had the surgery, I do not think I have done anything special. I try to make sure I get all my Water in. I drink a Protein shake in the morning to start off my day with protein since I am not a big fan of eggs. I eat protein before carbs (most of the time) which means I am usually too full to get any carbs in. The main thing is to be patient with yourself. Looking back, I can't believe it's only been two months. But in the day to day, it seems like I have been doing this forever, and shouldn't I be thinner by now!? I didn't post it, but like many people on here, I hit a stall at three weeks. I was stressed and unhappy about it. I had finally started losing again when I went to see my surgeon for my second follow up. I mentioned the "stall" and he looked at me dumbfounded. He pointed out that my average weekly weight loss was 3 lbs a week which was great as far as he was concerned. I guess when he put it that way, I realized how impatient I was being with myself. If I had been on any other diet, I would have been thrilled!

Have you scheduled your surgery yet? Keep me posted! It's not everyday you find a twin!

Tracey

Thanks so much for sharing your story! I have my first appt. on Wednesday, then I start the 3 months of pre-surgery diet. I need to stop kicking myself for not doing this sooner but I am so excited I could scream! Your pics blew me away!

Way to go!!!