In August of 2011, I was kicked off a ride at Six Flags for being too fat. As I walked down the ramp and saw my two year old son waiting at the bottom of it I decided that I couldn't live this way anymore and I just had to bite the bullet and look into surgery. It took me eight months to get it, the military is very thorough with their testing. In April 2012 I had my surgery. It's been a very rough road for me, I've had issues with nausea and losing weight too fast. I had my gall bladder removed because of the rapid weight loss. I was diagnosed with PTSD and anxiety (I work in a very violent city as a 911 Emt ). Since I couldn't "eat my feelings" I started manifesting the signs and symptoms. I pretty much kicked my sisters out of my life, they became petty and jealous once the weight started dropping off. My mother constantly tries to sabotage me. If it wasn't for my awesome hubby, great friends and the grace of God, I don't think I've could've done it. I've lost 110 pounds, went from a 24 to a comfy 8/10. Despite my issues, I've never been happier.

Congrats to you! So proud of you! I am only 12 days out but appreciate reading your story.

Awesome job!! You look great!! Keep up the good fight and I hope the ptsd gets better. I've been there, I feel your pain. Stay strong!!

You look amazing! I can't wait to be where you are! I'm so sorry about the lack of support from your family. That's really hard. But, I am thrilled for your success!

WOW!!! Great Job on your weight loss. You look great. I just started my journey but I am doing well so far.

WOW you look great!!

One question.. By looking at your before and after, it doesn't look like you had a problem with extra skin.

You look awesome! Hopefully your family will come to accept the new you some day.

One question.. By looking at your before and after' date=' it doesn't look like you had a problem with extra skin.[/quote']

Oh I do have a problem with extra skin! Every time I run my upper arms clap for me. Sounds like a standing ovation ! I have loose skin everywhere. My upper tummy droops a bit (in the pic I have my pants pulled up over it. Shhhh...) granted, it was pretty droopy before surgery due to my vertical c-section.

You look fabulous. The hell with your family, you chose your husband and friends, keep them! My sisters were always jeolous of me and now they do not talk to me anymore and my mom died two years ago, so no more worries there. I also take paxil for panic disorder, you might want to look into that kind of help for the ptsd. Congrats on your success and good luck in the rest of your journey.

In August of 2011' date=' I was kicked off a ride at Six Flags for being too fat. As I walked down the ramp and saw my two year old son waiting at the bottom of it I decided that I couldn't live this way anymore and I just had to bite the bullet and look into surgery. It took me eight months to get it, the military is very thorough with their testing. In April 2012 I had my surgery. It's been a very rough road for me, I've had issues with nausea and losing weight too fast. I had my gall bladder removed because of the rapid weight loss. I was diagnosed with PTSD and anxiety (I work in a very violent city as a 911 Emt ). Since I couldn't "eat my feelings" I started manifesting the signs and symptoms. I pretty much kicked my sisters out of my life, they became petty and jealous once the weight started dropping off. My mother constantly tries to sabotage me. If it wasn't for my awesome hubby, great friends and the grace of God, I don't think I've could've done it. I've lost 110 pounds, went from a 24 to a comfy 8/10. Despite my issues, I've never been happier.[/quote']

Oh wow, can I just say you look amazing! And i love ur tattoo, its beautiful

Congrats. You look pretty fantastic!

Thanks! I feel pretty great!

You look amazing! Keep up the great work. As a person that was just sleeved a week ago, people like you are an inspiration!