a while back I posted a thread where I spoke about the lack of support I was experiencing from those around me . . well, I will no longer believe im good enough because of what others THINK .. I will now feel good about myself because i've made it! im happy & rny was by far the best decision of my life.

my surgeon, my weight management center, my pcp, & my therapist have been there for me in remarkable and admirable ways . . a few calls to them and im finally starting to see why I did this.. because I deserve to feel healthy beautiful in my own skin!!

so word of advice to other young ladies my age (20) out there : dont let your young age stop you from making this decision. I chose to risk it all in a life changing decision! if its truely what your heart desires and in your heart you believe this will help you become a better and healthier you, go for it! at the end of the day people will always have opinions about

you.. but the most & only important opinion you should keep in mind is your own!!

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Height: 5'8

weight on DOS: 275lbs

Current Weight: 190lbs

DOS : January 14th, 2014 (almost 5mnths out)

lbs lost so far ... 85!!! yaaay!

Edited June 1, 201412 yr by infinite_allure

Good job !!!

Edited June 4, 201412 yr by dhiraj

I'm so inspired by your story.I was in the same boat.I didn't have any support so I stopped the process, but now I'm more determined than ever!!! I'm going to go thru with it this time

You look fantastic! I'm 22 and it's so inspiring to see your success story. I am on the very first step of my journey and will be going to the doctor on Tuesday to request a referral to the bariatric clinic in my area and I am now even more excited!