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No more diabeetus medications. My sugar levels always hover around 90 now. Before I went through the program they were out of control on two different medications.

Being able to shop at the normal stores instead of the plus sized stores or online only. It's so nice to pick up a shirt in a store and try it on.

Being able to complete the Body Works plus Abs class at my gym. I'm not the thinnest person in it but I can do the entire thing!

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Hah! I still head for the plus sizes and then have to double back LOL! Seems we all love the new shopping experiences!

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Am I the only person who is loving the skinny sex!?!?!?!

Well heck I loved FAT sex! Skinny sex is better! Hahahahaha, you always shake it up Lipstick! LOL

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3 months after surgery, I can 1) keep up with my friends when we go to the Disney theme parks. 2) I can wear my favorite jeans (that are now too big!) that I haven't worn in almost 3 years. And 3) I'm no longer at risk for developing diabetes.

The diabetes thing was one of the main reasons for me getting the surgery. My grandpa, who just passed away 3 weeks ago, had diabetes. He was my biggest supporter in my weight loss surgery, mostly because he didn't want me to have to deal with all of the health issues that he had been dealing with most of his life. He was always so proud of me when I would give him updates! Him and my grandma said that when I got down to my final weight after the surgery, that they would buy me my new wardrobe. I now have more motivation than ever to keep up my weight loss to make him proud!

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Diabetes scares the heck out of me Ginger, seeing my husband and his problems for over 35 years, and it was getting worse. It no longer rules our lives. God Bless!

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Down 110lbs!!!

1.) I am no longer considered pre-diabetic or at high risk for diabetes.

2.) I love shopping for MYSELF now! Always loved shopping just shopped for everyone but me.

3.) I love life. I look forward to waking up every morning and knowing I can do whatever life throws at me!

Best decision of my life!!!

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(1) My positive out look on life is the best change for me

(2) My health has improved by far..Never felt this good in my life.

(3) My relationships... with my husband..(we are so in love) with my kids I'm more involved.

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1. Hitting a 7 minute mile - first time in over 20 years

2. Shopping at ANY store I want to now, because i fit into THEIR size range

3. My quality of life with my family has increased 100%, because I am not in pain, tired, hot or in a food educed couch nap

Topic wants 3 ways...I have dozens more! Best move I've made ever

Wow, a 7 minute mile! Now that is amazing. I hope I get close to that one day.

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1. Losing the seat belt extender on planes was a big one for me as I fly a lot.

2. No more meds, that is eight tablets a day I do not have to remember to take.

3. Being able to play tennis for more than an hour.

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1. No More BP medication, pre diabetes or CPAP.

2. Being able to shop in regular stores instead of the "Big and Tall" catalogue. I am wearing sizes from 30 years ago!

3. Looking forward to increased daily activity and exercise. Walking, hiking and kayaking with my wife has been great! i planted a vegetable garden this spring for the first time in ages!

Oh, the skinny sex is great!

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Linda, thank you for this thread. And thanks everyone -- such wonderful benefits. This thread is grrrrrreat!

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77lbs down...

1. I can put on my own shoes and socks!! Do my toenails and wash my feet! Hahah

2. I can bend down and get things I drop without having someone feel sorry for me and do it for me cause I couldn't reach it.

3. I'm with Lipstick... Skinny Sex Rules!! Hahah

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