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Positivity Challenge. Name 3 things about surgery that has changed your life.

1. I can sleep at night without worrying my husband will be unconscious during the night when his blood sugar dropped to 40.

2. I got a kayak for my birthday this month instead of a new recliner.

3. I went to NOLA for 7 days last week and walked more than I have in 3 years.

Blessed!

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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!

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!!!

(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.

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.

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.

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!

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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