So I had my sleeve done on April 2nd, 2014, just shy of 5 months. I used to come here quite regularly but life has been so busy, I don't get much time to post at all.

I've lost close to 70lbs so far, 2 shoes sizes, 4 bra sizes and 6 dress sizes. I don't really weigh myself anymore though because that scale plays mind games with me. I've lost lots of hair but I don't stress about it too much. I've started a local Bariatric Support Group because there are many people around my town who've had or want to have the surgery and there is no real support system. This also helps me to stay accountable.

I'm not one to be super strict with myself. I eat whatever I want, but I definitely know that my 'want' has changed dramatically since surgery. There's a big change on the outside, but the biggest change for me has been on the inside. I love myself. I love life. That is huge because I definitely didn't feel that way before April 2nd.

I am a total Crossfit addict. I do crossfit at least 5 days a week. I am addicted. It has made the biggest difference in the reshaping of my body.

So here's a before and "during" because my journey is still just beginning!

So exciting! You are doing great.

Great job girl!!! give yourself a big hug!!

Wow!

Incredible transformation and you've just started!

Congratulations. I know my tastes have so changed and I'm so incredibly lucky for that. I don't crave sweets like I did before and I eat almost all Protein and whatever vegetables I can fit in.

Kathleen

Looking good, Tanya! Keep it up!!!

You look amazing! !! Great job

You go girl! You are doing great! and kudos to you for starting a support group!

Great job! Congrats on your new beginning!

Looking good:)) love the pants. Where are they from?

Success stories are so great! Thanks for yours.

I love reading your post even more than seeing the pics, because it just comes across how much happier and healthier you are. It's great to hear how this surgery has really changed your life in such a positive way that is impacting more than just your weight.

So happy for, you. You look grear

Great job! You look amazing !

You look great!

Keep it up you look amazing!!!

Absolutely AMAZING transformation! So wonderful.

But even more wonderful is your taking responsibility to form a local WLS support group. Now, THAT is a truly marvelous thing you've done. You saw a need and met it.

My heroine for the day, you are!