Every time I hop into my bed, or cross my legs, or bend down, curl up, stand up, etc, etc, etc, I am reminded how as we get larger, we compensate in how we move. I know I didn't realize for a very long time, the changes I made as I got heavier and heavier but I am hyper aware how much easier it is now to engage in any type of movement. Everything we do is different because it's easier the smaller one gets. It's so wonderful that I hope the feeling never goes away. Right now I'm constantly reminded of my weight loss because of this and I don't ever want it to become something I take for granted.

I was just thinking about this as I tied my shoes. When I was 300lbs, I couldn't breathe when I bent over to tie my shoes! Now, not only can I breathe, but I can even continue a conversation while doing so! ...it's these (not so) little things that make this journey so worth it!

I think what is crazy is I didn't realize how much my weight was affecting everyday little things! Tying shoes crossing legs, sitting in a booth, airplane, seatbelts...I could go on and on!! Love my band!

It is good to get in a bathtub and not worry if you will fall getting out. I had a fear everytime I took a bath or even in the shower that I might fall . My mobility has increased dramatically since my surgery. I now park my car far out in the lot so I will walk . That is something I would never do pre surgery, tying shoes and getting dressed without huffing and puffing is a real plus. The best part of losing weight for me is being able to keep up with my granddaughters In the mall. I hope I never take any of it for granted and continue to be vigilent about my weight.

Squeezed myself on to the couch the other day between two friends and a doggie -- didn't have to think twice about whether I'd fit.....and didn't feel embarrassed. That's the main thing for me these days -- not feeling shy and humiliated about my body size.

So true!! Staying connected with this community is a way I plan to never take it for granted.

I dropped my book at church the other night and out of habit I started to peck my son on the shoulder to get it for me, then I remembered I can do this.

Just reading through these responses reminded me of how I used to waddle when I walked. To be able to walk normally is something to not take for granted as well as the many other things we all share that were once difficult but aren't any more. So proud of all us.

Amen to all of the above !!! Before WLS, everything revolved around my weight problem. Dressing, housework, traveling, clothes shopping , self esteem etc, all were difficult. Now ? Nothing but positives. Not perfect, far from it, but ohhh the joys of just being able to move without worrying about it !!! I am SO grateful !!!