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Age 23, NJ/NY, 1Y 9M Post-Op

Hi everybody,

My name is Angie and I'm new to this online support method. I'm looking for people my age with whom I could relate to and seek advice from with no judgement. I'm almost two years post op and have lost over 170 pounds. I actually dropped almost 10 pounds below my goal and have maintained it since my weight stabilized in September.

I’ve been fortunate enough to stick to a healthy eating regimen for almost two years now. But realistically it's not perfect, and believe me the struggle is never over. Besides seeking advice, I'm also here to give advice when needed. I love to cook and remake healthy renditions to recipes, and am more than happy to share.

I also struggle with depression and body image issues, and would love to connect and help others in similar situations. Feel free to contact me, I don't bite!

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Hi Angie & Welcome!

My apologies but I am not in your age group, I am 52. Does it count that I feel like I am in my 20's again?LOL!

Congratulations on your incredible weight loss and more importantly your maintenance. You should be very proud of your self!

I really hope and pray I can be successful at maintenance, I never want to return to my old fat self.

You can both receive and support many on this site. I just wanted to say welcome!

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It's no problem, I'm open to connecting with people of all ages! Thank you for the positive messages and for welcoming me.

Also, congratulations on your journey and may you continue to succeed! I can only imagine how great it must feel to feel like you're twenty again! I'm certain that your maintenance will be successful as well!

Congratulations on your weight loss and welcome to the group.

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Thank you so much.

Hey, I'm 23 too! I'm Abby, from Rochester NY. I had my RNY on August 17th, so I'm only 4 months post op. I started at a higher BMI as well. Can't wait to be 170 pounds down from surgery. It's nice to meet you. ^_^

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Hi Abby! Congratulations, and best wishes on your journey. You'll hit that -170 mark before you know it dear! Nice to meet you. :D

Heyy Angie! I'm Arielle and I'm 23 as well living in NY. I am in my pre op diet plan for 6 months with my primary for my insurance. I am hoping to have the surgery in June after the 6 months are over. Congratulations on your weight loss very inspiring! Keep up the excellent work!

Hey Angie ! I'm 22 from Westchester County, New York. I will be going in for my sleeve mid February :). I'm 5'4 and my starting weight is 275. My goal weight is around 135-140. Congrats on all that you have accomplished, I can't wait to be on the losers bench with you :)

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@@Desiree92 @@NYGirlxo Hi Ladies! Thank you both so much for the warm welcomes! Again, I'm glad to have come across more people my age that I can relate to. Best wishes to both of you on your journey.

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hey there! i'm 12 months post op and have lost 150 lbs. i'm 23 and got the surgery in between graduating and starting my first "grown up job"

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hey there! i'm 12 months post op and have lost 150 lbs. i'm 23 and got the surgery in between graduating and starting my first "grown up job"

Hey there! I'm also 23, from NJ. Welcome!

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hey there! i'm 12 months post op and have lost 150 lbs. i'm 23 and got the surgery in between graduating and starting my first "grown up job"

Hey there!

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HI angie! My name is Britt I am 24 years old and I am going in for surgery on the 31st and looking for a bari buddy too! I dont know anyone my age who has had surgery either!

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HI angie! My name is Britt I am 24 years old and I am going in for surgery on the 31st and looking for a bari buddy too! I dont know anyone my age who has had surgery either!

Hey Britt, I'm so sorry I'm long overdue for a response. But I hope all is going well with you and your journey!

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HI angie! My name is Britt I am 24 years old and I am going in for surgery on the 31st and looking for a bari buddy too! I dont know anyone my age who has had surgery either!

Hey Britt, I'm so sorry I'm long overdue for a response. But I hope all is going well with you and your journey!

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