I started this process in June/2015 the surgery was August/2015. I went through so many different emotions, one of the largest hurdles was bored eating. My family didn't support me. The only 2 people that did was my husband and sister. Everyone else said it was the "easy way out". I couldn't play with my children. Go on field trips with them or anything like that. I would sit on the bench during the time at the park because I couldn't keep up with them with out feeling out of breath and embarrassing them. I Had to sleep downstairs sometimes because I couldn't make it up stairs. (Laziness) Coming to this decision was never an easy task, but ultimately the best decision I've made in a long time. I've hit stalls, have extra skin, boobs are non existent [emoji23][emoji23] etc, but I wouldn't change anything about this journey. Sure I can't eat like I did before but who would miss that when that's the reason I was overweight to begin with. There are days that I want a burger with the works lol, but I'm learning to curb my cravings or wants. I love the new me and I won't allow food to win ever again.

You look amazing! Congrats on your progress and for makign this choice for yourself and you children and not letting other people's opinions deter you.

You can still have the burger, just minus the bun, condiments and fries. I eat them all the time. Congrats!

You look amazing! Congrats on your progress and for makign this choice for yourself and you children and not letting other people's opinions deter you.

Thank you.. Me, my husband and children are enjoying life.

You can still have the burger, just minus the bun, condiments and fries. I eat them all the time. Congrats!

Thank you, I did sometimes a turkey burger with organic ketchup 2 grams of sugar lol and mustard.. Haven't had one post op just pre op.

I started this process in June/2015 the surgery was August/2015. I went through so many different emotions, one of the largest hurdles was bored eating. My family didn't support me. The only 2 people that did was my husband and sister. Everyone else said it was the "easy way out". I couldn't play with my children. Go on field trips with them or anything like that. I would sit on the bench during the time at the park because I couldn't keep up with them with out feeling out of breath and embarrassing them. I Had to sleep downstairs sometimes because I couldn't make it up stairs. (Laziness) Coming to this decision was never an easy task, but ultimately the best decision I've made in a long time. I've hit stalls, have extra skin, boobs are non existent etc, ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1457622775.052363.jpg ImageUploadedByBariatricPal1457622844.176623.jpgImageUploadedByBariatricPal1457622862.845402.jpgImageUploadedByBariatricPal1457622902.052894.jpgbut I wouldn't change anything about this journey. Sure I can't eat like I did before but who would miss that when that's the reason I was overweight to begin with. There are days that I want a burger with the works lol, but I'm learning to curb my cravings or wants. I love the new me and I won't allow food to win ever again.

And that's all you need, the people who love and understand you. Others have to learn in their own time, and if they prefer to stay closed-minded then that's something that's out of your control. They may live this life and never understand. No one can ever truly get IN your shoes but you. You are blessed and you look beautiful and I am so happy to hear how much you have celebrated this procedure!

Congratulations!

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Thank you so much. Yes I've started to let go of all the negative. I have no room for it. @@Amelie2016

thanks for sharing your amazing journey - you look awesome!

Congrats to you!

Thank you @@jane13

You look great! Congratulations and I can totally relate to the bored eating. [emoji5]

Congratulations, you're doing great!!! Restaurant eating is easy! Skip the pre-dinner bread and cocktails, order a nice cut of meat (don't worry about the sauce), trade-in the starch for a second veggie, skip dessert, and take the leftovers home for tomorrow's lunch. That's still more than you can eat in one meal, right? And by the way, a burger with cooked mushrooms and onions (and blue cheese if you like) is even more amazing without the bun! Enjoy the ride!!!

Congratulations, you're doing great!!! Restaurant eating is easy! Skip the pre-dinner bread and cocktails, order a nice cut of meat (don't worry about the sauce), trade-in the starch for a second veggie, skip dessert, and take the leftovers home for tomorrow's lunch. That's still more than you can eat in one meal, right? And by the way, a burger with cooked mushrooms and onions (and blue cheese if you like) is even more amazing without the bun! Enjoy the ride!!!

Thanks!! Yea restaurant eating still amazes me .. I love it even more I'm basically paying for lunch and dinner I'm always tickled by that. I'm going to have to try the burger with the mushrooms I've never had them before. Sounds tasty!

Congratulations, you're doing great!!! Restaurant eating is easy! Skip the pre-dinner bread and cocktails, order a nice cut of meat (don't worry about the sauce), trade-in the starch for a second veggie, skip dessert, and take the leftovers home for tomorrow's lunch. That's still more than you can eat in one meal, right? And by the way, a burger with cooked mushrooms and onions (and blue cheese if you like) is even more amazing without the bun! Enjoy the ride!!!

Thanks!! Yea restaurant eating still amazes me .. I love it even more I'm basically paying for lunch and dinner I'm always tickled by that. I'm going to have to try the burger with the mushrooms I've never had them before. Sounds tasty!

I always joke that I'm a "cheap date" now, because I'm always ordering off the appetizer menu or just sharing an entree.

You look great! Congratulations and I can totally relate to the bored eating. [emoji5]

Thank you so much I appreciate it. I just try to make myself busy. That's the only way to get around bored eating

Congratulations, I feel a bit discourage today (it's been 2 months since my surgery and I still feel fat). Looking at your photos is very encouraging. Thank you for sharing :-)