What a life changer. I love every bit of this process and my new lifestyle. Surgery went great and no complications, my energy high the whole time. So far no hair loss.

Congratulations.

You are looking soo good!! Keep up the good work


H 5'6" HW 253, CW 245, TBS 9/19

Thank you! I meant to write my staring weight. 294lbs BMI 49 now 209lbs 5'5"

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You look fantastic, love to see success stories, trying to keep a positive mental state prior to surgery...the only difference between fear and faith is where we put our focus...I am choosing to focus on all the positive successes I see here....

You look awesome. One of my greatest fears is that I will be shaped awkwardly, with a big head. :-)

Can I ask a question, you look about the same size that I am starting at. My arms are big also do you have a lot of extra skin on them or were you able to exercise it away?

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hi Carol, exercise it away is not possible when i been overweight for 28 years. yes i have the loose skin but it does not bother me at all. It is temporary because i know i will have skin removal surgery in future. To feel this good and be eating healthy is the #1 goal i have. My weight and body is image is second thought. Because who i am as person is inside me. And cloths can hide everything anyways. Having a healthy life style is worth everything. I am a cancer surviver and i know now i have a even greater chance for a longer life.

On 6/4/2017 at 10:31 PM, James Marusek said:

Congratulations.

ty James! im also from Indiana! South part!

You inspire me!

17 hours ago, Tarver11 said:

You look fantastic, love to see success stories, trying to keep a positive mental state prior to surgery...the only difference between fear and faith is where we put our focus...I am choosing to focus on all the positive successes I see here....

Hi Tarver, Yes i also did same thing before surgery! I am a christian and i know my faith help see me through every bit of it. The Dr even said my healing process was faster then most. i was so desperate for this life change. No matter what, i am all in! For me it was not about the weight loss as it was about being healthy. I survived cancer two year ago and am in high range for another cancer, along with being 150 lbs overweight increases my chances even more and the newest addition was type 2 diabetes. This was the best decision i ever made! I am now diabetics free, off all meds and all my reports came back and i am cancer free still. I feel good! I am going to make this next half of my life fun, active, and amazing! Im 45yrs old going on 30! Blessing to you on your journey!

I was pretty sure I couldn't exercise it away,i was just hoping there might be a chance. You look terrific,keep up the great work.

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On 6/4/2017 at 5:33 AM, LisaKay said:

What a life changer. I love every bit of this process and my new lifestyle. Surgery went great and no complications, my energy high the whole time. So far no hair loss.

You look great! COngratulations!

Hi Kay. You are doing shamazing. Can I ask Where did you have the op? How much in us or nz$?

i went with a company called www.beliteweight.com they were amazing in taking care of everything. for RNY it cost $8900 you fly into Texas and the hospital is 20 min drive away. beautiful room and no problem with people speaking english. i was pampered by them in every way. they pick u up at airport and drop you back off. everything was included in price except my flight.

HOSPITAL: StarMedica Hospital, Juarez, Mexico

SURGICAL TEAM: Dr. Jose Rodriguez-Villarreal & Dr. Elmo Aramburo