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I've lost close to 60 pounds and visually don't see much of a difference in these pics. However, mentally, I realize I'm able to wear smaller sizes and can get around a lot better so know I am making slow but sure progress!

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Me in the green shirt and again in the Camo hat... From about 380 a couple years ago to 265 recently...

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So here are my before 50 and after 50 stats and pictures!

calf then: R 16 L 15.5

calf now: R 15 L 14.5 lost - 2"

thigh then: R 26 L 26

thigh now: R 24 L 24 lost - 4"

top arm then:R 16.5 L 15.5

top arm now: R 15 L 15 lost - 1"

stomach then: 47

stomach now: 41.5 lost - 5.5"

neck then: 18

neck now: 15.5 lost - 2.5"

hip then: 52

hip now: 47 lost - 5"

breast then: 51

breast now: 43.5 lost - 7.5"

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Here they are! I hope you can tell the difference. My daughter says I have lost my butt.

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Even though I haven't dropped much weight in the past month and a half, I still wanted to share some updated photos with everyone. These "after" pictures were taken a few moments ago.

BEFORE @ 274 lbs.

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AFTER @ 199 lbs.

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There's Wonderwoman! I told you that you reminded me of her. Gorgeous Tricia - Long black hair, blue eyes and yes, nice colored/dark tanned skin ...

I look at the old you and I can't make myself see that any of the old you even belonged to you.

I love ya Tricia_K and again thank you for giving me continued support and counter motivation.

**BIG GIANT HUG**

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I dont know how to do the side by side and make the right size. Can someone help me?

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I am 8.5 months post op... so far Ive lost 40 pounds. here are my before and during pics.... 99 pounds to goal.

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Updated..... I think my original pics were posted way back on page 2. I'm obviously old as dirt lol....

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