Some of you have asked for progress pics, and since I never do anything in a small way, I thought I'd go big and bare it all (almost). Keep in mind that in January, you could not have paid me a million bucks to even put on a swimsuit, much less be in the same zip code with a camera while wearing one, so this took a lot of courage for me. Be kind!

Before, 230 lbs, In progress, 185 lbs

You are freaking gorgeous, and blue is def. your color. You look better in the brights, not to mention you have a wonderful shape. Beautiful and brave.

Aw, thank you. Notice that in my before picture, I am not looking at the camera. My husband had to sneak to get a picture of me, because if I had caught him, I would have smashed the camera to bits. I am NOT a fan of getting my picture taken. Hoping the band changes that!

Wow!!! You look totally awesome. Very motivating.Thanks for the inspiration.

whhoot wheew! (that's my wolf whistle - lol)

Looking fantastic!

And looking good doing it, kjeter. *wink*

Girl you are looking awesome!! you looked pretty before too... but wow, you look like you are in your mid 20's now!! Hot chick on the beach - watch out!!! Looks at them legs!!

Thanks for the encouragement. I still have a long way to go, but I know I'll get there. I have my skinny bitch sister riding my a** all the way!

You look awesome. Where is that suit from? It is very flattering. I started at 235, now 183. I want to lose 20-30 more pounds. Did you get banded in Jan or Feb? I was Jan. So far it is the best thing I have done for myself. Keep up the great work. Be proud you look GREAT.

Kjeter! You are beautiful!! You're doing great! Keep it up and then your SB sister won't be able to ride you any more!:cool2:

kjeter,

You look great!! Congrats on your weight loss! Thanks for sharing!

Wow!! You look great and what courage! I'd have to have me a pitcher of Long Island Teas or something to be able to do that, scratch that it only takes a glass now:tongue_smilie:

Love your suit!

OMG! You look awesome!! I can't wait until I look that good! And the best part, I think, is how confident you look!

Now if I was a bloke, I would totally go for you! :biggrin2: You are stunning! Keep up the great work.

You look awesome. Where is that suit from? It is very flattering. I started at 235, now 183. I want to lose 20-30 more pounds. Did you get banded in Jan or Feb? I was Jan. So far it is the best thing I have done for myself. Keep up the great work. Be proud you look GREAT.

You started out about 5 lbs heavier than me, but looks like we're the same now. I was banded February 1, soon after you.

The swimsuit came from Kohl's, which is practically my house of worship. I buy almost all my clothes from there. I love that store!

Thanks so much for the compliments. It's those kind words that keep me going!

You look fabulous!!! You are MUCH more brave than I!! I'll put on a swimsuit in my back yard, but no pictures and definitely not at the beach yet! LOL

Keep up the great work!!!!