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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!

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Before, 230 lbs, In progress, 185 lbs

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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.

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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!

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

Looking fantastic!

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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!!

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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!

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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.

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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!

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

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

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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!

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