One Year Ago Today I got my Sleeve!

So yea I never really do this...but I'm going to.  I have lost a total of 108 pounds today.  Below is a photo of me at my highest on the left and the day of surgery on the right.

This is another photo of me at my highest weight.

This is me today at work...we need to do something about those boxes huh?

Go****his has been great.  I have had zero physical hunger for the most part.  The Sleeve has been wonderful for me.  For the first time in my life I feel I have a real chance to keep off the weight I've lost. I wish I could tell you this was easy but I had to try and really try hard.  I have logged almost every day I've had my sleeve.  I've tried to keep my carbs low and I have had to exercise.  I would say I'm some what of a slow loser but I'm still making my way to where I want to be. I have not been perfect and I've had some slip ups here and there but I never stop trying.  Yes I do eat bad things sometimes but I consider every meal a chance to make the right choice.  One good choice at a time and I figure more good than bad will add up eventually.  The all or nothing attitude just doesn't work for me.

Sad though I've lost all of my boobs lol!  I've lost some hair...but I've gained self confidence I never had before in life.  I can be a real mom now.  My kids are in sports and I don't spend every afternoon plopped down on the couch.  Before this loss all I could do is go to work and come home and sit.  It was painful!!!  I'm not sure exactly why but I used to hurt everywhere.  My knees would just go out on me and I would fall at random times.  It was very sad and embarrassing.  The Sleeve was the second chance I needed and that's the way I like to look at it.  I know I can still mess it up...I have to keep trying.  I will always have to watch what I eat and do some type of exercise.  There is no going back ever!

I'm not sure if anyone has any questions for me but I'd be happy to answer.  I'm still trying to lose more and am considering revising my goal...even though people think I need to stop lol.  Oh yes and I do have mega excess skin...Still it was worth it...hair loss...excess skin...and loss of boobs lol...I've gained way more.  My kids are proud of mom now!  That's the best part!  I get to be what a mom should be!

I think you look absolutely amazing!!!  Thank you for sharing your pics today.  You are doing awesome, keep up the fantastic progress!!

Thanks Shagdoll!  Who's that with you in your pic?

That's my man ... BigJohn78

Woohoo :) nice!

Thank you so much for sharing! I love seeing everyone's before and after pics - it is so inspiring. You look incredible!

Thanks!  I'm glad it helps it helped me too :)

You look great!!!!!  So glad you were brave and shared the pics.  Helps a pre-op like me!!!

Thanks!  Don't be afraid!  It's worth it...you will soon see!

Congratulations!  You look amazing and your user name certainly matches the smile on your face and in your eyes!