Miss Lori O.

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One year has passed since my GBS.  I am currently at 155lbs. and feeling fabulous.  It's hard to believe that I am not dreaming when I look in the mirror.  I still have that chubby girl mentality.  When I shop I still go directly to the plus size section and then the realization sets in that I can't fit into those clothes anymore.  My husband is a doll and likes to tease me about it.  I tell him I'll always be a fat girl on the inside =0)  The funniest part about smaller clothes is that when my son folds the laundry he always thinks that my clothes are my 11 year old daughters.  LOL! 

I am just starting to look into plastic surgery.  My breasts, or my tortillas as I've been referring to them, need a little lift and fluff action and my stomach is saggy.  I tell my husband if we were rich I'd probably have my butt lifted and thighs done too!!!  LOL!  Seriously, the only thing I really want done is my boobs and tummy.  Hopefully that will be a reality by next summer.

Having GBS has been a very positive experience.  I am extremely happy that I was blessed to have it done and have reclaimed my health!!!!

I'm 8 months post-op now and weighing in at 157.5lbs.  Only 2 1/2 lbs from goal.  So freaky!!!   I had a follow-up with Dr. McKinlay on Tuesday and it went well.  He said I'm a rock star!!!  Woo-hoo!  I exceeded his expectations and he said to keep doing what I'm doing.  He also told me that my weightloss should slow down A LOT!!!  Over the last month I really haven't lost but a few pounds.  I feel okay with not losing anymore if that's what happens.  My main goal in having gastric bypass was to be healthier and get off my meds which I have done.  

Bathing suit weather is approaching fast.  I'm sure anyone who has had the surgery has had to face this with saggy skin which I am about to do.  The extra skin on my upper thighs, arms and stomach really doesn't bother me (if I don't have to look at it!) but I really don't want anyone else to have to look at it either.  Guess my best bet with helping with that issue is to get a bathing suit with a skirt or a tankini with a skirted bottom.  

Anyhow, I will try to post new pics over the weekend but honestly I don't look any different from my 7 months pics!  LOL!

HUGS!
Lori =0)

I am now six months post-op.  I am 175lbs and feel incredible.  My hairloss has finally slowed (hasn't stopped yet but I still have plenty of hair!!!) and wearing a baggy size 14 (can't bring myself to move to a size 12 just yet).  I spent the holidays with my family in California and was fun to see everyone's reactions to how I look although it was hard for me to hear the word "skinny" because in my brain I am still 280bls.  Working on my self image issues (feeling fat) and try to talk it out as often as possible with my hubby, friends and family.  My next endeavor is to find a good plastic surgeon so will start researching that now.  I still have at least 6 months before I can do it but want to find a surgeon in the SLC area who can sculpt me some hot boobies!!!  LOL!

Hugs!
Lori =0)

It's been five whole months since I changed my life!  I am 185lbs today and loving it.  I've moved in to a size 14 pants (down from a very tight 24  !) now and quite frankly feel weird about it!  I know that's strange to say but my brain is still "fat" and still trying to get with the program when it comes to my size.  Yes...the boobs are still long (and flatter by the second!) but just biding my time to get those things fixed.  Not too much flabby wubbage on my abdomen but I feel a tummy tuck is definitely in order though.  I am anxious to see my family at Christmas to see what they think of all the changes.  I've been sending them pictures every month but this will be the first time that they have seen me in person since I was 3 weeks out from surgery.  I'm keeping up with the program and really the only issue I have had is with constipation.  Thank the good Lord for Milk of Magnesia!!!! LOL!

I am now four months post-op and can't believe it.  Seems like only yesterday I was laying in the holding room at the hospital waiting to be taken back to surgery.  I am down to 198.5lbs as of this morning.  It's shocking to realize that the last time I was under 200lbs. was when my daughter was a baby.    I feel great though, no more high BP meds, joint pains, back pain, etc.  Life is good!

So my boobs are growing....and not in a good way.  They are becoming deflated balloons (or "dog ears" as some say) and for someone who has always had big full knockers, it's shocking and a little gross!  With each pound I lose I swear they are getting closer to the ground!  I heard someone on the board here use the term "chesticles" and now I completely understand what they were getting at.  I told my husband this morning that these puppies are gonna get a lift in the next year!!!  He's so sweet and has never told me I am anything but beautiful (even at 280lbs) but he totally agreed with me this morning!!!!  LOL! 

The months are flying by and I'm down to 212lbs as of this morning!   It doesn't seem possible that I am shrinking but I am.    Looking forward to the next three months and all the changes to come!!!

So the weather has turned cold and fall-like  up here in Northern Utah and I've discovered I have no freakin' long pants to wear!  Okay, I have two pairs that I can kind of wear (I need a belt or they fall down!) but really I need to go shopping.  Problem is I'm cheap and don't want to spend a lot on clothes because as you know, with a shrinking body what fits now may not fit in two weeks.  My hubby suggested the local thrift store and quite frankly, I am leaning toward that way.  Any suggestions on cheap ways to get some pants are welcome!!! 

So I am officially two months post-op now and down 52 lbs..  It's so hard for me to believe I've gotten this far so quickly!  I am anxious to be six months, then 1 year out to find out how much I'll lose and how much better I'm going to feel.  My family and I have joined an athletic club so we are making it a goal to work out, as a family, at least three days a week.  Last night was our first official night and it was invigorating!  I can't wait to tighten all this flabbiness up and gain more stamina.  I am soooo happy that I have had WLS and absolutely have no regrets!

Just thinking about the possibilities in life.  The possibility that some day I might actually be a normal weight and have a healthy lifestyle.  That some day, I might actually be able to shop in a "normal" clothing store instead of Lane Bryant or one of the other fat lady stores.  That some day, my kids will be proud of my journey to be healthy and that it inspires them to conquer their demons as I did mine.  I know it sounds a little sappy but feeling  a little sappy!