Cris M.

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Well it was two years ago today that I had my gastric bypass.  So much has changed, I lost so much weight and a few months ago I had my tummy tuck. Busy living life to its fullest and I love being so much more then just a number on a scale. I am blessed with a wonderful hubby that has been through everything with me. Our over 20 years of marriage just keeps right on getting better each and every day.  I would like to thank this community for all of the many people that have given of themselves for others.  Thanks for the encouraging words and help.  God Bless You All & Hugs

So excited to have this coming up. I was heavy all of my life and in JAN 2010 I had gastric bypass surgery. My highest weight I was 315 the day of surgery I was 268 and I am now and have maintained 165-170.  Nov 15th is my tummy tuck day and I really cannot wait.  This for me has all been a wonderful dream. The smallest I ever was in high school was 180 pounds and wearing an 18/20 jeans.   I have been in a size 12 for a good while now. (to me this is a dream that I dont ever want to wake up from)  I have never had a flat tummy and to think that now this is within my reach....for me....is a miracle. I know we are not defined by our size....yet I was the one behind the camera taking the photos and not in them. I was the one standing off to the side of life and watching others live it.  I have opened up....I have started to become less gaurded. Im happier then I have ever been.  Making healthy choices....one day at a time....ENJOYING life and Thanking God each day for it.  Thank you to all of those wonderful people on here that have given me advice and help along my journey. I am always open to advice.  The wonderful day of flat tummy is approaching....and Im SOOO very excited.   Hugs All

Never wanted to have my picture taken before. I would always be the one taking the photo or making sure that I hid behind others.  In my first photo, I was 315 Lbs....I had a lot of health problems and felt ashamed of myself. In the second photo, I am now at 175 Lbs....I have only 10 more pounds to go till Goal.....My health problems have gone away and I am so happy to be in as many photos as possible.  My self confidence has gone through the roof and I am no longer ashamed. I feel like for the first time in my life....I'M LIVING, I'M ALIVE, I'M HAPPY.  :0)


I added the photos onto my profile.

Another great day gang. I started this day off with loosing another pound, then came on Obesity Help to update my health tracker. When I signed onto the site I saw an advertisement at the bottom on the left of my screen for SoBe Lifewater...so I clicked on it....and signed in with my facebook account...AND I WON!!!!!   Yahoo for me again!!!  Hope you all are having a fantastic day...and Keep up the Good Job with taking care of yourselves.  Many Hugs, Cris

So easy to create a smile, with your simple words.  To paint a picture of happiness with a simple sentence or two. This journey of life we are all on is an awesome one.  Just wanted to thank you for the smile you have brought to me today. Without even trying or knowing, some one can touch your heart and have made a difference. Wishing you all happiness.
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Cris

Yesterday, May 12th, I did it.  I broke through to under 200lbs....the scale said 199.  I really up'd my protein and my drinking all day yesterday and this morning the scale said 196.   I realize that I am so much more then just the number on the scale. But for me I cried because I have not been under 200lbs since my 18 and 16 year olds were in diapers.  Every day of my life I am enjoying and thanking God for each new day. I pray you all are happy and healthy and you find joy in each and every moment.
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Cris

Good day all. Im so excited because this weekend my hubby and I are going up to see a bunch of kids that we graduated with for a nice dinner.  I saw this same group months before my surgery and now.....50 pounds lighter I am currious to see if anyone notices. If they do great and if they dont....doesnt matter I still feel wonderful and Im sure that will show. For me this was the best decision I could have ever made for myself.  Keep the faith everyone. Hugs, Cris

Well today I am 224.....so happy.....only 10 pounds away from my half way mark. I know some people say this is the honey moon period....but Im enjoying every minute of it. Im eating right, the correct amount, excersizing......its all good.  Sun shiney in my world.  God Bless and thanks for reading.

Today is thursday, feb 25th.  Im happy to report that I am now at 230 pounds. It has been comming off very well. I feel better each day. I have a before photo Im going to be posting soon along with an updated picture (which Im going to take soon). I love all of the encouragment that this site and its members bring.  Raises my spirits each day.  Thanks for reading and God Bless.

Got up to go to church yesterday. As I was getting ready and put on my dress slacks...I had to laugh. When I had my surgery I weighed 268 now I am at 232....yeah, had to call the hubby up and show him...they nearly are falling off of me. He laughed and said I think you need a belt.  Its those little tiny victories we need to remember. In our walk, one day at a time....enjoy each moment.   Have a great day all.  
Keep the faith.