Bariatric Surgery Complete

It’s almost 2 years later and I wanted to say the surgery was success. I can honestly say that even with the complications it was worth it. I was just a point where I felt like giving up on life and this breathed new life into me. Total weight loss was 60lbs. Ps as my stomach has expanded I have had to go into “mindful eating” to keep the weight off. I’m not hungry but I was hungry before I was addicted to eating. I can eat what I want but in smaller portions

I’m finally used to eating smaller portions. I’m not much smaller than before but I certainly am still losing inches. I’m a size 12 on the top and a 10 on the bottom. I went into the surgery a tight 16 but should wear an 18.
It’s time for me to start working out. I am approximately 178lbs. As you can see from the picture I look smaller but haven’t lost much more weight. My goal weight is 145. Overall, I’m happy I had the surgery. I’ve only gotten compliments from others, even those who know I’ve had the surgery. At the one year mark I’m going to get a tummy tuck. :)

So this is a celebration post. I’m down 37lbs. I started at 220; now I’m 183!!! I’m so very excited about this. I’ve went from a 40DD down to a 38DD. I must admit though my little booty is gone. I’m going to have to walk up hill on a treadmill to get it back.

When I got married 6 years ago; I was 177. I’ll be that weight again within weeks. My ultimate goal is to be between 125-140. To put that in perspective that’s how big I was in the 8th grade. I haven’t been that small since. That feels weird to say but it’s the truth. I’m I happy I’m getting smaller. I must admit though breaking my addiction to food has not been easy. I’ve had many “teary days.” Prepare yourself for this mentally before you begin...maybe grab a counselor or join a support group; you’ll need it.

I look good though and I’m grateful to get away from obesity.