mumof2boys
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This photo was taken a few weeks ago. Down 81 lbs. in 7 months. 65 more to go!!!
mumof2boys commented on starr's gallery image in Member Photo Gallery
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Good morning everyone. I hope that everyone is doing well. Just thought I would write and give you a little bit of an update. Well...this past Saturday (6/13) was my 11 year wedding anti-versary. I did rather well but it upset me that nobody in my family said anything to me. My boys were with their dad this weekend so I was kinda sitting around the house by myself the entire day which gave me nothing but quiet time to sit and think. Saturday evening, my friend picked me up and we went to listen to a band. We went to a restaurant/bar on the Water and the band played outside so we were dancing in the sand. I had a great time. It really took my mind off of things and let me unwind. I did get a text message from one of my bridesmaids (who is HIS friend...turned my friend) and she said that she had been thinking about me all day. I thought that was very nice of her. So...anyway...that about sums up my antiversary. My boys came home yesterday and I couldn't have been happier to see them. They had been with their dad since Wednesday (the day my youngest graduated kindergarten) and I missed them like crazy. Well...that's all for now...thanks again for all of your support. I appreciate it.
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Thanks, Suzanne...wasn't that 5k this past weekend in DC or was that a different one? I did the 3day last year and it was a great experience. Last year I created a team...nobody wanted to do it with me this year so I'm flying solo...
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Hey there groupies...how's it going? So....this weekend (6/13) is my wedding anniversary...11 years...guess how I'm going to Celebrate...I'm going to party, party and party some more. Life is going good...hanging out with friends and having a good time. The boys are doing great and gearing up for summer vacation...their last day of school is Friday. BTW...thanks Beth for the donation...I'm going to start on my fundraising journey this weekend...wish me luck. Take care everyone!
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I was kinda the same way until I got plastic surgery to remove the excess skin. I think that I was self conscience about the hanging stuff but now I feel much better. I don't know...maybe it was all in my head. Whatever it is....good luck with it...I can't get enough now
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Would you get breast implant.....??
mumof2boys replied to gg2007BandSTAR's topic in General Weight Loss Surgery Discussions
I just got my new twins. :biggrin: On April 14 I got a lower body lift and breast lift with augmentation...I'm lovin' it! -
A question for those who are at goal or close to it
mumof2boys replied to Dreamjeans's topic in POST-Operation Weight Loss Surgery Q&A
Hi there...from my experience I can say that I feel like a completely different person and I look like a completely different person. I was banded on April 30, 2007, I have lost 131 pounds and on April 14 I had a lower body lift and breast lift with augmentation. It is very weird walking into stores and picking up a much smaller size than before and I'm not sure if I will ever get used to it. When I see current pictures of myself I can't believe that it's me, whereas everyone else sees pictures of the old me and they say that they can't ever remember me like that (big). My self confidence is through the roof and I feel so good about myself. I finally feel like I love myself, for the first time in my life...what a wonderful feeling. I feel like I have a new life and it's a great one. I have posted current pics on here but I'll put some on this post so you don't have to search (if you're interested). Best of luck to you and just remember that you can do it!!! -
I had excess skin and just had plastic surgery 7 weeks ago. For me, I did it for appearance purposes but it's also easier to get around...the hanging skin on my belly was just in the way. I am very, very happy with my results and wouldn't change a thing...here are my pics in case you are interested. They are before weight loss and after plastic surgery...good luck to you all!
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EbonyRose...you rock! You are officially my first donation for 2009. I'm so excited. A book, huh? Very interesting. Maybe I'll think about that...what about a Liftetime movie...lol
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Thanks everyone and Beth...you are so right...I have come a very long way. Just looking at the very first post from a year go...I was in a much different place than I am now...I am doing so good for myself. I'm actually very proud of myself. :wub: So...I signed up last night to do the 3 Day Breast Cancer walk again. I'm very excited about it. I had such a wonderful and inspiring time last year. If any of you guys are interested in donating to me or even joining me on the walk, you can check out my page at: http://www.the3day.org/site/TR/Walk/WashingtonDCEvent?px=1587446&pg=personal&fr_id=1303 Wish me luck!
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Good morning to my groupies :frown:. I have been keeping myself busy and haven't been on the computer in a while...took a road trip two weekends in a row. I went to North Carolina to hang out with family...had a blast. I am drain free!!!! I have had my back drained twice and I need it again but the doctor tells me that's normal and it will slow up. Can I just tell you guys how much I am loving life right now. My boys are getting out of school next week for the summer...we're gonna take a vacation at the end of July (first time without the entire family) and I'm having a great time hanging out with friends in my spare time. I am still having a little trouble sleeping at night, following the attempted homicide, but hopefully I will get past that soon and get back to normal. I feel like a big chicken but I don't care. I hope that everyone is doing well...you guys have helped me through some pretty rough times and I appreciate it. You all make me laugh and smile when I need it most. :welldone2: I'm back at work now and trying my best to put a fake smile on my face like I'm happy to be here :thumbup:. I guess I shouldn't complain...at least I still have a job and for that I'm very greatful. Well guys...better get back to you...you guys rock! Tina
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Hi there...oh...what a journey it has been. There were many times that I felt frustrated and just wanted to give up but even before I had my surgery I made up my mind that enough was enough...it really is a mind game...once you make up your mind that you're gonna make it work...you will do it. If you have a bad or off day, pick yourself up and start over...nobody is perfect and slipping up every once in a while is human. Good luck to you...don't hesitate to reach out to me at any time...I will try my best to encourage you!
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Thanks so much. I cannot tell you how much my life has changed, for the better, following the weight loss and now the plastic surgery. My only regret is that I did not lose the weight sooner. You can do it...if I can...anyone can
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Hey there...I have been doing wonderfully. I have been really keeping busy...doing a couple of road trips and just enjoying myself. I'm still having to get fluid drained from my back following the PS but it will eventually stop and I'll be all good. I can't wait to get the green light to start exercising again. I'm going to register for the 3-day walk again this year. I had so much fun last year walking those 60 miles I wanna do it again. How are you doing?
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Before and After Lap Band Surgery - PICTURES ONLY
mumof2boys replied to DeLarla's topic in Weight Loss Surgery Success Stories
Well, here I go...I have posted this pics on one of my threads but I don't think I have been here for a while. I recently had PS to get rid of the excess skin and the red that you see in the pics is just from the compression garment...these pics were taken two weeks after PS. -
Well hello there everyone. So...it's been a week and much has happened. I went to the doctor last Wednesday and guess what...got a drain put back into my back...I was drain free for 5 days and it was great...so...went through the weekend with it and hated every single minute of it. I went back yesterday and had it removed...lets keep our fingers crossed that I don't get any fluid build-up and have to get another one. I go back on Friday. I'm putting in about 5-6 hours a day at work so that's not bad...could put in more but why push it, right? So...at work yesterday got some terrible news...my boss (who is absolutely wonderful) will be leaving for 3-6 months to assist another agency and my enemy is going to be my "acting" boss...what a terrible summer I have ahead of me, huh? Looks like I'll be going for long walks around the city when I get the ok from the doctor. So...that's how my week has been. I hope you guys have been doing well. And oh...did I mention that men SUCK!!! lol
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Well hello there friends...I hope everyone is doing well and that all of you Mothers had a wonderful Mother's Day. So...I am now drain free and I'm actually sitting at work right now...yeah for me:-) I go back tomorrow so that he can check for any fluid but I think I'm doing pretty good...I can't believe that it's only been four weeks today and I'm sitting at work...I'm only putting in a couple of hours a day...trying not to overdo it. So...that's my story and I'm sticking to it...oh...by the way...I came back to work and got quite a bit of stares... some people cannot hide it when they stare...how damn funny...in fact, one guy complimented me on the new "twins"...kinda inappropriate but I had to laugh when I turned the corner...he knew I was getting it done cuz he's dating my friend so...I won't file an EEO on him...lol
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From the album: Fun pictures
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Hello all...home from the doctor...one drain out...one to go... I go back on Friday and I am begging to get the last drain out so I'm drain free on Mother's Day. At least the one in the front is gone... Guess what...I didn't pass out today!!!! Woo Hoo
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Well...well...well...good morning to my wonderful LBT buddies. Today is another day...Miss Thang is gone and Plain has me blushing...:cool2:...did ya stand up yet? lol So...headed to the doctors again today. I was really wishing to get the remaining drains out but I have a feeling that the one in my back is gonna stay. You know...whatever it takes so that I don't pass out and my ass end up on the floor again. My appointment isn't until 12:30 but I will be sure to let you guys know how it goes. Hey...have I ever mentioned that you all rock????
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Hey...jump right in and everyone is entitled to their opinion but some folks just don't know how to be "politically" correct I guess...and, personal attacks are just not necessary. Thanks for the congrats on my success...I appreciate it. Good luck to you. And Susan.....THANK YOU!!!
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Oh no...I completely understood you...I just wanted everyone to know that what I posted is really out of character for me but I felt it was necessary...I gotcha girl.
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It was quite an experience at the doctors yesterday. I go back tomorrow and hopefully I can get rid of both drains...neither are producing much. I have never passed out before so it was all new to me...hope that it never happens again. Thanks for your concern and your continued support. And BTW...the last post by me...so unlike me but sometimes I gotta do what I gotta do...ya know?
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Hey gal...do me a favor and delete the message from that idiot mymy...it's just unnecessary and uncalled for...she needs therapy.
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Hey Speed...so...surgery went well and I'm rocking and rolling right through recovery. I posted some current pics on my thread "Betrayal is a Bitch" under Rants and Raves...you'll have to check them out.
How was your port revision?