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Haha!! This is great! :smile1:

All of these are awesome! I love reading stuff like this. We have all come so far and I know how hard it is to be massively overweight and all the negative feelings that come along with it. We are all doing our thing, and we DESERVE TO FEEL OUR BEST!!! Thank you to the original poster, this is an excellent idea. I have had such a slew of compliments and most of them are all the same. Unlike Southern Sleever, I really don't get a lot of male attention. I mean, that's perfectly fine as I'm a very happily married woman. But, my husband is so amazing and he will not be shy about checking out my goods. I love that. I have to say those are always my most favorite out of any and all. The second most I can think of was just the other day. I posted on facebook that I wanted to go on a diet. In jest of course, I'm just a joker half the time. The responses are ones I've never received... ever before. I was basically told I need to eat a burger, and some fries... and a shake. Haha!! I thought they were funny - maybe a little rude but oh well. That's how my family is. Keep em coming!!!

Don't worry, all of you are right on target. The first few months are very tough and will require a great deal of patience from you to your new tiny tummy. The main focus right now should be getting all your fluids (water) in. Second should be getting your Protein. If you can't get all your protein in for the first months, don't worry so much. I didn't and I lived. Just do what you can, and let time pass. (((hugs))) because I know what you are going through!

www.vitalady.com Tons of samples. Good luck! Also, GNC will let you buy and return unused portions.

You've done great!! Thanks for checking in!

WOW!!! Poster guy for the men around here!!! CONGRATS!!! Question: Do you always keep power tools in your bathroom? Also, your shirt is on backwards. :biggrinjester:

Hi flower, yes no worries. This is completely normal until your incisions heal. I am a stomach sleeper and wasn't able to fully sleep on mine for a few weeks. Keep your head up!

No worries! If you are naturally curvy you will keep them. Wishing you the best on your surgery!!!

Hi Dave, welcome! Your story sounds veeery familiar. *wink* I just wanted to wish you well for your revision surgery coming up next Saturday. Please check in and let us know how you're doing when you feel up to it. Take care!

[quote name=Lisa ' timestamp='1321242220' post='228874] The one thing I took that made me feel comfy was my fleece blanket. I wish I had taken my own Kleenex and toilet paper...the "John Wayne" stuff the hospital had was harsh!! LOL!!! Haha!! That's funny! And sooo true.

It's been a long time since I've posted anything here. I just had to share this with you all... I went to Target today to buy a new pair of workout pants. I left the store with a size EXTRA SMALL. I wore a freakin Size 28 W pants when I first started my weight loss journey. Just so you know... it IS POSSIBLE!!! Keep your eyes on the prize, because even at 15 Months out I'm still making the magic happen. Much Love, Xoxo

Awww you are all so wonderful!!! THANK YOUUU!! Xoxo You all really make me want to always try harder - even beyond my goals.

ThAT IS SOOOO AWESOME!!!!!!!!!! I never ever EVER doubted you. Not for one second.

Don't do that to yourself. You're doing great, Celebrate that.

I had my surgery on Sept. 15, 2010. So far I have lost: Well over 100 Lbs and well over 150 Lbs total. About 80" over my entire body (probably more). About 26 Clothing Sizes. My insanity. My feelings of failure. Being unhealthy. Not being able to keep up with everyone else. Feelings of self loathing. :smile1:

Thanks so much everyone! :-) I just wanted to show that THERE IS NO EXPIRATION DATE for the sleeve. As long you WORK IT, it will work for you. I always see that question on how long do we all have to lose the weight after surgery. Well, we have as long as forever. KEEP WORKING IT Y'ALL!!! XOXO

:smile1: Its hard to believe I'm already fitting these! I still have another session to do and a lot of swelling to go down. I'm super happy!!! Thanks lovely ladies!! I will be HAPPY to post pics. Just not right now, I don't wanna scare anyone. LOL!!!

Let us know how it goes!

Thanks y'all!!!! It's already worth all the pain... I just bought size XS workout pants at Target. Whoohooo!!!