LilMissDiva Irene

I have been on my WLS Journey since the Summer of 2007. I have encountered and overcome many ups and downs, but I have come to realize it's the LESSONS I've learned along the way that have made me the woman I am today. Not losing all of the weight, not getting fit and not even becoming comfortable with who I am. I have learned: How I feel about myself on the inside will ALWAYS reflect how my body looks on the outside. This is why I always fight to look strong. How my spirit is dressed on the inside will always match what I wear on the outside. This is why I always maintain a respectful and nice wardrobe. How my Soul is fed will always be a testimony to how I treat my loved ones and my friends. This is why I will always keep it real, regardless of how the outcome might befall. How my inner world is organized and kept will always be spilled to my outside world. This is why I always make sure my house & home, and where ever I spend a significant amount of time is clean, in all ways possible.

Fantastic!!! I know stall STINK big time! But the day it breaks is like Earth shaking.. haha Keep fighting! Congrats on 30 lost too, thats fantastic!!

Excellent NSV!! Clothing ones have always gotten me the most excited. Keep it up!

Some people may think that small but that is actually a HUGE NSV. Every little bit makes a big difference in our journeys. Keep up the excellent progress and CONGRATS!!!

Tina, fabulous Sis... just FABULOUS!!! Everything you said was spot on, but I often have to highlight certain things that should be read 2 or even 3 times! You are a special lady and we are lucky to have you here at VST. Keep fighting!! and GOD Bless!!

Incredible!! You have ROCKED your sleeve lady! All I can say is just keep on fighting. When we get down to the last few pounds we have to really put the afterburners on to earn them.

Hey all, wishing everyone with an upcoming surgery well!! Remember to keep sipping, walking and REST! Some forget that and it's is just as important. And for everyone recently sleeved: Welcome to the Losers Bench!!

Hi msb!! Welcome to VST and Welcome to the Losers Bench!! You will need a lot of energy for the 5 year old and losing weight does help with that a lot. Take care and looking forward to watching your journey here!

Hello SML welcome to VST! I'm glad you have joined in the conversation, I'm sure as you go along your journey you will find being open has many benefits. Getting and receiving support will help you so much as you reach all of your many goals. I'm in Sacramento, so I'm not too far from you! I also know there is a SoCal support group here so check the Groups page to find it. They do meet ups and are a very good group of people. Chime in a lot and of course if you ever need anything, I'm always happy to assist. All the best to you!!

Hello All, Please keep the peace. These threads can tend to get a little heated, so keep the board rules in mind. Thanks in advance.

Yes, we go out to eat all the time. I'm going on 2 years post op so I'm way ahead of ya, but I think we started eating out at restaurants around 2-3 months out. Granted I couldn't eat but a few bites, but I have to say each one was worth the wait.

I love this! This was one of my favorite NSV's as well. CONGRATS!