Carly4HandinSD

Thank again everyone for your kind words, you know how to make a girl feel good about herself. As far as my stats, they are on my profile so please check there and on my signature hair loss, I had it mostly within the first 6 months. I had thicker hair to begin with and there were times it was coming out in handfuls when I would wash it. It never got to a point where others noticed, other than my hair dresser. I did everything, Vitamins, Biotin, but biotin only helps with regrowth not the prevention of falling out. Now my hair is growing back, This is awful! Not that is coming back but the fact I have a head full of new baby hair that is untamable! LOL. I can't wear my hair back otherwise I look like I got electrocuted, I have fly aways and I don't want to put gel or anything in it because it makes my ears stick out hahaha. My skin I haven't had any skin issues, yes i have a lot of excess skin, but I knew that was going to happen with how much I have to lose. But I would rather have excess skin that can be hidden with body smoothers then be where I was anyday!

Thank you everyone It's amazing what a year of hard work can do! I too had my struggles through out, but now looking back I think we go through struggles to help us really appreciate our results.

I can't believe it's already a year since my surgery. I love my results thus far, I still want to lose and it has gotten a lot tougher now that I am past the year mark. 144 pounds down so far and don't regret a single moment of this journey First pic day of surgery, 2nd pic was taken Sunday

I am a year out from surgery, when I first had surgery I had PCOS and had never had a regular cycle. Within a month of surgery i got my first cycle on my own and it was the worst I have ever had. I thought something has to be wrong, bleeding this bad, I felt like I couldn't even stand up I was so weak... It lasted over a week. The next month my cycle was completely normal. Now a year out every 28 days I have a cycle, it only lasts about 3-4 days and usually the 2nd day is fairly heavy, but not like the first real period i had after surgery. So hopefully it gets better for you... As far as the problem with your # 2, if you are only having liquid, its going to come out liquid.. liquid in liquid out... Enjoy it while you can because the further you get in recovery pooping seems like an exciting thing because it doesn't happen often and can be more difficult :-/

Aww thanks Kathy We are all truly blessed to be on this new journey

Yesterday I turned 30 years old... it's so crazy to think that at the age of 30 I am the healthiest I have EVER been. I even think back to elementary school when I was in 6th grade wearing a size 12. I am not 30 and wearing a size 11 in juniors!!! This has got to be the most unbelievable feeling. Not only do I feel amazing, but my life has had so many positive changes over the past year that at times its hard to believe that this is my new life! My sleeve not only changed my life, but saved it! I am so grateful that I have had this opportunity.

You will get that from time to time. What I have found, is that I went from being 366 pounds and am right now sitting around 224 in about 11 months, for everyone else around us who doesn't see us all the time its such a drastic change that they do think we look a lot skinnier than we actually are. I have had people tell me not to lose anymore.. I'm 5'5 and 224 is not where I want to be at.... I know its hard but try not to look too much into it. Losing a large amoutn of weight in a small amount of time not only makes you look at yourself in different ways but others as well. DO what makes you happy, until your Dr tells you that you are loosing too much weight, keep doing what you are doing.

I found them at a store called Sprouts. Not sure if you have them, it is a wholefood type store. They were near their bagels and things like that. I would ask a local store if they carry them. I have heard you can get them at Wal-Mart. I couldn't find them at mine.

I've used them, but have found that I like flatout bread better. I found it at a local organic store called sprouts. They have 2 kinds big wraps and a smaller foldable one. I use half of one and its about 7.5 carbs with some lunch meat and cheese... or I have even made pizzas with them, some sauce, cheese and meat... I use it with egg salad.... I use to use won ton wrappers for a lot and even did cupcake bakes with them.. still do occasionally. I have used wonton wrappers for burger cupcakes, bbq chicken cupcakes, hawaiian cupcakes, google won ton cupcakes and you will find a slew of recipes

Yes you will feel better!! It may take some time, but you are making a lifestyle change. I am 11 months out and can honestly say that I feel like a whole different person. I have much more energy, I never really feel worn down. There are days that I'm tired, but not like pre-surgery days. I also have more confidence to get out there and do things that I would have been too afraid to before because of my weight. There are so many ways that I feel better. I was afraid that it would suck the little amount of energy I had.. the first few months were tough because my body was going through such a drastic change. But once i got on routine, its amazing just how much energy I have, I have missed out on so many things over the years because I didn't have the energy to do it, or I was embarrassed of what people would say when they saw me try and what if I couldn't do it... so yes I do feel better, and you will too Good luck on your journey!!

awesome! I will try that poshmark. Thanks

Thanks, I tried searching for it but for some reason can not find it :-/ maybe because I am on my phone.. when I get to a computer I will try searching. Thanks

Good Morning Everyone! Does anyone know of a good clothing exchange site or place to sell clothing? I have a ton of clothes I have worn maybe once or twice and are too big now. I have tried going to local stores, but they will give just a few dollars if that. I would like to get a little more than 2$ for something that new and in great condition. Any suggestions are welcome Thanks!

' They put mine in once I was out, i don't remember it being put in. When they took it out it didn't hurt, it just felt weird.

They will do it, I was on mine as well.. it was super embarrassing for me because of the catheter, but that was the least of my worries once I was on the feel good meds You will be fine!