411angela

They say money can't buy happiness but I've never been happier! I had the gastric sleeve surgery in Mexico with Dr. Ariel Ortiz on August 12, 2013. I've been fortunate that I haven't had any complications. I've lost 80 lbs. I'm not at the goal weight they set for me, 153. I'm actually 162 lbs at 5'8. When I get much below that I hear comments that I'm looking too thin, etc. Im happy with being in a size 8. I just need to tone up! Exercise has not been a strength for me. The past few months I've really had to remind myself that the sleeve is a tool to losing the weight but that I have to work at making healthy choices and making this a lifestyle change. I can eat anything and could quickly gain the weight back but I love how I feel about myself now. I no longer turn down social events because I'm embarrassed of my body. I'm now a confident independent woman. I'm so thankful I made the decision to trust Dr. Ortiz and get the sleeve! What a difference a year makes!

Thank you everyone! Best wishes on your journey! It's an exciting one!

They say money can't buy happiness but I've never been happier! I had the gastric sleeve surgery in Mexico with Dr. Ariel Ortiz on August 12, 2013. I've been fortunate that I haven't had any complications. I've lost 80 lbs. I'm not at the goal weight they set for me, 153. I'm actually 162 lbs at 5'8. When I get much below that I hear comments that I'm looking too thin, etc. Im happy with being in a size 8. I just need to tone up! Exercise has not been a strength for me. The past few months I've really had to remind myself that the sleeve is a tool to losing the weight but that I have to work at making healthy choices and making this a lifestyle change. I can eat anything and could quickly gain the weight back but I love how I feel about myself now. I no longer turn down social events because I'm embarrassed of my body. I'm now a confident independent woman. I'm so thankful I made the decision to trust Dr. Ortiz and get the sleeve! What a difference a year makes!

Having fun at my friend's bachelorette party! Being silly Before pic.. Yuck!

Thank y'all!! :-). I feel so much better!

I like mixing whipped flavored vodka with flavored water. Taste yummy and I feel like while I'm dehydrating, I'm hydrating! Lol! Yes, I'm a dork! :-)

172. I didn't make my goal but I'm smaller than I've ever been in my adult life so that's a great accomplishment!

172 this morning. 3 lbs from my Valentines goal! Eek!

I'm 174 again. Have a great weekend everyone!!

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[beautiful then and now! Eek I hate looking at those before pics!! But thank you!

I was sleeved on 8/12/13. Pre-op weight was 242, Surgery date was 222, current weight is 174. I'm 5'8. Still want to lose about 20 more and firm up! I haven't been commuted to exercise like I should have been. Before Before Before Current Current

After a long stall I finally had a 3lb loss!! Woohoo! Now at 174. Getting off my butt and exercising really does help!

I tried the shakes before my sleeve. They were ok but I obviously didn't stick with it. I don't recall how much protein they had but you could increase the protein by mixing the powder with skim milk instead of water but this also increases the calories. The shakes are best blended with milk and ice. I prefer convenience. I like the Premiere protein shakes from Sam's the best.

Hanging at 177

I am at 177. Probably less than a lb lost but I try to ignore what's on the other side of the dot. Ha! Best wishes everyone!

CW- 179 Goal wt- 169

Add me please!!

I was looking through my camera and found a pic of me last Christmas. I knew I was overweight but seeing how round my face was is shocking! I guess I was in denial when I would look in the mirror! I had my sleeve on August 12th. Feeling so much better!!

Thank y'all! I hate looking at those old pics!! Yuck!!

I started this journey weighing 242 lbs. I lost 20 lbs during preop. SW-222, CW 180. So I've lost 62 lbs but have gained self confidence and a cute new wardrobe! Loving my sleeve!!

Thank you!!!!! I'm 5'8. I'm very thankful for my height! Lol! The stockings are on a Santa stand with hooks. I'm not sure what store it came from. It was given to me. Thanks for all the compliments!

Thank you! I've never been able to wear tall boots over my thick calves before! Getting into these was a great Non scale victory!!

You look stunning!!

Thank you! My losses have been in waves. I've had a couple of 3-4 week stalls already. Those suck. Honestly, exercise is something I need to improve on! I walk on occasion but since it's gotten so cold I haven't done that. I really need to tone up though!