Kellyk2511

Can't wait to not look 9 months pregnant.

That's great! So excited for you!

How are you feeling?

Damn girl you are beautiful!!! I'm obsessed with your eye shadow! (I'm a makeup artist, not a creep lol)

Looking good! And HAPPY!

Can't wait to hear how you're doing!

I'm a size 22 right now, I'd love to be a 12. I was a 12 when I got married and very happy at that size. Anything smaller would be the cherry on top.

This is me doing one of my clients hair and makeup for her wedding. This is not a good pic at all but makes me realize how much I have to lose. My face, stomach & ass have got to GTFO!

Yes mine is 40 without other conditions, 35 with other comorbid conditions.

So I guess I'm a "skinny" fat person. My BMI is between 40-41, with no other health issues. So I am right at the minimum requirement for the surgery. What happens if they want me to do the supervised diet for 6 months? Are they looking for you to be able to lose or fail at losing? It's confusing, because if I lose more than 10 lbs, I won't be eligible for the sugery, right?

You look absolutely stunning! Congrats on so many different things!

Would love to start a blog or video blog of my entire journey. Has anyone started doing this or done this?

I think about it NONSTOP. I think all of my sentences now start with "when I'm skinny...".

Wow, thank you do much!

Oh my GOD look at you guys! I wouldn't even know that's the same couple, you both look fantastic!

Just heard from the Dr and they moved my first appointment to next Friday the 27th, a week early. I can't wait!

Hi everyone! My name is Kelly and I came across this forum just today and I've been on it reading all the posts for hours. I actually feel like I know some of you already! Everyone seems so supportive and helpful and funny and it seems like a great little family and I hope to go through all of this with you. I'm 30 years old and a mom to Carter (5) and Casey (4) and I've been married to my husband Dan for 6 years but we've been together since I was 15. I've always yo-yo dieted but it's been down 20, up 30 and I've reached my all time high. I weigh more than I did when I was pregnant with my boys and let me tell you, I was NOT a cute little pregnant chick. I am addicted to food, I've tried every diet and pill that's out there, and I've decided this is what I need to do. A friend of mine had gastric bypass 5 years ago and is so happy and looks amazing. I want that to be me. I have a beautiful, healthy family, a great home, great relationships, solid career. All that's missing is love for myself. I deserve to be happy. I had my seminar a few weeks ago and have my first appointment on August 3rd. I can't wait. It's nice to "meet" all of you and can't wait to share our journeys!

I have a $350 fee that they told me about at the seminar.

I can't wait to have more energy. It's not like I don't get enough sleep, I sleep 10 hours a night. But I'm tired and sluggish all day. Reminds me if that eCard "I already want to take a nap tomorrow"

Holy crap I grew up in Tinley/Orland. What a small world! I'm sorry about the fire. What Dr are you seeing? I'm going to Dr Joyce at the new Silver Cross. What High School did you go to?

Where are you in Chicago? I'm in Manhattan (IL)

God I love your confidence! One of my goals is to start being ok with myself.

Welcome! I just recently joined the group as well and this group of people is amazing. They are all so welcoming and supportive and funny! I feel like I've known them for years already. You sound like you an amazing success story. Can't wait to get to know you! I'm right about at your starting weight so I hope to be as much of a success as you!

I know Im new to this forum but after reading through this thread, my heart hurts for you. I'm so sorry you and the kids have to deal with this. I hope you can get out of the situation sooner than later.