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@jes_x The irony here...we have the body image issues but love taking selfies! [emoji3] Maybe that's part of the key to moving beyond the challenge. VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.2 GW= 220 (6'5") [emoji256]

If you feel it's right for you, do it. It's the best decision I've made for myself. Honestly, this decision was the first time I put myself first in years. When I was second guessing having the surgery the psychologist leading the weight loss support group that I attended asked me why do I think out of all the times I've tried to lose weight on my own before and failed this time would be different? It was said in a nice way, but it was a verbal slap upside the head that I needed to get me to realize I really needed to take a step like this to get healthy. I wouldn't change this decision for anything. It has changed my life for the better. VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.2 GW= 220 (6'5") [emoji256]

@jes_x You make a great point...I think part of it is I knew I was big, but never really realized just how big. You've almost lost 100 pounds, that's terrific! I have to add, I used to cringe at having a pic taken and avoided it at all cost. Now I'm a selfie king [emoji146]!! Haha VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

@blizair Thanks! VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

@terriwoods Good idea. I'm in NC so I understand what you're saying. VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

@terriwoods Absolutely!! VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

Thank you@terriwoods. It's good to hear I'm not alone! I'm glad you mentioned the restaurant booth example. I went to one recently with my son and I could remember when I literally was squeezing in it in years past. This time I felt like I wish I could pull the bench closer because I felt so far away from the table. The struggle is real but even so, I wouldn't change my decision ever. It is a new lease on life and something to be thankful for. VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

Thanks! VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

@sosewsue61@kakatlady612 I used to go dancing way back when. That's how I met my now ex. Maybe I should give some kind of dancing a try. You never know... VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

Awesome job! VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

Exactly!! VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

Way to go!! VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

There is hope! Thanks for sharing. VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

Who will like you skinny? From my experience it'll be a mix. Some will be people who wouldn't have had anything to do with you at your current weight. That's ok, people are entitled to like what they like. Others won't care one way or the other. You are a beautiful woman. The key is finding someone who likes you for you and vice versa. At the end of the day, don't worry if they're going to like you...you should really be asking yourself if they are worthy of you. VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

I'm glad eggs haven't given me a problem. I've heard that they don't agree with a lot of people after surgery. VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

Thank you!! Appreciate that!! I do a premier protein shake every morning, an egg and bacon or ham or sausage link for mid morning snack (work cafeteria makes this one easy). Lunch is a few ounces of tuna, chicken or egg salad with a few pickles or cherry tomatoes. Afternoon snack is Dannon light and fit greek yogurt. Dinner is a protein and little bit of veggie and then some type of snack in the evening (almonds, peanuts, etc). Dinner is pretty much the meal where I have the most variety. Other than that I'm content to be set in my ways and have the same routine just about every day. It's working so far so I figure I'll stick with it. I don't really get a sweet tooth but every once and a while I will have a piece of sugar free candy. I do about 110oz of water everyday and 90-110 grams of protein. VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

Thanks!!!! VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

Thank you! VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 224.4 GW= 220 (6'5")

5 pounds to my personal goal weight! Healthy and wearing large tall shirts and 34 waist jeans. Hard to believe!! VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 225 GW= 220 (6'5")

I always tell...it's not comfortable and I figure if they have a problem with it then they're not the type of person I'd want to be around anyhow. VSG 10/11/17 HW= 360 SW= 292 CW= 225 GW= 220 (6'5")

Read what Jenn linked to. No, it's nothing to worry about. I just came out of 2 week stall this AM. It's all part of the process. VSG 10/11/17 HW = 360 SW = 292 CW = 225.2 GW = 220 (6'5")

Haha!! [emoji23] True! VSG 10/11/17 HW = 360 SW = 292 CW = 225.2 GW = 220 (6'5")

@jenn1 You're killing me!! Haha!! Keep 'em away!!!! [emoji44] VSG 10/11/17 HW = 360 SW = 292 CW = 225.2 GW = 220 (6'5")

The insurance companies, by law, have to follow their established clinical policies. Everything from the Dr and nutritionists has to tick and tie to go smoothly. Experienced bariatric offices know the rules and typically follow what's needed for each insurer so that it goes smoothly. Hope things work out for you. VSG 10/11/17 HW = 360 SW = 292 CW = 225.2 GW = 220 (6'5")

LMAO! VSG 10/11/17 HW = 360 SW = 292 CW = 225.2 GW = 220 (6'5")