I feel like a success story ... for now!

[LookingForMe 2]

In the 20 months since my LAP-BAND®® surgery, I've lost 116 lbs. I went from size 24 to 12. It's hard to realize your success, because in the mirror, you always see the flaws. My wakeup was when I was able to wear my husband's clothes. I couldn't believe his jeans fit me! And then they were too big. It was a great feeling!

Unfortunately, I've started having some complications. My gall bladder had to be removed, and my band had slipped during the period of time that I was sick with gall stones. So my band is now repositioned and completely unfilled. I just hope this doesn't indicate a turning point in the wrong direction! But today - I feel like a success story!

Edited April 19, 2010 by LookingForMe

[Rsilversea 2]

You ARE a success story! And an inspiration! Keep up the great work!

[Humming Bird 275]

I agree, you ARE a SUCCESS! Your pics show just how far you've come. I hope you can look back at this complication as just a bump in the road.

[4my4kids 1]

Wow you look great! I just started this journey in Dec. 2009 and have lost 49lbs and have been on a bit of a plateau but then I look at you and know that in 2 years I to can have the 116lbs I want to lose off. Thanks for the great inspiration!