Jeez I feel fantastic!

[Jachut 487]

I cant stop looking at myself

This operation has simply been miraculous. I havent broken any weight loss speed records but then I didnt have that much to lose in the first place. I'm now down to 95kg, Im fitting into a regular store size 18 (US 16), I've had my hair straightened so I now have straight silky non frizzy Jennifer Anniston Hair, I have cool clothes, not mumsy large size crap.

I started running regularly a few weeks back and the weight is literally FALLING off me now, not so much in kilograms but in inches, every week I can get into something that didnt fit a week ago kind of thing. I've got a wardrobe full of stuff I've bought over time that I can now get into and I have my nice long acrylic french nails back. Instead of feeling huge and masculine I now feel divine and willowy and am enjoying towering over other people again, lol.

Where my motivation was waning a few weeks back, this sudden cascade of NSV's has really fired me up again and I'm still going strong with only 1.3ml in my band, so I also have the bonus of being able to eat anything and have never even come close to PBing at 4 months down the track.

I really think I've died and gone to heaven.

[Dianechef 3]

I am so happy for you!! What a GREAT feeling!!!!!! :clap2: You probably feel just like a regular, normal person is supposed to feel! We have been missing out on life & straightened hair & size 16 pants too long!!

You're motivating & inspiring!! Keep up the great work. Those are fabulous NSV's!!!!!

[Bensmum1109 0]

Good for you, Jacqui!! I know the feeling. Last month I had six inches cut off my hair, and I really take care in the morning to dress my best!!! I used to pull my hair back and hide it under one those fake wige ponytails because I couldn't be bothered. I also find that I am taking better of my skin because I really care about the way I look. And men are starting to flirt with me :-)-men other than my husband!

[3loves 0]

Keep looking....you deserve it....we ALL do. You brought a big smile when I read your first line. :biggrin1: Every prebander should read this and know the waiting will be worth it!! Thanks for sharing and being so inspirational!!

:clap2:

[Parvathi 2]

What an excellent, uplifting post!! I'm glad to hear you're feeling so good, both physically and mentally. It definitely does help to motivate when you've got those NSV's racking up

[mini_me 3]

YOU JUST MADE ME FEEL SO GOOD!!!

How many people can post about their own NSV's and make everyone else smile? I am smiling not only for you Jacqui, but your NSV's made me smile for me too. I know that despite my temporary feelings as a brand new bandster(2 weeks), in the end, I will get to enjoy the NSV's too.

Thank you for keeping our spirits up!!!

[Anwyn 0]

Jacqui, that's awesome!! Keep up the great work, and thanks for inspiring us.

[showboatgirl 0]

You have put into words, the way I feel. Isn't it great?

[fiveholts714 0]

Now that is a motivating post! I am so happy for you. If your dreams can come true, maybe mine can too.

[fee 0]

YAY......go Jacqui........thats fantastic:clap2:

what a great inspirational post

cant wait to catch up again soon so i can see how great your looking:)

[Paulax 8]

Great post!

Love to hear such positive experiences.

[Kelliebelly 13]

Your post made me smile too. I am so happy for you.

[Angels 0]

Keep up the good work and never let that enthusiasm go away!

[seminole 0]

This is what a future (May ) bander wants to hear....Thanks for the great news and keep it going Girl!!

[paula 4]

Wait a minute...

did I read that you are RUNNING??? OMG - thats awesome!!!

To be able to RUN (not walk) is classified as an advanced NSV.

Listen up scale watchers (myself included): Lapband success isnt measured in scales alone. This post proves it! :biggrin1:

And I love what you said about being able to wear stylish clothes now. How true, how true!