KristinaRN 54 Posted January 3, 2012 This is my first time posting in Success Stories, but that is what this feels like, a success! As of today I weigh 207.7 lbs, making me down 58.3 lbs. My goal is to lose 116 lbs total, so I am now HALFWAY THERE!!! I have 57.7 lbs to lose to hit my goal, and that feels so much more doable than 116! I am so grateful for this opportunity to finally lose the weight, and I finally feel like myself again after so many years of being uncomfortable in my too-large body. I know it sounds cliche, but I finally feel like I am in control and that I can really do this, and it is the best feeling. I lurked on this forum for months before my surgery, and it was these kind of stories that motivated me to finally do it; for anyone reading this that is still on the fence-DO IT!!! It is not a magic solution, you still have to work at it, but if you do the work IT WILL WORK!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wishes 125 Posted January 3, 2012 That's awesome! Congrats! I am so happy for you. That is an amazing accomplishment. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tenshi 34 Posted January 3, 2012 Very awesome! As a pre-sleever, I love looking at all of you already-so-successful sleevers and being encouraged every single day! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ProudGrammy 8,322 Posted January 3, 2012 This is my first time posting in Success Stories, but that is what this feels like, a success! As of today I weigh 207.7 lbs, making me down 58.3 lbs. My goal is to lose 116 lbs total, so I am now HALFWAY THERE!!! I have 57.7 lbs to lose to hit my goal, and that feels so much more doable than 116! I am so grateful for this opportunity to finally lose the weight, and I finally feel like myself again after so many years of being uncomfortable in my too-large body. I know it sounds cliche, but I finally feel like I am in control and that I can really do this, and it is the best feeling. I lurked on this forum for months before my surgery, and it was these kind of stories that motivated me to finally do it; for anyone reading this that is still on the fence-DO IT!!! It is not a magic solution, you still have to work at it, but if you do the work IT WILL WORK!!!! hi Kristina - what a wonderful accomplishment-losing over 57 lbs. That's wonderful. You should feel so proud. Yes its true that when I see someone like you being so successful, it makes me all the more excited that this will happen to me also - hopefully sooner than later. Continued great success through your journey kathy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oopsseedaisy 90 Posted January 3, 2012 Congrats!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skinnynursebetty 23 Posted January 3, 2012 Congrats, that is an accomplishment for sure! Can't wait til I can post the same thing! Happy New Year! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lisa821 29 Posted January 3, 2012 I love your post! Congrats!! You have done a spectacular job!! WOW!!! I was just thinking today(2months postop) that I am 7 pounds from my halfway point. I want to lose 90 and I have lost 38. I got the biggest giddy rush when I realized that. My doctor said he thought I should be 135 pounds but I just don't want to be. My goal is set for 145. I may change my mind later. Again, good for you! You are an inspiration! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleeve 4 me 910 Posted January 3, 2012 Congrats!!!!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KristinaRN 54 Posted January 4, 2012 Thanks friends! I love the support on this forum, you all are the best! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SeattleSue 25 Posted January 4, 2012 ...and that feels so much more doable ... I know it sounds cliche, but I finally feel like I am in control and that I can really do this, and it is the best feeling. It is not a magic solution, you still have to work at it, but if you do the work IT WILL WORK!!!! Well said!!! You have summed up what I could take PAGES to say! I'm just over halfway myself and yes, I'm working at it (choices, choices, choices...) but the insurmountable mountain has been reduced to a scalable hill!! Congrats and Happy, successful, New Year to you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites