5 Years Out

[Joe I 180]

Thanks for posting its nice to hear from someone as far out as you are.

[TinyMamiOf3kids 1,280]

I wish I had this ap when I first had surgery. It would have been great to get his kind of support! I am 5 years out and SO so happy! When I went in for my gastric bypass I was a solid 300 lbs. In one year I lost 160 lbs. Today I am 5'4 and a very proud 115 lbs!! Ahhh! If you had asked me 5 years ago if I thought I'd ever get to this point I'd probably say "psh! I wish" Well here I am!! I've never been so happy. It's all the little things are so great. Like wearing belts and tucking your shirt into your pants. Being physically picked up. Riding in airplanes or roller coasters! Shopping! Sharing clothes with friends! Jumping up and down. Going to the gym and not feeling like everyone's looking at you!

My whole journey was a roller coaster of emotions and finding out that I really and truly am addicted to food. Like a drug. Am I over my food addictions? No. It's something I'll always have BUT I am in control now. I know when enough is enough.

I've had so many cool opportunities come my way because of losing weight. I actually got into some small modeling rolls. I've modeled wedding dresses and been in a Paul Mitchell hair show. I've played the main characters in plays and musicals. I found my husband...seriously the list goes on.

Anyway' date=' I just realized today how far I've come. I am so proud! Best decision I ever made!

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I notice that even as a heavy person you seem fun & happy. I know that inside maybe the slim hot mama wanted to come out but you seem happy in my eyes from the photos I see.

[hajones5891 133]

Awesome story! Thanks for sharing! I'm 27 also and 3 weeks post op....so far 33 pounds down from my highest wt, and -26 since surgery! You are such a beautiful woman before and after! Congrats on your success!

xo Hilary

[prettylicious8 27]

Wow u look amazing such an inspiration. Do u still eat the same amount. Wat foods help u the most

[tinkycheeks 31]

Wow! What an inspiration! Thank you so much for sharing your story.