I Lost ******* in 2013

[nsharrah 60]

In 2013 I lost 80.6 pounds. Surgery 5.21.13

I lost my addiction to SEVERAL pain medications and antidepressants.

I lost my need to have a 2ND spinal surgery.

I lost the feeling that I HaVE to exercise. I do it because I want it in my life.

I lost my size 26pants and 3xl tops, to a 10-12 pants, and med, lg WOMENS shirt.

Yesterday my 8 year old told me the skinnier I get, the taller I get. ♥ im 5'6.

I am 42.8 pounds away from a goal no one thought possible.

Cant wait to see what I say about 2014!

Oh my resolution has NOTHING to do w weight, for the first time in a longgg time!

[nsharrah 60]

In 2013 I lost 80.6 pounds. Surgery 5.21.13

I lost my addiction to SEVERAL pain medications and antidepressants.

I lost my need to have a 2ND spinal surgery.

I lost the feeling that I HaVE to exercise. I do it because I want it in my life.

I lost my size 26pants and 3xl tops, to a 10-12 pants, and med, lg WOMENS shirt.

Yesterday my 8 year old told me the skinnier I get, the taller I get. ♥ im 5'6.

I am 42.8 pounds away from a goal no one thought possible.

Cant wait to see what I say about 2014!

Oh my resolution has NOTHING to do w weight, for the first time in a longgg time!

[VSG AJH 499]

I love this thread! I'm just at the beginning of my WLS journey, and I so appreciate the hope this thread gives me! I cannot wait to revisit this at the beginning of next year. I was sleeved 12/03/13, and I'm down 41 pounds. In addition to the weight, I'm losing the hopelessness that always came along with doing/trying something new to get thinner, and I've gained the ability to put myself first. I've gained an excitement for the many good things the future holds. Looking forward to living fully in 2014!!!

[Carlotta1 401]

Goofs for u indigo.., your life has transformed.

[Ree 215]

I am just beginning, I am 2 weeks post op and have lost 31 pounds. 18 pounds since surgery. I am hoping to lose a lot more in 2014.

[SuzyB 182]

75lbs gone

[Indigo1991 1,612]

Indigo?! Where'd you get those red boots from?! I want some!

Revs, think you'd suit them .... got them online and they are gorgeous. Was trying to recreate a Debbie Harry look from many years ago, lol x

[Bombs 353]

Left 49 pounds in 2013. Lost my lane Bryant credit card. Boo hoo not. Lost my feet and legs killing me. Lost feeling like I was 70 when I wake up!

[RJ'S/beginning 5,358]

In 2013 I lost 80.6 pounds. Surgery 5.21.13

I lost my addiction to SEVERAL pain medications and antidepressants.

I lost my need to have a 2ND spinal surgery.

I lost the feeling that I HaVE to exercise. I do it because I want it in my life.

I lost my size 26pants and 3xl tops, to a 10-12 pants, and med, lg WOMENS shirt.

Yesterday my 8 year old told me the skinnier I get, the taller I get. ♥ im 5'6.

I am 42.8 pounds away from a goal no one thought possible.

Cant wait to see what I say about 2014!

Oh my resolution has NOTHING to do w weight, for the first time in a longgg time!

Now that is success....You have done extraordinary lady...All the best for 2014..keep us in the loop!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[RJ'S/beginning 5,358]

I love this thread! I'm just at the beginning of my WLS journey, and I so appreciate the hope this thread gives me! I cannot wait to revisit this at the beginning of next year. I was sleeved 12/03/13, and I'm down 41 pounds. In addition to the weight, I'm losing the hopelessness that always came along with doing/trying something new to get thinner, and I've gained the ability to put myself first. I've gained an excitement for the many good things the future holds. Looking forward to living fully in 2014!!!

Amazing beginning! You have definitely left some bad stuff behind...Way to go Sass!!!!!!!!!!

[Hunter 159]

In 2013 I lost 80.6 pounds. Surgery 5.21.13 I lost my addiction to SEVERAL pain medications and antidepressants. I lost my need to have a 2ND spinal surgery. I lost the feeling that I HaVE to exercise. I do it because I want it in my life. I lost my size 26pants and 3xl tops, to a 10-12 pants, and med, lg WOMENS shirt. Yesterday my 8 year old told me the skinnier I get, the taller I get. ♥ im 5'6. I am 42.8 pounds away from a goal no one thought possible. Cant wait to see what I say about 2014! Oh my resolution has NOTHING to do w weight, for the first time in a longgg time!

congrats

[reading mom 85]

I lost 66 lbs. What I love most about my sleeve is that I now feel satisfied after eating. I am not hungry all the time. I hated that feeling of being hungry right after eating and feeling that something was terribly wrong with me. I am also grateful for improved health, greater stamina, tighter hugs, feeling more relaxed and confident in public, meeting a sweetheart of a guy, and I know it's vain but looking cute in much cuter clothes. I know there are so many more things I can't even think of at the moment. I know I still have a long way to go but I have gained so much peace and contentment in my life that even if I never lost another pound it would be completely worth it. However, I believe I can reach my goals and I'm going for them with all that is in me!

[Lorie269 392]

Lost 97lbs in 2013!!

Started the year at my highest weight of 269 and rang in the new year at 172. Surgery was 7/26/13.

A huge congratulations to everyone here!

[m&m4ever 109]

I had my sleeve on July 29, 2013. I lost a total of 120 pounds in 2013! I also lost my cpap machine, blood pressure meds along with all other prescriptions! The only thing I'm on now is vitamins! It was a bumpy road in the beginning, but I can honestly say that this was one of the best decisions I have ever made! My husband also had wls (gastric bypass) in September 2013 and has lost 94 pounds to date! We feel so much younger and full of energy now! It feels so awesome to be doing this as a team.

I look forward to reaching my goal in 2014. Not sure what that is yet. I used to focus on numbers, but now I'm trying to listen to my body and how I feel to decide! It's not about a number on the scale or a certain size anymore and that feels great!

Our surgeon's office has an annual celebration for their patients. They have asked us to be guest speakers at the next one in March! I'm so excited and honored about it. The old me hated talking in public, but I'm going to face my fear and hopefully knock it out of the park!

I wish you all a healthy and happy 2014!!!!

[RJ'S/beginning 5,358]

I had my sleeve on July 29, 2013. I lost a total of 120 pounds in 2013! I also lost my cpap machine, blood pressure meds along with all other prescriptions! The only thing I'm on now is vitamins! It was a bumpy road in the beginning, but I can honestly say that this was one of the best decisions I have ever made! My husband also had wls (gastric bypass) in September 2013 and has lost 94 pounds to date! We feel so much younger and full of energy now! It feels so awesome to be doing this as a team.

I look forward to reaching my goal in 2014. Not sure what that is yet. I used to focus on numbers, but now I'm trying to listen to my body and how I feel to decide! It's not about a number on the scale or a certain size anymore and that feels great!

Our surgeon's office has an annual celebration for their patients. They have asked us to be guest speakers at the next one in March! I'm so excited and honored about it. The old me hated talking in public, but I'm going to face my fear and hopefully knock it out of the park!

I wish you all a healthy and happy 2014!!!!

Oh how exciting for you and your hubby to be able to express how you feel about the changes in your lives...I wish all the best for you in doing so..Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!!!!!