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Starting at 326 lbs. last April, I could only dream of being 199 lbs. again for the last 30 years. It was a dream I never expected to come true. I'm so happy to say that I OFFICIALLY hit my goal this morning and cannot be happier with where this journey has taken me and what all it has taught me. Thanks to God, my family, doctors, friends, and nutritionists!!! Without all of them, this would have never happened or been this enjoyable of a story. Eating right and keeping a positive mind will never allow me to go back to the pain, both physically and mentally that I experienced for most of my adult life. I encourage anyone reading this that is thinking of surgery to talk with your doctor and look at its benefits. It's not the magic pill, but it is the tool to get you back in charge of your life.

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Congratulations! You did very well very quickly! Good luck with the maintenance phase now.

I think that is my biggest fear, only because I have been able to lose years ago and always put it back on. This time I believe is different but I do believe maintenance will be the hardest part of this journey.

Best of luck to you!

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Congratulations. Enjoy your victory!

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Congrats, your numbers are very close to mine, so I can really relate to exactly what you went thru and the feeling of exhilaration on achieving your goal. Great job. ;)

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Congrats, your numbers are very close to mine, so I can really relate to exactly what you went thru and the feeling of exhilaration on achieving your goal. Great job. ;)

Thank you sir! Love the Protein quote BTW! :)

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Congratulations! You look great. I bet it feels AWESOME to be at goal.

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Great job in such a short time. You look great, I bet you feel even better.

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Congratulations that is absolutely wonderful

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A big CONGRATS to you!!! Amazing job!!

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I'm so happy for you! It's very inspirational to see someone meet their goal. Thank you for sharing!

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Quite Awesome indeed sir! having just hit my goal a month ago, it sure as hello is great isnt it! keep it. enjoy the new you!

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Starting at 326 lbs. last April, I could only dream of being 199 lbs. again for the last 30 years. It was a dream I never expected to come true. I'm so happy to say that I OFFICIALLY hit my goal this morning and cannot be happier with where this journey has taken me and what all it has taught me. Thanks to God, my family, doctors, friends, and nutritionists!!! Without all of them, this would have never happened or been this enjoyable of a story. Eating right and keeping a positive mind will never allow me to go back to the pain, both physically and mentally that I experienced for most of my adult life. I encourage anyone reading this that is thinking of surgery to talk with your doctor and look at its benefits. It's not the magic pill, but it is the tool to get you back in charge of your life.

Congratulations!!!

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