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butterfly23

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butterfly23    423

butterfly23
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I have not wanted to have my picture taken for over 20 years. Now after losing 160 pounds, I traveled to Washington DC to meet with my Senators about topics very important to my heart and soul.

They took pictures and for the first time not only did I not shy away from the camera but I actually was willing to share it through social media. This is the first time I have ever done that.

I still have a lot to lose, but this is huge for me. I do a lot of advocacy and have always done it in the background.

Now I finally feel comfortable being in the spotlight.

Who else is now willing to have their pic taken?

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Inner Surfer Girl    12,015

Inner Surfer Girl
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This is so awesome! And what a cool experience. You will definitely need to share this with more than social media. Now you can start a brag wall!

I rarely post pictures of myself to social media but posted a selfie yesterday. My aunt literally didn't recognize me.

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butterfly23    423

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ISG that is wonderful about your selfie! Isn't it an amazing feeling?

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KindaFamiliar    3,867

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I just considered taking and posting a selfie but then decided against it...

I know this may sound weird, but my biggest fear is rivalling that dodgy Kardashian chick in the 'breaking the internet' stakes...

You see - I'm hot..

Not luke-warm...

Not tepid..

I'm hot...

In fact I'm so...

Oh s**t...

Hang on a sec...

I'm thinking of someone else...

Never mind...

As you were...

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glitter eyes    1,398

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@@butterfly23 Congrats on your amazing NSV!! It feels so good when you don't have to hide from the camera. I am sure most of us have been there. You look fabulous.. Keep on taking those selfies!!

@KindaFamilar Now you have us all curious.....

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butterfly23    423

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@@anjelikaj Yes! It is Senator Schatz! Are you here in Hawaii? I've been seeking someone in my area who has gotten or will get WLS, let me know if you want to chat, best of luck to you.

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