Marilyn Monroe

[Katy2051 21]

Wow! My first post. I've been one of those "trolls" that would just read posts since I was way to shy to say a thing. Sorry guys!

But today I think I have finally gotten the courage to be proud. So here it is....

A few years before even considering the sleeve I had bought this beautiful white Marilyn Monroe inspired swimsuit in a size 8 for inspiration. I had hoped it would help me stay focused and on track to gaining what I thought would be the "perfect" me. Well... it sat in the closet for three years collecting dust. While I collected more lbs. Not what I had forseen. Then.... my doctor told me that I had PCOS. My husband and I learned that we might not have kids if I didn't lose the weight. That through me into a wake up call. I had to find something. So I came here... to this place. Looking for other people who understood. I decided to take the leap. My husband and parents were behind me 100%. I did it. I had the sleeve surgery. What an incredible choice to change my life!

Now.... back to that swim suit. I found that dusty swimsuit and thought oh no... there is no way. I still had/have that "I'm still way to big" mentality. But instead of just hiding it again, I decided to grit my teeth and try it anyways. It finally fit after three years of being in my closet. The wash of pride and relief came over me. (Hopefully I added the picture right)

I thought this swimsuit was what I needed to inspire me. It wasn't. My family and future children are. This swimsuit was just a sign that I am on the way and did the right thing for myself.

(Thank you for reading my random thoughts and story.)

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[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

Congratulations!

Welcome to BariatricPal. I hope you participate much more!

I agree, it sounds like your health and your family were the best motivation. Fitting in the bathing suit is a bonus!

[VSGAnn2014 12,992]

Look at you!

You're a Marilyn pinup in that great swimsuit!

Congratulations!

P.S. You were a "lurker" -- you're so not a "troll."

[KristenLe 5,979]

You look incredible!! So tiny and cute! So happy for you!!!

[Valentina 2,642]

Wow! My first post. I've been one of those "trolls" that would just read posts since I was way to shy to say a thing. Sorry guys!

But today I think I have finally gotten the courage to be proud. So here it is....

A few years before even considering the sleeve I had bought this beautiful white Marilyn Monroe inspired swimsuit in a size 8 for inspiration. I had hoped it would help me stay focused and on track to gaining what I thought would be the "perfect" me. Well... it sat in the closet for three years collecting dust. While I collected more lbs. Not what I had forseen. Then.... my doctor told me that I had PCOS. My husband and I learned that we might not have kids if I didn't lose the weight. That through me into a wake up call. I had to find something. So I came here... to this place. Looking for other people who understood. I decided to take the leap. My husband and parents were behind me 100%. I did it. I had the sleeve surgery. What an incredible choice to change my life!

Now.... back to that swim suit. I found that dusty swimsuit and thought oh no... there is no way. I still had/have that "I'm still way to big" mentality. But instead of just hiding it again, I decided to grit my teeth and try it anyways. It finally fit after three years of being in my closet. The wash of pride and relief came over me. (Hopefully I added the picture right)

I thought this swimsuit was what I needed to inspire me. It wasn't. My family and future children are. This swimsuit was just a sign that I am on the way and did the right thing for myself.

(Thank you for reading my random thoughts and story.)

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I absolutely love your story!!!!!!!! ---and the suit.!!!!!!!!!!

I am a huge Marilyn Monroe fan. (too bad the Kennedys had her murdered-----OMG!---MY OPINION)

Thank you for this post. I, for one needed it today.

Prayers going up for your continued happiness.

[2goldengirl 2,076]

The suit looks nearly as fabulous as you do. My coloring is so pale I'd never dream of a white suit, but it's wonderful with your coloring!

[KindaFamiliar 3,867]

So, I mean this in a nice, pleasant, non-creepy way...

Niiiiice!!!

That is all...

[CHM 1,009]

You look beautiful @@Katy2051 ...congratulations!

[jaxmom 644]

You look amazing... And so is your story. Thank you for sharing.

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[Katy2051 21]

Thank yall for all the sweet words! This is a great community.

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[Dub 9,922]

You look great !!!!!!!!

[Steph~L~16 168]

You look so pretty!

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[jane13 2,256]

@@Katy2051 - you look great....can you share your stats?