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6 months post op...closing in on 100lbs lost total since my journey began in Oct. 2015



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As I close in on 100 lbs gone forever , I am finally realizing gastric bypass was the best thing I've ever done for myself and my family....I feel better...I feel I look better...lol.....I went clothes shopping on Sunday to find an outfit for an upcoming Blake Shelton concert that my hubby bought me VIP tickets for an early birthday present. I found the outfit I'm wearing in the picture below..I was so excited when I pulled the jean jacket off the rack thinking it's not going to fit...it's an XL.....omg! It actually fits me!! ???? ....I started my journey at 324lbs...SW was 295...CW is 227 ....one of the things on my bucket list is to hike in the Rockies with my son next month...He is so excited that I am going to attempt this with him ???????? I'm moving onward and downward with the new me....I cannot wait to see 199 on that scale!!! post-265677-0-20172800-1471376274_thumb.jpeg post-265677-0-54175800-1471376285_thumb.jpeg

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Thank you so much reeniemay! That saying is so true...Nothing tastes as good as being thin feels..in my case ..thinner...lol

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First, congratulations on this milestone. It's easy to tell from your post how in tune you are with the feelings that accompany a large weight loss. I hope you revel everyday. There's something to going beyond just acknowledging the number, but rather feeling that weight loss through your experiences like shopping, concerts, travel, etc. I think it allows for a deeper mind/body connection.

Second, I also went to Colorado, NM-for the international Balloon Fiesta, and AZ to see the Grand Canyon. It was a spiritual experience. Granted it was early in my journey but I too had lost enough that there was no doubt I could walk and move in a way I hadn't since adolescence.

Your light shines brightly and it will only grow in time. Continued blessings as you move forward.

All my best,

Daniel

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Congratulations enjoy the new experiences X

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Daniel....thank you so much for your kind words...The NM balloon festival is also on my bucket list! Hope you enjoyed Co, NM, and the Grand Canyon!

KristenLe...Thank you! I hear he puts on a great concert! I look forward to your posts...You are very supportive to everyone...good luck on your journey!

Taysidebell...Thank you!

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Daniel that is amazing! I love all the different types! [emoji7] Thank for sharing [emoji106]

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Thursday Aug 18th is my 6 month appt with my Surgeon's PA and the NUT...I'm hoping to get taken off my blood pressure meds! [emoji3][emoji106]

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Drs appt went very well...even got a hug from my PA because she was so proud of me [emoji7]..love my bariatric team!

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