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Today I am 2 months + 1day past my operation. I am down 55 lbs. But this journey is more than just the weight loss. This journey is about rediscovering myself. For the last 9yrs I have hid myself in the roles of being a wife and a mother. The heavier I got, the less I did. I became a bystander to my life. And worse, to my kids life.

This surgery has given me my courage back. My confidence. My sense of a adventure.

The day I had my surgery I started walking and have not stopped. Today I walked my 1st 5k. And I signed up for 2 more this summer. I cannot believe I am a 5k'er.

I went in to this surgery thinking I would lose weight and get healthier. I never considered I would find myself along the way!

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Congratulations on all of the above!! 55 pounds and your first 5k! I am one month tomorrow and I'm down 27 pounds. I am motivated and inspired by all of the shared journeys. Keep up the good work!!


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@mom2tess Thank you! And your 50lbs is amazing! I have been following my Protein and Water goals. I started walking 3-4 days a week slowly adding more to my route.I also do aerobic exercises every other day. I know aerobics is so 80s, but it seems to be helping me out.



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7 hours ago, shan0520 said:

Today I am 2 months + 1day past my operation. I am down 55 lbs. But this journey is more than just the weight loss. This journey is about rediscovering myself. For the last 9yrs I have hid myself in the roles of being a wife and a mother. The heavier I got, the less I did. I became a bystander to my life. And worse, to my kids life.

This surgery has given me my courage back. My confidence. My sense of a adventure.

The day I had my surgery I started walking and have not stopped. Today I walked my 1st 5k. And I signed up for 2 more this summer. I cannot believe I am a 5k'er.

I went in to this surgery thinking I would lose weight and get healthier. I never considered I would find myself along the way!

I'm so happy for you! My story is similar to yours. It touched me to hear how you've found yourself. I believe I will too. 😊 Congrats Hon!!! Many blessings to you!!

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1 hour ago, shan0520 said:

@mom2tess Thank you! And your 50lbs is amazing! I have been following my Protein and Water goals. I started walking 3-4 days a week slowly adding more to my route.I also do aerobic exercises every other day. I know aerobics is so 80s, but it seems to be helping me out.


What are your Protein and Water goals? Do you keep track of carbs?

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I'm so happy for you! My story is similar to yours. It touched me to hear how you've found yourself. I believe I will too. [emoji4] Congrats Hon!!! Many blessings to you!!

You will most definitely find yourself. I keep thinking that to go thru such a major life change, we will keep learning and finding ourselves! I wish you the same blessings!



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What are your Protein and Water goals? Do you keep track of carbs?

My protein is 70grams (I usually hit 60-65). My water is 64oz. I do not keep track of my carbs. But I don't have many. I think I'm allowed 20 a day, but i prob get maybe around 10.



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You're killing it! So awesome!!

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Congrats, I'm soo happy for you [emoji41]

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Today I am 2 months + 1day past my operation. I am down 55 lbs. But this journey is more than just the weight loss. This journey is about rediscovering myself. For the last 9yrs I have hid myself in the roles of being a wife and a mother. The heavier I got, the less I did. I became a bystander to my life. And worse, to my kids life.
This surgery has given me my courage back. My confidence. My sense of a adventure.
The day I had my surgery I started walking and have not stopped. Today I walked my 1st 5k. And I signed up for 2 more this summer. I cannot believe I am a 5k'er.
I went in to this surgery thinking I would lose weight and get healthier. I never considered I would find myself along the way!


Congrats! You are doing awesome. Very motivational words. I felt them and can relate. Thank you for sharing.


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Thank you everyone!!! It is so rewarding to be on this journey with you all!



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