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2 days away from being ONE YEAR post op!!! (actually posted pics)

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goldenbarbie    329

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I can't believe it, almost a year ago I was 316 pounds. I was nervous, and eating every horrible and unhealthy meal I thought I would never be able to eat again because I knew I was about to change my life on December 14, 2016.

I was sleeved on 12/14/16 and it was truly one of the best life decisions I ever made. It was not easy, from being in and out of the ER due to dehydration in my early stage.. barely being able to eat anything besides liquids/apple sauce for 2 months.. to now being able to eat honestly anything, just with Portion Control. I'm well known on social media, and people always ask me what do I eat, what should they eat, did I get additional surgery etc.. even on here as I try to respond to all messages I tell everyone the same thing: My journey will NOT be yours. We are all different, we are individuals and our bodies are all different. My experience was deff not easy but yes I love my results. If you are questioning getting sleeved, do your research and then say YES. I was so nervous about getting sleeved, I researched for months before I started the process. I'm so glad I turned my life around. I am literally crying as I type this because I am so happy. food no longer controls my life, I do. The best feeling is self love and happiness... I was always confident but now I truly feel happy. 100%. And my journey is not even over yet, it just began.

I will post pics because the few friends I have on here always ask lol! Love you guys. And I love all my sleevers. ️

SW: 316

CW: 174

Height: 5'7

Measurements: 32, 27, 40.

No plastic surgery has been done. IMG_0171.JPG IMG_0172.JPG IMG_0173.JPG

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ProudGrammy    8,322

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8 hours ago, goldenbarbie said:

food no longer controls my life, I do

@goldenbarbie

hey bud

sorry you had to deal with so many problems

post op with dehydration et al!

you made it to the other side. Woo Hoo!!

you are lookin' great - wonderful pics!!

good wishes for the rest of your healthier,

happier, longer life. be well!!!

keep up the great work (i know you will)

kathy

congrats

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goldenbarbie    329

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[mention=308816]goldenbarbie[/mention]
hey bud
sorry you had to deal with so many problems
post op with dehydration et al!
you made it to the other side. Woo Hoo!!
you are lookin' great - wonderful pics!!
good wishes for the rest of your healthier,
happier, longer life. be well!!!
keep up the great work (i know you will)

kathy
congrats



Hey Kathy!!!! Thank you so much, I literally remember you helping me when I would post 24/7 on here! Lol thank you hope you are well [emoji173]️[emoji173]️[emoji173]️


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Bariatric Baddie    18

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Hi! I am just starting your journey and I know I am being nosey but I have to ask - do you have any before pictures? You look great by the way!

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goldenbarbie    329

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Hi! I am just starting your journey and I know I am being nosey but I have to ask - do you have any before pictures? You look great by the way!


Thank you babe [emoji173]️ you can check out my Instagram: BarbieTooPoppin for before and progress pictures

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Luisajfc    402

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Congrats you look amazing and without plastic?... Is a blessing. Good job!


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You Go Girl!!! Congrats. Keep up the great work!

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goldenbarbie    329

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Congrats you look amazing and without plastic?... Is a blessing. Good job!





Thank you babe [emoji173]️[emoji173]️[emoji173]️ I plan on getting arms and breast done when I reach my goal weight. but I am Thankful I look ok for now lol!


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