Morbidly Obese NO MORE

Today was a milestone for me. I started my journey at 279 pounds with a BMI of 48.2 which at age 33 and standing 5'4" is Morbidly Obese. I had my LIFE SAVING operation on February 10, 2006 and after 8-1/2 weeks I am down to 232 pounds (a loss of 47 lbs) with a BMI of 39.9, which according to the charts make me obese. No longer Morbidly so. This might not seem to be such a milestone to some but for me it was big, especially after a three-week stall. I have had my difficulties but stepping on that scale really does make it worth it. I have also lost several sizes and am not sure what to do about clothes. I have size 24's and 22's if anyone needs them. I'd be happy to bring some stuff to the Meeting next weekend and Morrow, GA just email me. Thanks for reading. Laura 279/232/165

Laura, Congratulations!! That is an awesome milestone you should be so proud of yourself! I am so happy for you. Keep up the great work. Elisa

YEEEAAAHHHHH lets all do a happy dance ! Congrats Laura, that is just the coolest of cool ! I am so happy for you. Thanks for sharing the great news with us !

Laura Congratulations!! After reading about your change of status I went to my surgeon's site and plugged in my numbers. I too, qualify to drop the morbidly obese title and am now severely obese!! Don't worry about the stall. That is bound to happen to all of us. Just remind yourself...when was the last time you lost so much weight in such a short period of time.....your body is shrinking.....your clothes don't fit any more......and you are becoming more and more healthy!! Time for us to celebrate. I'll raise my diet Snapple and toast our success. Mary Jo 260/214

CONGRATS TO YOU!!!! dont it feel so good J

HOORAY Laura !!!! I am so proud of you. I am at a stall myself; going into my third week with no change on the scales (however, I have been over indulgent these days ) Way to go!!! I know you must look fabulous When is the meeting? Has the Joes Crab Shack get together already taken place?? BTW, I could use some 24's if you'd like to share them. I am down from a 28 but with only a 38# loss so far. Take care, Kristy

Kristy- They are your's. I bought some 20's yesterday at Target. I can still wear 22's but 24's are falling off. I can't wait until I'm in "Normal" sizes! It's going to happen! Soon! Can't wait to see you Saturday! Laura 280/231/165

Laura, WHEN??? I never heard about Saturday! Is it the Joe's Crab Shack meeting? I would love to attend. Email me back and let me know what the occassion on Saturday is Also, thanks for the offer on the clothes....I am so excited to be able to get some 24's and actually fit into them Let me know when you can..... [email protected] Thanks! Kristy

Kristy- I have two huge boxes of 24's and some 22's you won't need any clothes for a while. i went out and bought soe 20's this weekend and I feel so good in them! Watching these sizes melt off is definately better than watching the scale! We're doing GREAT! I have lost 48 lbs and I have 66 more to go for my goal of 165 lbs. I know that it's going to take some time but I'm so happy to see that it's happening. It seems that the more I eat the more I loose. If I don't eat several times a day I don't loose. it's that funny. I'm forcing myself to eat more! What a laugh. How are you doing girl! Laura 280/231/165

Laura, OF COURSE it's a milestone! That is a wonderful, wonderful accomplishment! Good luck on your continuing journey! Have fun with it! Jen Halliday