6 month out update!!!

Hey Guys, Welp... I am offically six months out! So I thought I'd give a little update. I have lost 96 pounds and I am 44 from my goal! I went shopping today with my hubby yesterday at old navy, i have been wearing size 16's, but hubby said just go try on these 14's, so I did thinking for some reason that they wouldn't fit because they looked small. I get into the dressing room to put them on, they fit, they zipped, and then I looked at myself and they are LOOSE!!! I was like OMG, It has been years since I have been able to fit into that size. As for tops I am no longer plus size. Just womens XL!!! Food is being tolerated well, but my protein is still a struggle everyday. I am so glad to hear that they other post op's are doing well, and I always look forward to hearing everyone's updates!!! Hugs, Jacqueline

Long time no talk! Did you see Christian for you six month appt. yet? I get to see him for the first time in a couple weeks and I am wondering if he is going to do b-12 shots. Congrats on your size 14's. Old Navy is my new favorite store. I am heading your way Monday or Tuesday as yours is the closest Old Navy. We are getting Christmas pics taken on wednesday so I am looking for a new outfit. Congrats! Talk to you soon Rach

No, Not yet I think it's for Dec. 8. Do they normally do B-12 shots??? I wonder if they will check blood work again. Thank you, yes I am loving Old Navy too, they are cheap enough to where I don't feel guity about buying outfits that won't fit me for very long! Check out the sweaters on the right side of the store in the front, they are super cute!!!

My official 6 month appt. with Christian is on the 8th too at 9am! We are totally going to have to see each other that day! When I first met Christian he said something about B-12 shots. We will have to ask him. They give you a boost of energy that I could use while traveling over the holidays. I am trying so hard to lose 18 pounds before Christmas, but man....I don't know if I can do it. I didn't even lose one pound this week. Keep up the good work ! Rachael

I just checked and my appt is at 11:15! We should get together that day for sure! Is there support group that day, or is that for the lap banders? I could use a b-12 shot, I need the boost for sure. I keep asking my husband do you think I am going to make it to my goal of loosing 15 pounds by Christmas... DO YOU, DO YOU??? lol, I think I am driving him nuts. I lost .4 of a pound today, but at this point I'll take .4 and run! Good luck with your christmas goal, I am sure you'll make it! Protein, protein, protein!!! Hugs, Jacqueline

There are no support groups on Mondays, but we got that big waiting area on the second floor to hang out and talk. I will just come back out after my visit and wait to see if you are there yet. How early do you usually arrive? Rachael

Sorry, I didn't realize it, but the 8th is a Friday and there is an 11:30 support group, but I guess that's when your appointment it!

darn. yes that is when i will be in my appt huh! my husband has an appt at 9:00 so I guess we'll walk over and wait for mine after he is done. hope we see you!

update. protein: LOL yeah right, not even close to on target water: LOL yeah right, not even close to on target, someone please just shoot me exercise: LOL LOL LOL LOL LOL weight fluxuating between 168.5 and 169.5 start weight: 275, so -107 lbs starting size 22/24 current size 14 but very baggy emotionally, I am EXHAUSTED. this has been a seriously busy holiday portrait season, all due to my new self esteem and my new body. seriously, people do perceive that a person is better or worse depending on their own body image. I have been dumping more lately, just not making good choices.

i know it's hard with both water and protein. i have been doing pretty well about getting my exercise. overall sounds like your doing great with your weight loss! everyday just keep trying to get it all in. i hope you enjoy the holidays being the "new" you! hugs, jacqueline