4 months out (w/pic)

2_be_me_again
on 11/24/09 6:04 am, edited 1/22/10 9:52 am

***Sorry... I deleted my photos due to OH's new facebook ap.  Add me as a friend to see my photos.  Edited on 1/10


Hi Julyers,

Just a quick update - all is well.  I'm down to 219lbs and have lost 80lbs total (51 since surgery).  I recently went to the Gap to try on a size 12 jeans (just to see how much more I have to go) and let me tell you... I don't have much further to go.  When deciding my goals for WLS - the top and main priority was to get into a size 12 jeans cause that's the size I remember feeling and looking great.  Shockingly - I could zip and if I sucked in all my gut I could botton up the jeans as well.  I nearly went blank just trying to graps the idea that I could be wearing a size 12 clothing very soon.  If not by Christmas.... at least by the new year.  As I reflect on the past... I used to wear flip flops daily cause my shoes no longer fit. (not to work obviously) You can't pay me to wear a pair of flip flops these days.  I wear heels to the grocery store - everywhere I go I have to look good.  My make up is done, my hair is styled, my clothes are ironed.  Whereas before - I didn't really care about these things.  It's amazing what changes occur in ones life when you are happy with yourself.  WOW... my tool has helped me a great deal.  My proffessional life has gotten significantly better and I firmly believe it's because of my weightloss.  I'm all of sudden being invited to executive meetings with my Director and VP.  Is it because I dress a hell of alot better?  Is it because I lost weight?  Is it because my perfomance is solid?  All of the above I suppose.  When your the fat girl all you want to do is get by in life - under the radar. 

My vitamins intake could be a lot better, my protein is good, my water is good as well.  I eat pretty much whatever I want.  I'm looking forward to Thanksgiving as I know the ristriction will prohibit me from overeating.  I'm thankful for so much right now.  Life is improving (just like they said it would).   I do have a fear of the future at times...I fear that I will gain my weight back eventually.  It's a nightmare that I wish could exit my thoughts.  It's up to me to maintain my happiness.
 Lastly - my vanity has returned full fledge which is why I'm sharing the below photo with my fellow Julyer's.  I feel great... I'm l've lost more inches than I have weight. 

I hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Hugs,
Brandi

 
AT GOAL in 336 days...!
SW / CW / GW
299 /174.5/ 175
6' tall - size 10

              









Ms Shell
on 11/24/09 8:30 am - Hawthorne, CA
You go you sexy thing you =)

"WLS is only for people who are ready to move past the "diet" mentality" ~Alison Brown
"WLS is not a Do-Over (repeat same mistakes = get a similar outcome.)  It is a Do-BETTER (make lifestyle changes you can continue forever.)" ~ Michele Vicara aka Eggface

2_be_me_again
on 11/28/09 4:15 am
   THANKS SHELL!
AT GOAL in 336 days...!
SW / CW / GW
299 /174.5/ 175
6' tall - size 10

              









(deactivated member)
on 11/24/09 12:18 pm - Glenside, PA
Awesome!  Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts as well as the pic.  I relate so much to your fears as well as your elation.  Keep rockin it!
2_be_me_again
on 11/28/09 4:17 am
THANK YOU!  Your doing fantastic yourself!  
AT GOAL in 336 days...!
SW / CW / GW
299 /174.5/ 175
6' tall - size 10

              









luanne711
on 11/24/09 12:39 pm - Bradford, PA
congratulations Brandi - you are doing so well  :-)   You're lookin' great girl  :-)
Luanne

I started WL journey on Jan 14, 2009 starting weight @ 342 
                              
Surgery date was July 22, 2009 and started @ 310 and and my goal weight
is 150.00.                   
2_be_me_again
on 11/28/09 4:18 am
Thanks Luanne...
AT GOAL in 336 days...!
SW / CW / GW
299 /174.5/ 175
6' tall - size 10

              









BlazerB
on 11/25/09 4:31 am
Wow... you look awesome Girl!  You will be at goal in no time!  You keep showing me that RNY really works and could do the same for me one day. 

Happy Turkey Day!
2_be_me_again
on 11/28/09 4:21 am
Thank you Blazer....  I haven't seen you around for a while.... are you still trying to get RNY approved?  What ever you decide... do it!  Don't let fear keep you away from healthy living. 

AT GOAL in 336 days...!
SW / CW / GW
299 /174.5/ 175
6' tall - size 10

              









Sabrenia8888
on 11/26/09 7:54 pm - Orlando, FL
You look amazing!!! Keep on reaching for the stars and you will get to your goals.!
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