4 months out (w/pic)
***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