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Today I had a major moment. I was editing some photos taken at a golf tournament that I helped to host for the UW. I was looking at a photo and did not recognize myself. I called in one of the guys who works for me and asked him who the person was.. I was shocked, that I didn't even recognize myself. It's like my brain could not perceive the image. Very weird! I holding steady, losing about 3-4 lbs a month. Whatever it is, on my scale I'm 14 lbs. shy of my first goal of 140. I'm wearing any size. 12 in pants and an L or XL top. I'm feeling wonderful.

Congratulations Paula, You must be so proud of yourself, that is wonderful. You look great in your pictures on your profile too. Its a cute profile. Hope to see you at the summer picnic on the 16th. Great job kiddo. Keep up the good work. Hugs KimC

OMG, I've been so out of touch. What picinic? Thanks for the kind words, I really need to post new photos, on my profile page I was 166, now I'm about 155. At this weight it's amazing how quick you change.

That is a major wow moment Paula. You must of been shocked when you realized it was you. Sounds like you are doing great with your WLS, congratulations with all your success. Maggie

Maggie, You look amazing. Have you ever had a similar moment looking at an image of yourself?

Hi Paula, I can understand what you mean about not recognize yourself. My trainer Linda tried to make me recognize some pictures she took of me. I said oh my god I cannot believe that is me! You are not alone to feel that way! I am sure there are other post op people to feel that way too ! SMILE! Congrats for your hard work and keep it up Hope to give you big teddy hug at Summer Gathering Party! Hugs Kathy K

LOL! Paula I know just what you mean! I had kind of the inverse experience. At about 1 1/2 years PO, I was reviewing photos of a client event with my boss, choosing what photos to place on our website, etc. I was looking at a photo that I remembered being in...and I said- I thought I was in this picture to my boss... She looked at me like I was on drugs and pointed and said you ARE- you're right there! I was like OMG! Tha'ts me?? Yes, that IS me! I was still looking for the fat chick. Strange how our perceptions are difficult to change. congrats on your continuing success. keep up the good work! Lisa C

Hi Lisa, Hope your well and looking forward to the picinic at the beach. Are you going?