6 months ago tomorrow my update

Gosh, where has the time gone. In some ways it seems like it was just yesterday that my life changed, and boy has it changed for the better. Six months ago I was trying to imagine what my life would be like. I can honestly say it is so much better than I could have ever imagined. I am down 72lbs 44.75inches. I am so happy, I didn't know I was so unhappy 6 months ago. My kids all say I am happier, I am loving life again. My relationship with my husband is alot better, I know longer hide when I get dressed. I am the woman he married 20 years ago. I enjoy getting up in the morning, fixing my hair putting on makeup. I like to go to my closet and pick out clothes. I even went out an got me a job. I firmly believe you must go into this surgery with a positive attitude. Also my faith with the good Lord has really helped me to have a remarkable journey. Life is great, if anyone is reading this just know this was worth every bit of stress, frustration that I went through prior to surgery. I can honestly say the hardest part of this journey was the insurance process. I have added my 6month pictures to my profile. Honestly I look the same as my 5months. I didn't realize when my son took the picture I had on the same shirt. My jeans are a smaller size. I have been buying the same brand of jeans since before my journey started. I fully understand that all clothes are not labeled the same. I can wear some 12's that fit fine and 10's that are tight. Go figure!!!! Ok getting back to the jeans that I have been buying....I have been buying the same brand from Walmart and I started with a very tight 18 (should have had 20's they were that tight) and yesterday I bought a 6. Gosh this is a fabulous tool. I am at the point of taking my gift card (mothers day present from my husband) to Dillards and buying some nice things. For years he has been telling me to buy nice clothes but I never felt worthy of it. For the past several years the only time I would shop at nice stores would be when he would buy me a gift card and I had no choice. He may regret my shopping now!!!! Watch the checkbook hunny!!!! Hugs to all, Jodi

Jodi - congratulations on your 6 month anniversary. You look spectacular. I'm so glad that everything is going great for you!

Thanks Diane....I love you new posting name, Diane Doodle to cute!!!

tina,,,, i Love the pictures,, my goal is 150,, i have a long road cause i am only 6 weeks out today....... best of luck............................... Kateri

Wow Jodi you are doing so good. I hope I can get down to a six that would be wonderful. I've got 54 pounds to go and can fit in a twelve comfortably now. So I'm thinking a six is doable. You look great girl. Such an inspiration. Take care, Tina

Tina, you have been an inspiration to me too.....I remember when you had your surgery, I just can't believe how different you look, you look extremely happy!!!! Hugs, Jodi

I am extremely happy!! Tina

Jodi, Well said about your journey. I am still stuck at 79 pounds and in a size 8 I have not tried a 6 yet. I thought I might try a pair on this week. I buy the Lee Riders. I love them. I tried on my size 10 and they were big on me it was a good feeling. I will have to let you know if the size 6 jeans fit or not. I am stuck between 145-147. I too love to get up fix my and put on my make up I use the Bare Minerals base and then whatever for eyeshadow,eyeliner,lipstick. I hardly go out the door with out fixing my face anymore. Before surgery I did not care what I looked like. I care now though. I have noticed that my self esteam is higher than it has been in a really long time. Keep up the good work girlfriend. Love ya, Chrissy

Hey Chrissy, I have been buying the Lee Ryders too. They fit the best for me. I was just so shocked Saturday. I tried the 8 on and they were loose, I thought noway can I go any smaller. I was so surprised and just thrilled. Thanks so much for all the kind words, you are so sweet to me. Hugs, Jodi

Jodi, I tried on the size 6 jeans and they fit they are snug but fit. I can sit down and still breathe in them. I am in shock here..... I was half way thinking of tring a pair on either this week or next but when I read your post and saw you got a pair I thought may be I will try then now and see how far away I was from getting in them. Well I bought them and I am goning to get my to cut them off for me to make them into shorts. Love ya, Chrissy