UPDATE....New Pictures and Avatars...

I put up a new avatar last week along with some pictures. I dont know if anyone even noticed, so I am putting a post about it. I just read nutti's post and I feel sad not just for her but for so many of us that dont really feel like we belong here? I try to post and not to let things bother me, but when you had wls and need the support as I do and I come here for it but dont feel like I belong.... thats sad. I totally understand and know where she is coming from. So, I really think we should be more aware of how we treat others, myself included... I just wanted to throw that out there....

  I am now getting ready to go back to school for my Business Administration degree ((MASTERS!!!)) I am very excited! I never thought I would be able to do it. I think this decision to have the surgery has changed my life in more possible ways then I could ever take the time to say.... I have grown in my friendships, marriage, mental health and family relationships. For those of you who dont know, I have severe depression, bi-polar and severe anxiety issues that all seem to be going away now due to some positive results with the surgery. I am not cured by any means, but I am HAPPY!!! I dont know the last time I could say over all~ I am HAPPY! 

   I will be adding more pictures soon closer to Xmas time. I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving!!

wow you are looking good. You can tell from your smile you are doing great,you look really happy.

Thanks so much!!! ((HUGZ)) Yes, I am so VERY happy!!! I dont think this is a very good picture, but I will try to take more soon!!! Thanks for the compliments!!

just wanted to say you are very beautiful!! so are your children, isn't it a great feeling to be able to feel good about yourself? for so long I didn't wan't to go anywhere and be seen, I still have a way's to go, 100 + lb.s down, I am getting there, congratulations girl!

Hey lookin good girl, congrats on your schooling...vesta

You go girl!  Keep up the good work!

Thank You All so much!!! I am very proud of my babies!! ;) I am so glad this weight is coming off and I am feeling so much better about myself. I have around 100# still to lose, but it is coming off and will ALL come off! ;) Have a great night everyone!~

Being the mother of one of the younger weight loss members I love to keep up with you young members and I read your posts alot and you are doing so good and look so happy. You also have beautiful children. Keep up the good work.   Linda