before and after

Ok...I hope this worked this time...pics didnt show up...so trying again

Ok, I know that I have posted a before and after before...but it wasnt a full body shot...so I decided to do that. After looking back at my after pic taken about 2 weeks ago, the pants look alot bigger than they were, but are ready to go into the giveway pile along with the shirt now...lol. I will take another after where I am not swimming in my clothes, but you get the point. Like I said before, this has been the best thing that I have done and wish I had done it sooner, but everything happens in its own time, so I am accepting of having the surgery last year instead of earlier. My dr says 15 more lbs to lose...I say 20 and then I am looking at plastics. I will post a new after next month for my 1 yr anniversary. For those contemplating having the surgery, make sure that you do your homework and research and understand that this is not a magical cure all..but it is a tool that you must use daily the right way if you wish to keep your results and remain healthy. I have noticed that while losing the weight, a lot of issues that I had eaten and placed on my body have been resolved, and seeing myself as someone who is worth something and and I have worth and value and people do not have the right to take away my self esteem or confidence and I can disagree with you but that doesnt mean that I dont like or love you as a person. I can say no when I have to and do not have to feel obligated because of my weight or how bad I feel. I can live and love hard and create a positive image for my children that will stay implanted in their minds long after I am gone..."that mom did this for herself and for us, and how hard she worked for what she wanted and wanted to keep".  I have found that beautiful woman in the inside, and she has come out to let others know THIS IS ME!!! The days of letting people run over me are gone, now they are met with opposition and a strong piece of my mind..putting them in their place quickly. These are just a few of the positive things of how my life has changed in just 10 months.

LaDetra

You're doing so great, Detra.  I love you, girl!!!!

Thanks girl!!! Ur doing good urself also.

LaDetra

I cant see the pictue. BOO HOO!!!!

LaDetra....one word.....THANK YOU

Well, GEZ!  Haven't been on here in a while, but you look AWESOME!!!  Can't believe it's been almost a year for you too.  Time flies.  Congrats on the weight loss, but even bigger congrats on the self-esteem issue, and not letting people run over you.  That is its own accomplishment just as important.  Michael

WOW girl you're looking AWESOME!!!!!!

WOW!  Jazzy you are amazing!  Beautiful pics!

Wow, look at you our Beautiful LaDetra!!!  I know life has changed for you in the most fantastic ways.  Your children have a wonderful, healthy, active Mom and you can enjoy life with them and not jus****ch them.  You'll be around to enjoy all those grandchildren one of these days as well!!!