Addede 6 mo After Picture

So, like someone mentioned in another post, I saw a picture of myself this Christmas.  I didn't know who I was....I have a whole other "vision" of what I think I look like, and it was not that much slimmer person I saw in the picture!  Well, much to my surprise, it was me! My kids got me gift cards to the Fashion Bug, and so the day after Christmas my daughter hauled me down to get some new clothes.  I gladly went.  The entire time I was in the dressing room, I was staring into that full length mirror thinking - wow, I look different (the full length mirrors were long removed from my home! Anyway - you can check out my profile, and look in the before and after album to see the difference! http://www.obesityhelp.com/photos/albumId,39560/uzone,photos /action,gallery/ I've lost from 327 lbs down to 221 - I still have 70 lbs to go.  I'm seven months post-op.

Holy smokes Gayla!  You look fabulous!  106 pounds lost is wonderful.  Congratulations to you! Linda

Thank you Linda - now I really need to focus on getting in better physical shape - so, even though I don't have to change my "diet" this year, I do need to start working harder on getting exercise.  With some of the pain issues, it makes it a little difficult, but I really am going to make the goal of daily exercise of some sort - even if it is Yoga!  It's all about bettering our health - isn't it?  Thanks for taking a peek!

  WOW Gayla---you look fabulous!  You must feel so good.  Keep up the good work.  Julia

Thank you Julia - and look at you!  Only 1.8 lbs to go before you reach goal!  That is awesome!!!  Its people like you who give me hope and keep me focused!  Thanks!

Aww, Gayla you are an inspiration to someone too.  Julia

Gayla, The change is incredible.  You look absolutely fantastic.............keep up the good work.  And I think your idea of doing exercise, even yoga, is a great one.  I am joining the local gym today..................

OMG Gayla-you look SO beautiful! Look at those tiny shoulders and collarbones! Like you, I can't see my weight loss until I look at a picture of myself. You should be SO proud of yourself-congratulations!

Brandon and Schmeesa, thank you so much.  I can't imagine losing another 70 lbs...but will be happy to do so!  Thanks for taking a look!

I agree.  The change in you is amazing!  Here's wishing you great health in 2008! Lori