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Hi guys,
I am almost 3 years out and have lost over 100 pounds thanks to my RNY. I'm on here today because as a pre-op I got sooooo much help from this site. When I was newly out it was difficult for me to keep coming on here because I really wanted to avoid comparing myself to other people, it's really difficult on someone who already has low self esteem. Three years later I have grown and realized that I was not ready for the changes my surgery would bring to my life. When they say this surgery is life it ain't no joke darlings. I never had any complications from the surgery, but boy oh boy were there complications in my life. Now, I realize how important it is to love yourself and your body no matter what the scale says, afterall as a big girl you are blessed to see the world very differently then you do as a thinner version of yourself, but even more important still the world sees you very differently and it's hard to handle. I took my weight loss for granted and I never put any effort into loosing weight and I was embarassed by that for a long time. I was irresponsible for such a long time, I am at a stage of my life where I am willing to do what it takes to be a healthier version of myself sans what the scale has to say. I am beautiful extra skin and jiggly parts all around :) This time around I'm gonna loose the weight and stop taking my RNY for granted and I hope all you newbies out there really understand what a wonderful life changing journey you are about to embark on. I was unable to post any pictures on here for some reason (i'm a total ditz) however look me up on facebook/cynthiammariscal
i'm back because I need help and motivation to stay on a responsible healthy road...

Thanks Loves!

 wow thanks for your story, I hadn't had surgery but I am in the process and going on here you do read all these positive things but it is also good to hear stories like this, its a reminder on how we are given this amazing opportunity and gift through medicine to better our lives. I will take this message and never forget it 
Thank you for sharing

Thanks Doll! yes it definitely is a hell of a ride but it never stops being anything short of amazing :) I've added the pics to my profile if you wanna take a look

 BTW there is this great group on fb for those who had surgery or are thinking about having surgery and those in the process and need motivation there are great people on there its a private group but even though you don't know anyone you feel as if there your best friends get supporters .. http://www.facebook.com/groups/283359835073015/ 

 oh yeah I tried looking at your pics bout  your profile is private..

https://www.facebook.com/groups/211826225576313/

come join us!