From Eeek to Wow!

kahlee2000

So, when I started this journey, I was just under 400 lbs. I never went out, never wanted to be in social situations of any kind, and was generally uncomfortable with me. I had one trip to the hospital, and my blood pressure was through the roof. I couldn't walk due to the pain in my hips and knees, and I couldn't stand for more than a couple of minutes. My doctor had warned me it was time to seriously consider weight loss surgery because it was no longer a matter of if but when my health started to seriously failed. My response was I refused to consider weight loss surgery. For me that was a mental indication that I had given up and failed completely. (This was my own way to see the world -- it was more of a mental failure than a physical one.) When I started this is where I was at:



For mother's day this year I went up to my parents home and planted three flats of flowers for my mom -- and boy was everyone surprised! I am just thrilled at the new world I am starting to discover! So, here is mother's Day, 2012!



For the record -- the little girl sitting next to me in the first photo is my hero and inspiration in all of this. She had a heart transplant six weeks ago. She has had five different open heart surgeries since she was born -- and she has the most positive, amazing, and uplifting personality of anyone I have ever know! I have promised her that by the time she is medically cleared to go to the local amusement park -- around Halloween this year -- I would in in good enough shape to take her and her brothers! That is one amazing little girl that I don't plan on letting down!

janegalt37

Truly amazing! How long did this take?

moepwr

Way to go!!!! You look great! And good for you for taking it upon yourself and losing weight! I hope you have every sucess!

kahlee2000

I am currently 10 months into this journey and I am so much happier!

shayleeloves

Wow! Congratulations. What an accomplishment!

steamyhott

That is amazing!!!!! Huge Accomplishment!!!!

mimstero

Good for you! Keep it up!!!!!

Claire594

What a transformation. You look amazing and all that in only 10 months. You are my new hero lol. Congratulations.

Doreen_Murray

I love seeing how happy you look in your second picture...a smile speaks a thousand words! Kudos on your success! Inspiring. :flowerforyou:

Tuffjourney

Aaah man, you look great. Hugs to the little girl. :flowerforyou:

sunnyflower1177

I'm sooo happy for you and proud of you!! You have proved to yourself that it can be done, so keep up the good work!!:}

littlesis412

You are amazing. I am truly impressed and inspired. Words cannot express how great I think you (and the little girl) are.

Debi907

What a beautiful smile in the second pic. You look wonderful - & happy. Congrats!

fawndam

GREAT JOB!!!! YOU LOOK AMAZING!!! KEEP US UPDATED ON YOU AND THAT PRECIOUS LITTLE GIRL!!

tangal88

Wow- what a great job you have done, your hard work shows. I am sure your Doctor will be thrilled as well. Best of luck toward whatever fitness goals you have. You can do it.

JoolieW68

Fabulous job! You look so happy now

OVERWEIGHTLUVA

AMAZING!!

babygurl48

You look great and hugs to the little girl!!!

jonesyx6

AmaZING!!!! Great job!

miracle4me

I may not know you personally, but I am proud of you. Keep up the great work. Did you exercise to lose this much weight in such a short length of time? Congratulations again

goblynn

This is awesome!! 121!!!! What an inspiration you are to all of us. Thank you for posting your story and working so hard.

kahlee2000

I may not know you personally, but I am proud of you. Keep up the great work. Did you exercise to lose this much weight in such a short length of time? Congratulations again

I do. I actually started in the swimming pool until I could actually move. Then I slowly started transitioning into walking, stairs, and playing with the kids. Now I walk every morning between 3 and 5 miles. And then I make excuses to use the stairs instead of the phone, IM, E-mail ect. Now I am so happy about everything I can do again, it is like having life to live all over again. I love going out an trying new things. I no longer look at activities and automatically decide that I can't do that. I usually try most activities. I organize volleyball games at work, and I am currently looking for walking buddies for the weekends/and some afternoons to try new mountain/exercise trails. Any one interested in the Salt Lake City area?

Also -- I have found a great deal of support from everyone here at MFP. It has become one of my most important assets. I may not be the most vocal -- but I am very appreciative of all of my friends and supporters here! :happy:

Barkley87

Wow you've done amazingly Way to go!

melissan84

Awesome progress. Keep up the great work!

lunglady

Wow!!!!!!!:flowerforyou:

Aquaduckie

Congratulations on your success so far! I can see in your face how happy you must feel on the inside. You are looking great! Keep up the good work, and I am sure you will reach your goals!

Jmstill300

Quite a ride in 10 months! Way to go! Very inspirational!

jayayach

Awesome story. So inspirational!

KaleidoscopeEyes1056

I am currently 10 months into this journey and I am so much happier!

121 lbs in 10 months?! That is incredible!!

Jezebel9

You are awesome!

Chanita1116

Way 2 go!!! Enjoy your day at the park when it comes!