I posted this as a comment but I think it deserves it's own post.

I was 123kg, I'm now 89. I honestly can't tell the difference in the mirror. 34kg gone and I still see a fat person.
But there are so many things that are easier or better now.

I can fly in cattle class and not be squished and uncomfortable.
Same at the movies.
I no longer get that angry red between my thighs in summer when I wear a skirt.
My shorts do not ride up.
I can bend over without squashing my stomach and finding it hard to breathe.
My underpants don't roll down.
I can cross my legs easily and comfortably.
I can buy clothes from the regular sizing (the bigger sizes of regular sizing but regular sizing nonetheless).
People don't see me as the fat girl anymore. Most of my co-workers are about my age, and carrying a few extra pounds but not what you'd call fat, and they accept me as one of their own.
My "skinny" friend now weighs more than me (same height)
I have collarbones (who knew)
I also have a jawline, and only one chin (also, who knew)
I have bones in my feet, and my feet are actually quite nice, not fat little piggies.
I can wear a tank top without looking like I'm sporting a pair of hams.
I have a waist, and it's actually quite small (big hips, big boobs)
I can sit on the plastic outdoor furniture without fear of it breaking.