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As the mother of 11 children, and foster mother to over 100...many of them boys. I learned to not even think about trying until they are three.

Before 334 Now 194 Still fighting the last 44...they are quite stubborn!

That is an awesome NSV! I LOVE not being recognized...it's my guilty pleasure!

335lbs-195lbs (-140lbs) One day at a time. (Sometimes one hour, minute, second at a time) Be KIND to yourself...Ignore the mean inner voice.

I'm feeling physically sore (as expected) but emotionally I am THRILLED even with the results so far. Can't wait until the swelling goes down and I can see the actual results.

10 days post-op. Feeling sassy, but wear out quickly. (Went back to sleep right after this picture)

Feeling sassy today.

Had the removal this am. Actually posting from my recovery bed. They took 10.7 lbs! They were surprised I’ve done this much without WLS... just less sugar and more movement! Can’t wait to see how it looks ( I did peek a bit)

I want to live long enough to see my grandchildren disappoint my children...

It's taken me a long time to see a difference. Still on my "journey" but finally feel like I'm making progress.

15 months. Down 125 lbs. 60 more to go!

I have three children who graduated from your school. Another one entering next year...

Not at goal, but on my way...and much happier (Even though my before picture looks pretty dang happy! LOL)

Thanks. I am now embracing the grey...! LOL

Isn't it fun to have CHOICES!!

Pretty smile.

Less wrinkles I suppose...LOL

Down 117...more to go but the scale is STUCK!! One day at a time...one meal at a time...one workout at a time...!

One day at a time One hour at a time One meal at a time. Some days one minute at a time. Also, don’t throw trash the car if you get a flat tire.

11 months into it. Down 115. Taking the mind much longer to see the body changes.

CICO and MOVE everyday.

February 2017-October 2017 -98lbs About 1/2 way there (It’s slowing down and getting harder )

Congrats! You probably already know this, but I want to share because I just learned it. It may take longer to go from 5.9 to...whatever your goal is, than it took to go from High A1c to 5.9. Don't get discouraged! I was a bit disappointed that mine only changed by .2 last test, but have been reassured it will all work out…

I tend to buy too many things because for so many years, if it fit BUY IT...never knew if I'd find something that would fit again. Now, I can decide if I LIKE something, not just if it will go on. I am shocked when I realize I have CHOICES at the REGULAR store (nothing fancy, just Walmart, but I couldn't even wear their…

YOUR STORY is what I needed to see/read today. Thank you.

I keep to about 1500 calories a day. Limit sugar to 50 grams per day. The results from decreasing sugar were quick. I noticed less bloating right away. Some kind of exercise/movement (walking/biking/swimming) 5-6 days a week. I try and do some lifting 2-3 times a week. I'm going to consult with a personal trainer this week…

Go ahead and taste it, but be sure to log it! <congratulations>!

I'd like to know this too!

I got to take a walk with my sweet hubby yesterday. Before I knew it, We went 2.5 miles. No pain. No shortness of breath. Just a quiet walk with the one I love. Bliss!

I eat whatever fits in the calorie total, but I do keep my sugar to 50g or less a day. I keep my calories around 1500-1700. When I started I could only walk 5-10 minutes at a time. It was PAINFUL and HUMILIATING. I spent the first day at the gym crying in the parking lot, but didn't go in. Day 2, I went in but cried while…