2001

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August
(surgery)

September

October

November

December

2002

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August
(1-year anniversary)

September

November

 

     

August 2002

Wow!! Today is my one-year surgery anniversary! It's so hard to believe how fast time has flown and how many changes have happened in my life in just one year.

I now wear a size small-medium shirt (8-10), size 10 pants, and size 8 dress. Who knew THAT would ever happen! I don't remember EVER being in such low sizes, not even when I was a teen. I can shop in any store now and order out of any catalog. It felt GREAT to tear up the Lane Bryant credit card!

I ride a mountain bike, run up and down stairs, and walk fast on the treadmill. I fit in rides, theater seats, and plane seats.

I get looks and winks from guys. I smile back. I don't walk with my eyes down anymore.

I don't put up with abuse and manipulation in relationships anymore. I don't let myself be used, nor do I think I'm worthless. I know many people are all of those things and more even when they are heavy. Kudos to them! I just wasn't able.

I uploaded my one-year pics including my scar. I also uploaded some new pics in the misc section to show what some parts of me look like after having lost 150 lbs. Skin removal surgery is a bit of a way off yet, but I am starting the research now.

 

2003

January

April

July

November

2004

March

August
(3-year anniversary)

2005

August
(4-year anniversary)

2005

August
(5-year anniversary)