The Good, The Bad and The Saggy - One Year Post Op Gastric Bypass RNY Bariatric Surgery Surgiversary
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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
- It's already been one year since my Gastric Bypass/RNY surgery! Come see how thing have gone - the good and the bad! I also have progress pics and a video showing all of my loose skin!
Congratulations on all your success! Please remember that when we are obese, our bones thicken to carry that extra weight, our organs enlarge and we create excess skin. You can't get down to the weight of someone your same height and age and still be healthy because you will carry extra weight in your bones, organs and skin forever. Remember to give yourself grace. Don't aim for a number, aim for health and where your body feels good and you have energy to do the things you want to do. There's no need to weigh more than once a week. Less is better. Once a month would be ideal now that your body has started to level out at it's new set point. Continued health to you!
Wise words! Thank you so much. :)
You Go Girl! 😊😊😊😊😊 i lost a 1666 Vsg.. i was at 115.. i am 124.. trying to lose back under 120..
Very great advice, @heatherbaker3903 -- Thank you! I'm a spreadsheet & list gal - so I'm hoping I don't obsess over tracking too much! LOL Want to be aware but not obsess!
This was an emotional and vulnerable roller coaster. I cried, I laughed, I mourned, I grieved, I smiled, I felt so much hope and comfort. I specifically relate to the simple elation that comes from being able to tie your shoes comfortably. I have frequent breakdowns over the size of my abdomen and not being able to have my dog sit in my lap. I’m also short so I don’t have much thigh room. I’m a fellow nurse and your whole vibe is just so… healing. Thank you thank you thank you for sharing this. I am pre op and this was single handedly the most helpful thing I have consumed to prepare. I’m listening, I hear you, and I’m so grateful.
Also, my biggest fear is how I will handle being treated differently. Your defense is nothing to apologize for. Anti fat bias is real and damaging and even dangerous. I hope that your bristling forced some reflection from the people who complimented you. Being wrong doesn’t make someone a bad person. But a good person wants to be better. We should all stop commenting on people’s bodies. It’s not an accomplishment to be thin. It is an accomplishment to meet goals and beam with healthy radiance… which YOU DO.
Wow - I have read your words several times and can't begin to thank you enough for them. What beautiful sentiments and such a powerful statement. I am so happy to know that my video gave some guidance in preparing you for surgery. Please let me know if you have any questions going forward that I can help with.
I’m just over 1 yr post Bypass, March 23rd. I’m 64 and wish I’d done it sooner, I’m 5’ 4” my starting weight was 242 I’m now 148 I feel great, off diabetes and blood pressure meds. I feel like I’m in control now and not the food. Like you, I feel like myself again and the World is my oyster again. I need to drink more water and do more exercise and now that’s do able.
There is a walkable with a backpack, Trail across Spain, called the Camino Frances. There is an infrastructure set up so that you can stay in Alberge at night for like €15. As soon as your hip heals, you might want to check that out.
It is one of my dreams to walk the Camino!
@@nicoleislosingit i’ve done it twice, once in 2012 and once in 2016. Once I went with my sister, and in 2016, I went by myself. It really is for people who like to walk, and amazing journey. I would do it again, if I have the chance.
Congratulations! So glad I came across your video. Thank you for being brave and sharing your journey with us.
You have really inspired me ❤ I saw a few videos before and suddenly one year 👏 you look so beautiful 🎉 you are really meticulous and strict with your number. I’m not like that but I really got aware that I’m not having the gram of protein I’m supposed to get. Thanks a lot and keep on posting FAN #1
I think you are gorgeous! And thank you for being brave and sharing yourself on youtube for those of us about to embark on the same journey.
Great video Nicole! I can't believe it's been a year!! You look great. My stats are similar to yours. I'm 5'3" and the highest recorded weight I've been is 210 (probably higher but I avoided the scale!). My RNY surgery will be in January. Looking forward to your weekly videos!
Glad we can be on this journey together!!!
I am 3 days post op and it's going good sore and feel full all the time .. praying next week I will feel better
I hope you are feeling better! The first week is definitely the toughest.
Thank you! And congratulations! ❤
Wow you're inspirational! I'm scheduled for a gastric bypass on the 22nd of December 2023. I would like to half my weight. You look amazing ❤
Best of luck to you!!!
Wow! Congrats! Great video! 6 years post op here And I'm so glad I documented my journey on my channel! You just got a new subscriber 🧜♀️
You are awesome!
Thanks for sharing! The loose skin is a big concern of mine, but you look great!
Booked in soon - you have given me so much hope! You look amazing and honestly your lack of loose skin has made me feel so optimistic. Thank you and we look forward to hearing about your travels ❤
Thank you for sharing! It's so easy to be critical of oneself but you are doing great and you look great!
Your channel has been so inspiring, my SIPS surgery is tomorrow!! I know everyone’s experience is different but I’m looking forward to what my year after will look like. You look amazing!
I hope all is going well!
Thank you for being so honest! I bet that wasnt easy.
You really look great! I like your attitude about surgery! Thank you for sharing.
I'm 5"1 so my seat in the car or truck is all the way up. Since I've had the lap band the surgeon told me that I would be around 150 ish Well i'm going to prove her wrong!! My goal is 144
I'm 5'9", 300 lbs & I miss walking 🚶♀️. Use 2 walk 4 - 8 miles daily.
How do you get motivated to exercise
I’ve found that I just really like feeling strong. But there are still days when it’s hard to start exercising - on those days I tell myself I only have to do 10 minutes - but I always end up doing more once I get started. It’s the getting started that is the hardest!
You look fabulous!!!
Seriously, Nicole, there is no reason not to wear shorts. That little teeny wrinkle on above your knee is nothing for a woman of 44 years. Ive only lost 60 pounds so far and my arms and legs are much worse, already, than yours. But I will be damned if thats gonna stop me from enjoying swimming or shorts during the summer in the Land of 10,000 Lakes! lol Speaking seriously, though, I truly hope that you are/will consider getting in person counseling. Going toward anorexia by being so numbers focused, rather than being healthy, mobile and flexible, coupled with body dysmorphia are real mental things, as you know, and you need to deal with them before they get out of hand. Both are also my fear as well.
You are so right!
P.S. I think that 12 pounds you want to lose are all in your excess skin.
You are lovely and healthy. Congratulate! My surgery is june 17th 2024. I hope i am nearly as successful.
I'm 5'1 1/2". I had a gastric bypass in March of 2023. I will be 8 months post op on the 2nd of November. When you're talking about loose skin, I feel it. I have it too. Basically in all the same places you were talking about. I started out at my heaviest at 209. Now I'm 123. I feel so much better! The loose skin doesn't bother me so much. I just feel like if I ran fast enough and flapped my arms, I might take flight. Lol
Hahahaha!
Bahahaha funny
I am 5'2 and at my highest I weighed 293 lbs. Currently I am around 280. I am scheduled for Gastric Bypass surgery on August 7th, 2024, and I am watching a lot of videos of people who have had bariatric surgery, and I am finding it helps me so much. Thank you for your videos so much. I know it can be scary to put yourself out there and be so open and honest, but I am so grateful. Also, more and more with watching these videos I understand why a psych evaluation is part of the approval process, so much of my eating has been emotional and related to my mood and my mental health, so be kind to yourself regarding your body dysmorphia. You are looking at yourself and even though the outside has changed that doesn't necessarily automatically change what you reach for to comfort you or why, which can be, like me, food. You are doing great!
Thanks for sharing your experiences
I’m scheduled for July 30, 2024
How did your surgery go today?! You got this!!! 👏
You have done a lot of hard work! My surgery is in 14 days and your videos are so positive and real, appreciate you.
I hope your surgery went well and that you are recovering!
I pray your Surgery Journey is a wonderful one..i had my vsg May 21,2015 ..I lost 166 pounds.. 😊😊😊😊😊..Its a mind thing to stay on track..You can Do it!!!😊😊😊😊
I've enjoyed your video. I've been cleared of my insurance to have surgery I'm 5'3 at 274 my idea goal is 120 I hope and pray I do as good as you did. And pray that my health gets better with this surgery
I truly admire your honesty in showing the world 🌎 who you are. ❤️
Please take the time to celebrate your body! It has served you well, it’s worked hard to get you where you have guided it, it’s beautiful and so are you! Please practice grace because I don’t think you give yourself enough credit. You’ve achieved in a year what many of us strive for for decades. I pray that you find peace and happiness with your body, after all it is “Your” home, it’s where you live every single day and it’s what has gotten you to 44 years of life! Love you! ❤
You are so right! Thank you for your kind words. :)
Thanks for your words of grace and caring. It has helped me a lot. I'm going to print it out and put it on my Inspiration Wall. Blessings to you @MrsLoya-er8nl 🦋
Thank you so much for sharing. I think you look amazing and beautiful. I am 5’3 and weigh 226. I am currently working on getting ready for RNY. I can’t even imagine that I could be a size 2-4.
I agree with you to want to rather spend your money on travel than a tummy tuck.
My RNY is tomorrow! So happy. Your doing great!
I'm in the process of being cleared for surgery. Thanks for being so open and honest.
Thank you for sharing your story. So much good information. I'm thinking about the surgery for myself and now have many questions answered. Your skin doesn't look bad at all. But you have to be happy with yourself. I'm 69 and hoping I'm not too old for the WLS. I'll keep watching for your videos. Thank you again for your smiles too.
By this time (Sep 2024) you may be hobnobbing around Europe so you may not see this comment, but I firmly believe that nobody who ever meets you will focus on your skin. They will focus on the sparkle- in your smile, in your eyes, and in your personality. Thank you for sharing your stories- they are so helpful!
I am about the same weight now where you started. I love your videos. You are so real and funny. I was approved recently for Bariatric Surgery for October 1st 2024. Im excited for new chapter in my Life. I have a 3 yr old granddaughter I am looking forward to running around with. You look amazing. You should be so Proud of yourself and all you have accomplished. Try not to focus on the numbers on the scale for you are so much more than that. God Bless! 💗🙏🏻✨🦋
You’ll feel so much better after recovering from a hip replacement. Recovery will be so much easier 100 pounds lighter!
That is so true!
You are gorgeous girl! Thank you for your transparency, you are an inspiration!
Your journey has been very inspiring! Thank you for sharing! My best wishes go out to you for reaching your goals. You look amazing. In listening to your story, I felt like I was looking into a mirror and telling my own tale. You gave me hope! ❤️
I'm so glad I found your channel! I'm 16-months post-op & have been at my goal since my 1-year anniversary. Thank you for being so honest about your moments of struggle! It's been so difficult to find someone else verbalize the same issues I've been having. It helps me to breathe knowing I'm not the only one!
That is so amazing that you have stayed at goal this whole time! Congrats!
Your channel helps me immensly. I`m going into surgery this monday 11th of march. And i started cryin when you said your beeing treated better, and the doctor treats you better. My whole life has been me with my head hung down because people have always treat me like crap. It would be amazing to be treated a bit more with respect now. Thank you for everything.
You’ve got this! Head high! I wish you all the luck tomorrow. :)
I also had a bypass March 11th and feeling great
112lb is fine for your height. I was between 94-116lb and I am also quite small at 5ft 2. I was that weight for years until I had my last child.
I’m on a diet to reach that weight again because it’s the weight I felt most comfortable as.
Do you wear any compression clothes or do regular clothes usually do the trick?
Hello !! Who much do you eat now ? I have 1y 3 m post op and I eat 180gr at a meal and I don t know it s okay. I m curious how much do you eat 🥹
Your awesome as far as your hip , just think you will be the bionic woman😊👍🥰
It is sad that society and even the medical world treat you better if you’re thinner.
I’m so happy for you. You look great.❤ Started at 250lbs, I’m 4 months post op 5’4 191lbs goal 150, 41lbs to go wish me luck.
You're doing great!
Good luck
Not had surgery but was anorexic as a teen and at 40 my skin is still like this
Enjoy your achievements and stop stressing over loose skin and wrinkles….. battle scars they are…. The truth is that nobody cares so wear your shorts and swimsuits and enjoy your next 40+ years! You did good 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Congratulations you look amazing! Im 3 months out and just now feeling "normal" after adjusting post op. I too had trouble with constipation and I asked my Nutritionist if she recommended probiotics and she said yes. I got the Dr. FORMULATED PROBIOTICS FOR MOOD (I was irritable at the time). And I havent had trouble with constipation since! 💩
I'll have to try that! Thanks for the recommendation!
Newbie. Love ❤ your sense of humor 🤣 . Don't have a date, but will be having a sleeve.
My main concern: hair loss. My hair is already thin [on top].
Just prep your mind that you will likely lose some more hair, but it will grow back to your current level if you focus on protein and overall nutrition.
As far as protein goes, we need to consume .3 grams per pound. So a 200-pound person should consume 60 grams a day of protein. Sounds like you may have an excess of protein intake?
Nope, not an excess. After gastric bypass, you don’t absorb nutrients/macros the same. We need more. That’s why I work very closely with very skilled and knowledgeable surgeons and registered dietitians for my nutritional needs.
Could the loose skin actually be the last little bit of weight you want to lose?
Definitely could be!
You look amazing 🤩 how long did it take your kidney stones to disolve,??Im asking because they recently found some and want to do surgery but all appointments booked 2 months
It took about a month. We aren’t sure if it was just the one of it there were a few, but they weren’t fun! I’m so sorry you have to deal with them.
Hang in there. Thank you so much for all that you share with us.
I understand your feeling. I have felt them too.
Nicole! I am so glad I found your channel. I just started my journey. Surgery was 11-3 for me. You are absolutely adorable. I can’t wait to watch your travels.
Awww - thank you!
Why did your hair fall out? Mine is as well. I drink no soda, never did. The last time I flew I did need the seatbelt extender. Investigating gastric sleeve as we speak.
When your body goes through a trauma like a big surgery and then the fast malnutrition, your body has to decide what areas to devote resources to, and our hair follicles aren’t deemed that important. So our telomeres release their hold on our follicles and the hairs fall out. It takes a bit for our bodies to calm down and accept the new normal. It took about 9 months for my hair to stop falling out. Not fair and not fun - but it’s growing back really well now!
Hi Nicole! Thanks for continuing to share your weight loss journey with us. I’m four months out and I totally get that body dysmorphia! We had to take grade-level teachers’ photos for the yearbook on Friday, and it wasn’t until I compared a picture of me from a year ago and with that picture that I finally saw a difference. The numbers have changed in four months but when I look down at myself, I don’t see any difference. It’s bizarre! You’re doing fantastic! I hope to get to where you are in a year. Ngl, I hate focusing on numbers but I don’t think I’m hitting protein and water intake goals….and what the heck?!?! My hair is now falling out! I’m so afraid I’m going to go bald! I bought sugar bear hair vitamins, shampoo and conditioner for hair loss and minoxidil! Lol! When will it stop falling out? 😳😂
You should be super proud of your hard work! You EARNED that new confidence, girl!! Can’t wait to see your world travels! Low key jealous over here(Northern California)! 😁
Take care!
Annette
Thank you, Annette! The hair loss is hard but it does stop! Mine finally slowed at about 9 months post-op, which felt like a lifetime. But it is growing back so fast now! And the re-growth seems so much healthier.
Congratulations Nicole on 1 year!!! I'm on my 3 week liquid diet surgery 11/14/23 !! Had lap band before !!
You've got this!
Impact on your libido?
Nicole, you are an inspiration. It’s been almost 3 months since my weight loss surgery. My biggest fear is not losing the weight. I eat about 1000 calories a day and this is a worry. It seems too much. But I get hungry. I do exercise by walking for 30 minutes twice a day and I take exercise classes 3 times a week. I understand why you memorize calories and protein content of everything. They want us to stick within such strict guidelines and we do want to be successful, so naturally, we track food closely. You’re doing great and I hope I can too. I’m down 35 lbs from 214lbs at 5’1”.
It sounds like you are doing amazing! My nutritionist gave me a calorie goal of 1000/day at around 3 months I believe - and he said to add more if doing more exercise, so it sounds like you are doing what you should be doing!
you look fabulous in your bathing suit
Awww, thank you!
You look great! And thank you for your transparency.
I have seen some of your videos.. I will try to watch all of them. I'm 5.3 toll and 225 lbs.... I'm thinking 🤔 of getting this surgery dine. I have friends who had it done and have opposite opinions of it... some of my friends think been 225 it's not bad compared to people who are really heavy. I have to thing only of myself at this point. My osteoarthritis is way to bad.. I will need knee replacement as well and I have been told to lose weight to get that done anyways. I love the way you talk.. look and inspire others. Thanks for sharing this woth us.
🎉❤ new subscriber
Congratulations! You've done such a great job with your tool.
Thank you very much!
I need 114 grams of protein as I am 56 years old. My surgeon said 100 grams per day !! Women need higher amounts of protein
You are gorgeous! I'm at the very beginning of "the process" and so excited to complete the surgery. Your video really inspires me. I can't wait to get where you're at. Best to you😁
Thank you for your honesty about the whole process. I am thinking of doing a gastric sleeve. I am 5'2" and 224 lbs. I am 56 yrs old am starting to have health concerns. Your channel is very informative. Thank you!
Girl wear shorts I've always worn shorts and bathing suits
I have a gastric bypass on June 5th and at my heaviest I was 305 I have lost 40 lbs. however I am 5’9. But I too feel you with the body dismorphia because I have always been small. Then got sick and put on tons of weight and so I literally weigh myself everyday several times a day even after meals. And it’s mentally so much more than those who don’t suffer with it see to the eye. Congratulations on your journey and victories
Thank you! Your channel is so helpful. I appreciate your openness and your attitude so much.
❤
So happy I found your channel, I look forward to watching your videos in the evenings. My RNY is in 3 1/2 weeks -- you've helped me so much! I'm watching in chronological order, so I hope you've gotten your hip fixed! 😉
She is so real and brutally honest and beautiful and her smile is just amazing ❤❤❤
You are so kind!
Congratulations! You look great!
Thank you so much!!
I am 3 weeks post op. Even though I’ve lost like 13 lbs, I feel like I will be the one person who won’t lose weight… is that fear normal?
Oh my gosh, yes! I was so afraid that I wouldn't lose a pound or only lose like one pants size. Totally normal fear to have!
I saw from Glamzilla lost her hair when she got gastric bypass surgery and so I’m already looking at and thinking about what haircuts I might get when I get gastric bypass surgery too. You are bright and beautiful and I’m proud of you and all your accomplishments. Thanks for being so real and sweet. I’m only 4’8” so I got some issues with how small I’m “supposed” to be, so I feel ya
I just had my surgery 2 days ago
I hope all is going well!
Try to eat savoury, salty food from whole vegetable & fruit. Here is one recipe. Start with browning yellow onions in some oil until yellow. Add garlic. Add water to cover cut carrots. Add broccoli. Add zucchinis, green leafy veg. or more veggies you like. Add more water. Add salt, spices* (cumin & pepper,...), ... freeze daily bags. Every day take 1 bag. Get a can of sardines or tuna or macherel. Cook 3 min. by squashing them. Eggs can be the protein substitute. Add to the veggies.
*i like tarragon.
Sounds great! I'll have to give this a try!
Try to get help for body dysmorphia and look at how far you've come because you look great. Don't be so hard on yourself. Congratulations 🎉
You're so brave for showing your loose skin and it seems like you overcame a mental obstacle! Congratulations on your weight loss!!
WooHooo Let's Gooo!!! Love seeing the journey. Excited to see where my RnY journey takes me. Keep up the great work!!!
You should not be weighing everyday at all! I know I did that when I had the lap band!! It messes with your head!!! toss out the scale weigh only at the doctors
I think Noom messed me up - they recommended daily weigh-ins and now I have it in my head that I need to do that. It does mess with your head!
Thank you, you’re wonderful and I appreciate your vulnerability. Something that has helped me with body dysmorphia and body image is body neutrality, lots of great stuff online about it. Also if this helps you at all, I’ll share my stats right now. I’m only 3 inches taller than you and I’m 230, however because of my body composition and muscle I’m a size 14/16 L/XL. I say this to provide an example on why specific numbers aren’t as important. You’re dietician is right, try not to weigh yourself. You’re going to be uncomfortable and distressed at first but eventually you’ll get used to the discomfort. Good luck to you
Very good advice - thank you!
Thanks Nicole! You look amazing🎉. I am 6 months post op and just plateau at 175 lbs. Same starting weight as you. However, I'm 5'6. Looking forward to lose some more in the coming months. Ah and hip surgery is not bad at all I had my right hip replacement 7 years ago. If I need yo do it again ai will do it sooner there was a lot of pain. My daughter had both replaced she developed avascular necrosis after chemotherapy and she's only 35. Take care and thank you for your so helpful videos. Good luck!
Your poor daughter! I hope things are going better for her. I'm glad to hear about your experience with hip replacement - makes me feel better!
How old are you?
45 :)
When I had the lap band we burped when full!! So understand that
i am hoping to have surgery in 6 months. I think you look really good. I am glad your sharing your story and you did give me some good tips.
You look really really young now Nicole. Congratulations 🎉
Congratulation to the weight loss. I'm 5'6" when I started going to a bariatric center in October I was 363 lbs. Currently I'm at 315 just from using a food tracking app with guidelines set by a dietician until I can have the surgery. Initially my Doctor and I was trying for a duodenal switch surgery. However, that's the only bariatric surgery my Insurance doesn't cover. They have re-submitted for Rouen-Y Gastric bypass, should hear back with a surgery date within a week or so. Glad I found your video's to get an Idea of what to expect with Gastric Bypass.
You are doing amazing! And that’s a great sign that you will do well post-op since you are already building the good habits. :)
Girl, don’t get yourself sick. Trying to get down to 112 pounds and don’t try to get obsessed with it either because you’re going to run yourself crazy.❤
So true!
Thank you for being so brave. Congratulations on your achievement 👏 🎉
I didn’t know you are in Utah, it is beautiful. You definitely seem happier, congratulations on all the hard work.
Yes! Thank you!
How long after the surgery till you could eat "normal"?
About 6 weeks after I could eat whatever my body tolerated. But I couldn't tolerate bread for a few months after that and then it was about 6 months by the time rice didn't upset my stomach/feel too uncomfortable. I stayed away from sugar until about 3 months post-op, but was fine with it when I finally tried it again. I would say that by 6 months post-op I was eating "normal" again.
I really appreciate your videos. Your honesty and openness about how your journey has affected you. Thank you!
I had gastric bypass in the middle of May, so almost 6 months in, and can really relate to so much of what you have/are going through!
I am so happy to have you on this journey with me!
Dear Nicole, you are so brave! Thank you for this vid. I watched a few of your videos and have been inspired. I had gastric bypass 4 days ago and I hope that I will be as brave as you. In a lot of pain right now but I look forward to my new life. Thanks for the amazing advice! Can not wait to watch more, good luck with your surgeries and life , A.T xxx
I hope you are feeling better! I’m so glad to have you on this journey with me. :)
You are doing great! I feel everything you are saying. I am 1 1/2 years post op gastric bypass. I had to go to weighing once a month, if that, because the number on the scale was really playing with my mind and affects my mood (not in a good way). My scale, as you mentioned, also fluctuates about 5-7 pounds and has for months. The nutritionist assured me it is normal and our bodies are trying to find its sweet spot after a large amount of weight loss. I did get the metabolism test recently and that really helped me focus on how many calories my body uses and needs per day, depending on my activity. The printout tells you how many calories your body burns at rest, burns with normal daily activities, and burns with 30 mins of a moderate exercise. It tells you what calories to stick between for weight loss and what calories to stick between to maintain your weight. I do put my meals in my fitbit app on and off to check my calories to make sure I am in the "lose weight" range because I hope to get down about 8-10 pounds eventually but also know what calories to stay under to maintain. Since surgery, I have learned that my body needs food to lose weight, which is a hard concept for me because, as an obese person, I always felt that food was the enemy. I do not fear food anymore, which is huge for me. I highly recommend getting the metabolism test if your clinic offers it. They had me wait until I was 1 1/2 years post op to do it just because your body is usually near where you will maintain at at that point. Keep up the good work!!
"...as an obese person, I always felt that food was the enemy." Such true words - OMG! It's like having to make friends with your sworn enemy. So hard!
I will have to ask my clinic about that - I think my PCP mentioned that they do that in her office, too, so I will ask her when I see her next. Great idea - sounds like invaluable information!
You really look good your loose skin looks great my preop. Is on Monday 11/27 gastric bypass 12/12 so I'm excited a bit nervous but can't wait to start this new journey
I hope all is going well!
Welllll, you are amazing! I'm scheduled for surgery in 18 days. You have helped me more than any other single video. I'm concerned about the mental health aspect of losing weight and dealing with the world. Hearing you talk about your struggles let me know we are all in the same boat. (your boat holds many more people than mine at this point) I'm a retired RN and 67 so I understand my experience will be different than a youngster like you. You really are adorable. It was so great to hear how you are enjoying life so much more now. How you let us see your excess skin, or badge of honor, was very beneficial to me. I'm concerned about that, not looks wise but mentally dealing with another body issue. Having you be so modest, but still willing to show us what to expect was appreciated. I can see what you mean about the issues with the excess skin, but balanced with how much more you are enjoying life will hopefully balance out. Thank you for sharing and I'll be watching more of your videos soon!
Thank you so much for your kind words - they really cheered me! I wish you all the best luck in your surgery - I am so happy to have you on this journey with me! Please let me know if there is anything I can help with - you will do great!