Being happy where you are

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I'll be three years post op in October and have lost about 170 pounds.

Still would like to lose another 15-20, but if I never lose another

pound I'd be fine with that. I was a bit unhappy before my tt because of

the hanging skin from my stomach, but have felt much better since I had

it taken care of in April. My thighs need to be tightened up a bit and

I'm still a bit broad in regards to my butt, but a lot less than it used

to be.

It's amazing how vanity has started to set in a bit. I told my husband

that I never considered myself vain, otherwise I never would have gotten

to 378 pounds. Now all of a sudden I'm looking at every wiggle and

jiggle I've got. Was doing that for awhile and now am just so glad that

I'm where I'm at, that I'm healthy and happy and doing things with my

family. I'm also going back to school in September. Something I've been

wanting to do for a long time, but never did because I knew I wouldn't

be able to sit in those desk/chair combos.

Try to look at the whole picture and don't compare yourself to others.

Be proud and happy of your accomplishments. Being jealous of others who

have lost more, etc. won't get you anywhere. Personally, when I read

everyones stories, I'm proud. Proud of all of us for having the strength

to do what we did. You will have your ups and downs, we all do. I hope

you start having more ups soon.

Take care.

Regina Block