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Post by Deleted on Jun 11, 2013 22:53:17 GMT -5
Hi everyone, It is my 6-month anniversary. I had revision from RNY to DS December 10th. I am so grateful for this group you have helped me through ignorance, self-doubt, pain, and sometimes sheer terror. Thank you for celebrating all of my triumphs and milestones - from making it home from the hospital to making it through the day without throwing up. I went into the hospital with marginal ulcers, aching joints, dumping, and planter faceiteitus that was so bad I could barely walk more then a few blocks without pain. I was 240lbs and felt like a complete failure. I was short tempered and unhappy in every aspect of my life. Now 6 months later, while healing has been slow, and food is still a struggle, (I wish I could eat more) I am almost to goal. Never in my adult life have I been in single digit clothing. I can wear 8’s. I see this in print and think who is this? Can’t be me…oh but it is. I can not post the before image... Thank you. Best, Whitney Attachments:
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Post by getupandgo on Jun 11, 2013 23:25:36 GMT -5
Wow, Whit, it seems like you had your surgery just yesterday! Great going!
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Post by Leonie on Jun 12, 2013 1:06:56 GMT -5
Ooooh, look at the way she hooks her thumbs in her jeans pockets!
Seriously, Whit, you have been incredibly brave and strong. I am so glad the scale has been kind to you too. Thank you for all your support and friendship.
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Post by cserwalt on Jun 12, 2013 6:53:33 GMT -5
Wow you look great! Awesome job fellow revisioneesta!  Sent from my HTCONE using proboards |
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Post by bboop on Jun 12, 2013 7:14:22 GMT -5
you look great!
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Post by larra on Jun 12, 2013 9:33:07 GMT -5
Whit, you have traveled a long, hard road, but look where you are now! You look fantastic, and feel so much better. Great job!
Larra
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Post by PrettyGirlBounce on Jun 12, 2013 14:19:22 GMT -5
Sweet Whitney!!! I teared up reading your post because I can relate to it SO much. As you know, I too was in the darkest of dark places before my revision. I know you have dealt with many complications post-op but I am ecstatic to see this picture of you healthy, beautiful and with a big smile on your face. I guess sometimes we are forced to deal with the bad in order to reap the benefits from the good. You deserve nothing but amazing things from here on out. |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 12, 2013 20:10:41 GMT -5
Thanks everyone.
-Larra you rescued me from the OtHer site and really made me think. Invaluable connection.
-Kelly thank you for all of your kind words.
-Leonie it's the inner sas that has been dormant for far to long. I did have my struggles but there are so many that have had it worse. I can always count on you for words of encouragement.
-Lisa Thanks I feel so fortuate to have had Dr. K you know what I mean...so does Leonie
-Christine and BBop thank you too. I feel so good...
Best,
Whitney
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Post by Girlrocker on Jun 15, 2013 0:16:56 GMT -5
WOW, you look amazing! You have been through so much and I'm so glad to hear you finally on the other side of it all, experiencing the joys. I put on my first 8 too, and I was completely slack jawed, I still am, so totally relate to that feeling. Wishing you continued health, forward motion!
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Post by mamadawny on Jun 17, 2013 14:52:22 GMT -5
I'm honestly amazed, and very happy for you. I can't even imagine how you must feel! Knowing myself, in your shoes I probably wouldn't even believe the mirror.
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Post by bagaof4 on Jun 17, 2013 15:21:47 GMT -5
Oh Whitney - I am so happy for you. What a journey you have been through, but it is so good to see you smiling on the other side - The Dark Side, that is!!! You have regained your health and it can only get better from here out!!! Congratulations!
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Post by Deleted on Jun 17, 2013 23:06:22 GMT -5
My heart flows over for all my friends on this site. Thanks so much for the continuing love and support. I am so very appreciative.
Whit
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Post by xr7conv on Jun 18, 2013 8:00:38 GMT -5
Congratulations! We are refined through the fire and come out stronger and purer for the experience. Great job working through it and reaching out to friends for help.
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