Robin's Story - Page 16 - ThinnerTimes

Gladitsme · 03-27-2006, 05:56 PM

Yeah Robin! I'm so happy to see you say you're going for a ride with Chris. I know that was a really important goal for both of you.

LisaBoston · 03-27-2006, 07:53 PM

Robin...you are great...I am having a tough day today as I only lost 3lbs in the past 10 days, but reading your post today makes me feel like I will get there someday. I am normally such a positive person, but when it comes to weight loss - I have always failed, thus its really hard to get my head around the fact that I will be successful. On the days that I have WOW moments, I can see it clearly, other days - not. Thanks for your refreshing posts that make a fat girl think there is hope for her.

PS: congrats on the size 16 and the wonderful weight loss...you truly are an inspiration to me.

Realtor Linda · 03-27-2006, 09:16 PM

Robin, I am so happy for you! I agree with Lisa, you are so inspiring to so many of us (even when you have your rough days). You have done so well and are right on the mark...thanks for sharing all that you do! Now on another note..............girlfriend, bobbin the head.....you have made good true honest friends here. I know you love your "at home" girlfriends to, but know you can tell us anything. We will ALWAYS be there for you. No jealousy here...just encouragement and hopefully, sometimes a little help FOR you too!
I love you, WE ALL LOVE you....congratulations and keep up the good work pussycat!
Linda

eyesthatkissu · 04-18-2006, 11:11 AM

LOL Cin.... Isn't it funny?? Most of what I go back and read through is funny, inspiring, and I am soooo glad I had this place to write it all down and such wonderful people to share it with! So now.... as you my beautiful friend have bumps... you know I've been there too! We all have.... love you!

Blueyz · 05-21-2006, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by eyesthatkissu

Saggy skin blows! My boobs look like slinkies, and ones like an inch droopier. I can fold them in half like a piece of paper. My stomach is just gross, all saggy and flat with a bazillion stretch marks. It gets terrible rashes. I have to put a cotton ball in my belly button to keep it from getting a rash too. My inner thighs are super icky. Huge bat wings that wave hello constantly. My husband said, "Don't worry honey you can't see all that when your clothes are on." So that means HE DOES SEE IT! The other day I had a break down in the shower. My hair is still falling out. Tons of it. It looks about three inches shorter because all the bottom long layers fell out. I hate how slow the scale moves. I hate how I can eat anything I want too, and REALLY have to concentrate on making good choices. I hate how I still feel super fat and like a cow. All that being said.... I AM SO HAPPY!!!! This has been the best experience of my life! I am about 40 pounds to goal. I'm pushing to be there by July/August. The other day one of my Park Lane Directors told me, "YOU had gastric bypass?? I never would have guessed you would have ever needed it!" What a compliment! I have tons of energy! I can do so many more things. I'm so looking forward to taking the boys to Disneyland and then my Vegas trip with my husband! I had my six month with Kelly, and I'll just have to see how the blood work comes out. I can't imagine anything is off because I feel like a million bucks! Even with all the saggy skin, and going bald n stuff, it's still the best thing I have ever done! All you new people... don't get discouraged because someday, you'll feel like this too!

You look like a million bucks!!!

coptergirl · 05-21-2006, 04:50 PM

Naw - you look like a gazillion bucks!!! We love you, Robin!!!

LisaBoston · 05-22-2006, 07:27 PM

Robin...just loved your post - You say it like it is! Thanks for the post to remind me that we are not all alone in this!

coptergirl · 07-07-2006, 09:17 AM

We must see a picture of this gorgeous dress to go with the gorgeous gal!!! Hey - I bough a size 14 pair of Capri's this weekend, too

A few weeks ago I bought a pair of dressy capri's in an 18 that fit in the store. I hung them up and realized I had no shirt or shoes to go with it, and dang it if I didn't have to go shopping again!! Well once I found the shirt and shoes to match, I tried the pants back on and they fell down. I went to exchange the pants for a 16, and proceded to wear the outfit yesterday only to find that the 16's are also to big (yes...I took them off to double check the size), and that I will have to go back yet again to get 14's!!! I just love life, too, Robin!!!!

Blueyz · 07-07-2006, 07:10 PM

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I know I've been a bit absent from the forum. Just going through a little emotional upheaval. But I had something positive to share! First of all.... I bought my first pair of size 14 Capri's. Real size 14, not stretchy! lol That felt great! Everyone that called me that day heard about it! Huh Dale? Huh Bridge? LOL All of my undies n stuff now.... an XL or L. My bra is finally re-sized at a 40D or 38D. I can fit into just about anything at any store I want! Hubby bought me this super hot dress, VERY sexy, from Macy's. The Ruby Rox collection. We're talkin Hillary Duff here!!! LOL And it's a large. I can not express how good that feels. The big thing though was going to the fair. For the first time since I was a like 20, I went as not MO. It was fabulous! I walked everywhere..... for 14 hours! Went on the Ferris wheel even! Pre-op... we didn't stay at the fair for more then 5 hours.... before I was exhausted and sweaty and ready to go home... Even the kids told me to slow down! It was such a different experience I can't even explain it. Before surgery I was waiting to LIVE. I sat in the background and watched everyone else live their lives. I'm finally alive... and it feels pretty darn good!

You go girl!!!!
I am thrilled for you. When is the next bling gathering?

LyndasRoom · 07-07-2006, 08:54 PM

OMG Robin! What an inspiration...my pre op experience mirrors yours...surgery is Tuesday...I CAN'T WAIT!