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You Saved My Life!!
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ChynaDoll
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Thanks hun! I'm sure u will be able to in no time xxx
ChynaDoll
Member
Thanks darling xxx
chrisa
New Member
I am very well thank you Chyna, nice to know that you have come so far and the visual results are outstanding. You have been fighting demons and overcoming these great hurdles be proud of yourself you are an amazing lady. I know a few mo9nths back you would never have dreamt that you would be here chatting and posting pics of yourself you are a great encouragement to all. xx
ChynaDoll
Member
I've been gone a couple of months but to sign in and see this has really lifted my spirits as I've been having a rough week..
Thank you so much you've given me the push I needed and I hope you're still very well!!
You're right sometimes it feels so surreal that I'm on the other side. I used to get excited about reading people's first 3 months post op etc and now I'm 8 months out and 2 stone shy of losing half my body weight.
Thank you for putting all this into perspective you have noooo idea how much I needed it.
Lots of love
Xxxx
flutterby1966
Well-Known Member
So pleased you are around. It was so heart wrenching and worrying when you wrote your first posts. While I know how you feel on the inside doesn't always mirror how you look on the outside ... All I can say is its good to hear you sound so much more positive and looking HOT!!! Keep hanging around 
femfrankie
Shrinking For Sophie
Chyna you look stunning and have done so well hun I'm really proud of you. I think we all get times like this in our life where we question everything but personally I feel I'm a much stronger person now than I was.. I think my tongue has lost a bit of fat as well. I'm sharper tongued now
ChynaDoll
Member
Hey dolls thanks for the msgs.. A quick catchup for everyone.
Things have been... Iffy if I had to put it into a word lol! I've lost over half a stone in the past two weeks.. I did stall for a little while due to me drinking far too much wine on a weekly basis but I saw it getting out of control and nipped it in the bud before anyone tells me off lol. I know I'm naughty.. Kinda liked the feeling of being tipsy it reminded me of the numbness I used to get from binging so you know that wasn't good.
I didn't tell anyone but I felt I had to tell you guys as you've been the sturdiest of rocks in my darkest days and who knows who it could help. So guys.. Transfer addiction after surgery is very real I'm just glad I managed to stop it on my own before things got crazy!
Onto happier times.. I've got a new job which I've been at for a month now. I love it the environment it's so nice and I'm enjoying being back amongst the hustle and bustle of oxford street. My manger has also put me forward for another job within the company after only 3 weeks which would throw me straight into my dream career and I'm so excited but so nervous and self doubt is kicking my butt. My interview is tomorrow so I'm spending the day preparing as much as possible and trying to centre myself.
My confidence took a knock this past week as I was made to change the colour of my hair even though I was interviewed and hired with it blue and had been working almost a month before being told to change it because 1 manager out of about 7 doesn't like it. I've been doing hair on the side of anything since the age of about 15.. And I've always specialised in colour. My hair was very tasteful and I got so many compliments a day from both staff and the public no exaggeration. So being told to "change because of the way you look" in basic terms.. It put me right back to how I felt at my heighest weight.
Anyway that's all over now.. The chance at this interview was my managers little gift to me as if I get this position not only will I be thrust feet first into my dream career I'll also be able to do what I want with my hair so you can bet I'm fighting looool!!
Eating wise things are great other than being able to eat more I'm still being disciplined and find it easy to go back to basics when I feel myself getting semi out of control. Funny though my "out of control" is touching 900 calories in a day when I could easily top 5000+ this time last year.
I really am learning to be proud of myself and not beat myself up over the small stuff. I really don't recognise the person I see in the mirror everyday so slowly chipping away at my old way of thinking is a challenge.. I do find I can be down for a few days to a week if I'm going through something but I enjoy being able to go out as a distraction from whatever funk I may be in.
Right! So size wise I'm a size 14-16. Sometimes I do have to buy tops in a size 18-20 to accomodate the skin on my arms. They were probably what I hated most about about my body and are still one of the bigger parts but I'm so happy with how much they've gone down and will definitely get an arm lift at some point. My boobs have gone from a 44 JJ to a 34 K which is again mostly skin. My doctor is looking into seeing if I can get a reduction on the nhs as I fit the criteria. They're still really heavy and haven't lost much weight it seems. They're a tricky one I'm not sure what's going on there.
I've included some pictures of my body so far and also a before face shot.. Eeek!
As always I hope everyone is well. I'm sorry I'm not as active as I'd like to be but I do spend time reading through how everyone is whenever I'm here. I hope you are all well.. Mentally and spiritually if you're unable to be physically. I wish those in their pre op stages the best of luck on your journeys and to everyone who has supported me this far I thank you again from the bottom of my heart.
Lots of love
<3
Things have been... Iffy if I had to put it into a word lol! I've lost over half a stone in the past two weeks.. I did stall for a little while due to me drinking far too much wine on a weekly basis but I saw it getting out of control and nipped it in the bud before anyone tells me off lol. I know I'm naughty.. Kinda liked the feeling of being tipsy it reminded me of the numbness I used to get from binging so you know that wasn't good.
I didn't tell anyone but I felt I had to tell you guys as you've been the sturdiest of rocks in my darkest days and who knows who it could help. So guys.. Transfer addiction after surgery is very real I'm just glad I managed to stop it on my own before things got crazy!
Onto happier times.. I've got a new job which I've been at for a month now. I love it the environment it's so nice and I'm enjoying being back amongst the hustle and bustle of oxford street. My manger has also put me forward for another job within the company after only 3 weeks which would throw me straight into my dream career and I'm so excited but so nervous and self doubt is kicking my butt. My interview is tomorrow so I'm spending the day preparing as much as possible and trying to centre myself.
My confidence took a knock this past week as I was made to change the colour of my hair even though I was interviewed and hired with it blue and had been working almost a month before being told to change it because 1 manager out of about 7 doesn't like it. I've been doing hair on the side of anything since the age of about 15.. And I've always specialised in colour. My hair was very tasteful and I got so many compliments a day from both staff and the public no exaggeration. So being told to "change because of the way you look" in basic terms.. It put me right back to how I felt at my heighest weight.
Anyway that's all over now.. The chance at this interview was my managers little gift to me as if I get this position not only will I be thrust feet first into my dream career I'll also be able to do what I want with my hair so you can bet I'm fighting looool!!
Eating wise things are great other than being able to eat more I'm still being disciplined and find it easy to go back to basics when I feel myself getting semi out of control. Funny though my "out of control" is touching 900 calories in a day when I could easily top 5000+ this time last year.
I really am learning to be proud of myself and not beat myself up over the small stuff. I really don't recognise the person I see in the mirror everyday so slowly chipping away at my old way of thinking is a challenge.. I do find I can be down for a few days to a week if I'm going through something but I enjoy being able to go out as a distraction from whatever funk I may be in.
Right! So size wise I'm a size 14-16. Sometimes I do have to buy tops in a size 18-20 to accomodate the skin on my arms. They were probably what I hated most about about my body and are still one of the bigger parts but I'm so happy with how much they've gone down and will definitely get an arm lift at some point. My boobs have gone from a 44 JJ to a 34 K which is again mostly skin. My doctor is looking into seeing if I can get a reduction on the nhs as I fit the criteria. They're still really heavy and haven't lost much weight it seems. They're a tricky one I'm not sure what's going on there.
I've included some pictures of my body so far and also a before face shot.. Eeek!
As always I hope everyone is well. I'm sorry I'm not as active as I'd like to be but I do spend time reading through how everyone is whenever I'm here. I hope you are all well.. Mentally and spiritually if you're unable to be physically. I wish those in their pre op stages the best of luck on your journeys and to everyone who has supported me this far I thank you again from the bottom of my heart.
Lots of love
<3
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Yvessa
Well-Known Member
So lovely to hear you're doing so well hon What a difference you have made for yourself! Exciting news about the job; I will cross my fingers for you - must say you are a gorgeous lady - your second pic in particular is HOT!
Transfer addiction is something people don't want to hear about - but there are some crazy stats for us bariatric patients So proud of you for spotting it that quickly - you have gotten so strong.
What a difference you have made for yourself! Exciting news about the job; I will cross my fingers for you - must say you are a gorgeous lady - your second pic in particular is HOT! Transfer addiction is something people don't want to hear about - but there are some crazy stats for us bariatric patients
So proud of you for spotting it that quickly - you have gotten so strong.
chrisa
New Member
You are looking fabulous Chyna, hope the interview goes fab for you. Hair colour is a personal thing but for some people they do not like individualistic ideas. That's a shame but don't let it beat ya down. You are you underneath and may be its time to change into something that s more appropriate for where you need to be for your future, who knows what the long term plan is for you and your life, we live in the here and now and once over that lovely hair colour would have been your main talking point now you have a fabulous body to look at the hair can be toned down if that's what it needs. Onwards and upwards time to fly and you are doing it lady. Soar like an eagle don't just fly like a sparrow aim for the dizzy heights, Eagles go up to the highest point possible and that where you are headed relax enjoy. Spend some me time gazing in the mirror. Take photos and put them on your wall look at them the mirror sometimes tells lies when it owrks with our minds but photos don't you wil see your progress there before and after you will see what we see. xxxx So very proud of you cyber friend xx
ChynaDoll
Member
Hey everyone!!
I've been lurking again the past few weeks and wanted to update but haven't felt up to it.
Feeling a lil better now so.. Hi lol.
I've had a crap couple of months.. I quit my job and worked my last day on Friday. I feel like everything that could have possibly went wrong in the 4 months I was there did and I decided I was just over it.
My Aunt passed away in the beginning of July exactly 6 months to the day of my cousin so I've been really down. To be honest this year has had crap written all over it since it started for me but I've tried to stay positive!
I feel like right now I'm being tested and I'm just going to try and keep my head above water once again.
The good news is I've now lost 150lbs taking me from 357lbs (25.8 stone) to 207lbs (14.7stone) which I'm chuffed about because I've worked my butt off. Can't believe I'm only 11 months out and I'm really proud of myself, however, the skin is reaaaaaaally starting to bug me. Now I'm off work I'm going to book an appt with my GP and see if I can get any help with that so fingers crossed as I know what a lottery that is.
Didn't want this to be too long as it's not a very positive post but I'll leave some pictures here so you guys can see what size I'm at now.
Sorry to moan lol and as always I hope all you dolls are doing well <3
I've been lurking again the past few weeks and wanted to update but haven't felt up to it.
Feeling a lil better now so.. Hi lol.
I've had a crap couple of months.. I quit my job and worked my last day on Friday. I feel like everything that could have possibly went wrong in the 4 months I was there did and I decided I was just over it.
My Aunt passed away in the beginning of July exactly 6 months to the day of my cousin so I've been really down. To be honest this year has had crap written all over it since it started for me but I've tried to stay positive!
I feel like right now I'm being tested and I'm just going to try and keep my head above water once again.
The good news is I've now lost 150lbs taking me from 357lbs (25.8 stone) to 207lbs (14.7stone) which I'm chuffed about because I've worked my butt off. Can't believe I'm only 11 months out and I'm really proud of myself, however, the skin is reaaaaaaally starting to bug me. Now I'm off work I'm going to book an appt with my GP and see if I can get any help with that so fingers crossed as I know what a lottery that is.
Didn't want this to be too long as it's not a very positive post but I'll leave some pictures here so you guys can see what size I'm at now.
Sorry to moan lol and as always I hope all you dolls are doing well <3
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chrisa
New Member
You are looking great Chyna. S o good to hear from you. WE can all be negative and have rough times you have done absolutely fabulous. Well done you. Death is a sad part of life we have to deal with and being tested also. The positive is that you have lost sooo much and look fabulous. Try and look at the good things you will find there is more good than bad. Stay strong you will be fine xx
Salliebeth
New Member
Looking fantastic chyna!!!! Well done!!! Sorry to hear about your low times, but keep your chin up, if you have got through all this so far, surely things can only get better!!??? Good luck!!
Love sal xxx
Love sal xxx
femfrankie
Shrinking For Sophie
Chyna you are one stunning lady. Well done and good luck with getting plastics
ladyluck14k
Member
wow you look amazing Chyna, what a transformation! Ive got real hair envy going on here too!
ChynaDoll
Member
Update!
They won't fund my plastics lol. My BMI is 31.8 they want it to be 25-28 for a year. Decided to do it all abroad cos I think their guidelines are ridiculous and totally see why The British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons is tying to get them changed. Now the search begins *sigh*
They won't fund my plastics lol. My BMI is 31.8 they want it to be 25-28 for a year. Decided to do it all abroad cos I think their guidelines are ridiculous and totally see why The British Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons is tying to get them changed. Now the search begins *sigh*
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