It makes me sick that someone would say those things to you. I have been watching your videos from video #1 (I am on this video currently). I am having the sleeve done on me tomorrow and you have been so encouraging, informative, well spoken, and most of all real. It has been wonderful seeing you transition into your new life physically, emotionally and spiritually. I plan on posting to your channel when I get through all of your videos to juat thank you for everything. God bless you and thx!
Some people can be so mean its none of their business how you get healthy or motivated just leave the girl alone . everyone loses weight in different ways just because she did it through surgery doesnt take away from her achievements any less people just stop judging others and be happy with your self .
Congratulations to you! Might those judging keep their negative thoughts to themselves! You are giving us helpful information and not claiming this is the answer for everyone! So celebrate your success! So sad their are such mean people out there that can try to take away happieness from others! Thankfully God celebrates with us! He is smiling at those like you!
YOU JUST MADE MY WHOLE DAY AFTER WATCHING THIS...YOU ARE AMAZING AND I'M SO HAPPY I STOPPED HERE TO WATCH YOU...I'M SEEING THE DR. IN A FEW DAYS AND WILL BE STARTING THE PROCESS FOR A VSG...THANK YOU.
Thank You so much for your videos! It gives others an idea of what the "process" and "journey" is for WLS people! I find the videos very informative and you are correct, the haters don't understand that if it could have been "fixed" without surgery then it would have happened, but it didn't and that is why WLS is a tool!
I am happy to hear that you are a Christian now, That is awesome! Depend on HIM for your guidance with your life, eating, tweeking your diet, etc. HE can help you thru it all!
the person that made that comment is scared of surgery, they are in the stage of still being able to do something about it ie diet. You and me for that matter, I will have surgery in Dec or Jan, 12, had come to the point where you realized that diets don't work and the surgery was the best answer for you....and me...I also have PCOS and have struggled with my weight for my entire life, for me the surgery is a last resort to gain back my health. I feel I have a right to choose to be healthy.
I just started watching your vids from the beginning of your journey and I'm shocked by the "haters" comments!! ANYONE who's actually watched your videos knows you've been very vocal about dealing with the head/emotional part of over eating, carbs & addictions!! You've been extremely helpful & motivating!! I'm going to continue watching the rest of your vids, please don't stop making them!! I also subscribed to you. You've made a huge impact on me and I'm sure many others!! Thank you!! Julie
I am sorry you had to go through having those negative comments. I don't understand why people are so full of hate and judgments. You did what is right for you and what is right for many, many people. You are encouraging and motivating a lot of people and you are doing a great job. Thank you.
Wow, how rude that someone would post nasty things when all you are doing is helping others. I had wls a little over a month ago & you have been a great help to me. You have a done much better than I have but I'm still trying. I'm so glad that you stayed positive after that person was so rude. Please keep up the good work & keep the videos coming. F*** the jealous bitch hates on those of us fortunate enough to have the courage to change our lives it's much harder than it sounds. She obviously d
The person that posted nasty comments is rude bitch. If they are so amazing and motivated.. why the muffin top. You did what was best for you. Forget the tools, there are too many to count. Nice work!!! Keep it up!!
GOOD FOR YOU !! Kelawanda, the person that is posting those comments is noticebly a very unhappy fat person noone needs he negative comments she is watching tooo much TV (looser) who is she to judge?, she provably dont have the money to do the surgery even if she wanted, please dont pay attention to her, we all have the maturity to make our own judments. you are giving her too much attention, you are a fighter and you're brave enough to do something about making a difference in your life.
Kell, You could give all your money to the poor and forfeit your life in humble servitude to those in need and then finally die by running into a burning building to save a child. And still, people would hate you for it. No matter who you are or what you do people will be hateful given the anonymity of the internet.
As much as possible let those that love you mold your life and not those that hate you.
You don't owe anyone any explanations. You bought yourself many more years of life by doing the surgery. Had you remained heavy, you would have incurred all the co-morbid diseases that most obese Americans have when they do NOTHING about themselves. By the way, when you work in the substance abuse community, most of those managers have substance abuse problems in their own families and/or in their own families, or they have some big time control issues, so don't take what they say, personally.
I think you're doing a great job. The people that are making the negative comments are ignorant and jealous because they probably don't have a good enough job that provides adequate insurance to cover the surgery or they just don't have insurance nor the money to pay for it. If they don't want to have the surgury, they don't have to.. they are too stupid to realize that their is a choice and if their choice is not to have surgery, then they don't have to. Die Haters!!!
wow you look so different! i don't think sharing your story is wrong at all. i have been overweight all my life, even as a fairly active child i was always chubby. i enjoy listening to your videos. you're informative and honest and i love that!
I am just starting on my search and I'm 80% certain that I want to have the surgery. I am very lucky to have people like you who post their video and share their journey. God Bless you and thank you for showing that not only do prejudices exist pre-surgery, there are prejudices on the other end.
I am so glad that you are posting this. People who don't know how it is to struggle with your weight for years can't talk. You go through so much b4 your surgery date just to qualify for this. I am glad that I chose surgery, while still working out, I am gaining muscle. To each its own. Keep up the good work. The Haters wil still hate.
the person who said that is obviously jealous because she obviously tried to get surgery and obviously failed at it. dont listen to that loser asshole.
the one person here was that person who sent u bad letters.
the person who said that is obviously jealous because she obviously tried to get surgery and obviously failed at it. dont listen to that loser asshole.
I say good for you! People can be so mean-spirited - I think jealously has a lot to do with it! If I could afford surgery, I would do it too! I think you look beautiful and better n better in each video! Ppl don't understand there is still a tremendous amount of discipline involved, even when you have surgery. Congrats and hold your head high and be proud of your accomplishments!
I say good for you! People can be so mean-spirited - I think jealously has a lot to do with it! If I could afford surgery, I would do it too! I think you look beautiful and better n better in each video! Ppl don't understand there is still a tremendous amount of discipline involved, even when you have surgery. Congrats and hold your head high and be proud of your accomplishments!
I bet if people are seeing you as smaller, but you're gaining a bit, the descrepency is caused by you losing fat, and gaining muscle. Good for you!! I'm sure you know this, but, it's always nice to hear it from strangers =))
Anyone who calls someone a "lazy ass" is just uneducated and uninformed. It's just plain insensitive! Noone should judge others unless they have been in their shoes! You keep up the good work You are doing hun,congratulations! I am on a weight loss journey myself,doing it the natural way. But that is what works for Me,I don't judge those who have surgery or whatever! Getting healthy is a personal thing,whichever way You need to!
It's so weird to me that you are making this video addressing the haters. I say that because today is the first day I start watching your video because a friend of mine put gastric videos up. And I watched 4 of your videos thinking to myself, "Boy, she is a tuff ass! She is so military and lawyer like in her attitude and I know she is going to do well". LOL. Well good luck, you look great. I just prey you LEARN how to eat well. I have not watched enough of your videos to see if you have.
Well I will say that everyone I know who had the surgery, while they are not at their start weight, they have gained their weight back. My sister was and still is an alcoholic and have many problems BEFORE the surgery that she did not deal with. WHY SHE WAS EATING SO MUCH IS SOMETHING SHE DID NOT DEAL WITH, so she gained the weight back. Not all 450 pounds, but she is back at 320lbs. THE THING I DON'T LIKE ABOUT THE SURGERY IS THAT THE PEOPLE DON'T LEARN HOW TO EAT CORRECTLY.
i just got this surgery and im a bit scared because i dont know how to eat or what to eat and people have such rude comments. so trust me i know about the haters aswell.
I appreciate your candidness and forwardness...and the willingness to open up and share your experience with others...as well as how you have changed--physically, emotionally and logically. Just because you had the courage to change yourself for the better doesn't make you lazy or crazy, it gives you character--because you were willing to look within yourself and see what it was that caused your thinking....you took charge and have reprogramed yourself. BRAVO. You can't please everyone.....
Hi there. I actually made a youtube account to write you. I have watched all of your videos and have watched you change. Im going through the process of having the gastric bypass done, i am scare sh**less to do it, but I have failed alone sooooooooo many times. I just didnt know if you could give mesome advice, thank you : )
Hi there. I actually made a youtube account to write you. I have watched all of your videos and have watched you change. Im going through the process of having the gastric bypass done, i am scare sh**less to do it, but I have failed alone sooooooooo many times. I just didnt know if you could give mesome advice, thank you : )
I personally enjoy reading about your journey. And it is just that, YOUR journey. Thank you for sharing, you are eloquent, well spoken, and brutally honest about things some people would be mortified to discuss in public. Don't worry about the negativity, it's your body, it's your life. Peace to you.
I am 3 weeks out, so I feel this person is speaking to me as well when she makes comments like that to you... With pre-op I am down 56 pounds...I chose the surgery, and it is not the easy way out for sure. It is a tool that I am choosing to use, as did you. This "person" sounds like a miserable jackass that is all the things she claims we are, and is trying to cast dispersions on us for having the courage ( and the money) to do what they cant. I am proud of my decision to be a WLS patient!
You don't ever have to justify yourself. Keep on going I love watching. I know your story I have lived it. I ended up with obesity related cancer because of polycystic ovarian syndrome and I have lost the weight time and time again. I just took a tool that I was offered and I had surgery just as I did when I had cancer. It is NO different! God bless you and let haters hate they have no idea sista!!!!!!! I started at 295 lost down to 268 pre op. I am 8 days post op and am down to 260.
Bravo to you Kellawanda for your calm, but assertive response to uninformed, unconstructive and mean-spirited commentary. Funny, if a there was brain surgery that would help alcoholics to drink less, no one would raise an eyebrow.
You are so smart and thoughtful in all of your videos! People who gave you such negativity are ridiculous. You don't need to justify yourself. Some people have no idea that getting the surgery still requires tons of hard work! But no matter what avenue someone takes to be healthy we should all be happy for each other. You've done a terrific job and I'm grateful that you continue to share your journey!
Thanks Kellawanda. This post is speaking to me...you've really helped me make my decision. I'm proud of your success. Thanks for sharing your experience. Best Wishes.
bloody hell if it works why should,nt you get surgery. dont listen to these people i guess everyone has an opinion the ultimate question is are you healthier that is all that matters, the easy way out is doing nothing Having surgery done takes balls and infact is no different to loosing weight naturally , its psychologically the same. you look great. i weigh 125 kilos from 170 kilos . GOOD HEALTH AND HUGS FROM THE UK.
people are SO crazy. go get these HATERS. I have struggled with weight for 30 yrs, on a diet since i was 8. Ive lost 89 lbs, 65 lbs, and 40 lbs every year for the past 5 yrs. Once my weight got up to 285, gaining back 15 more after losing my annual 40, i went for surgery. I am addicted to sugar, so even after surgery 6 weeks now, i have eliminated sugar from my diet. i've lost 40 lbs so far. and i can't wait to see how free i'll be without thinking about this STRUGGLE anymore.
Thanks for addressing the people who have the misunderstanding that surgery is the easy way. For those of us who choose this surgery, it is usually the hardest choice we have had to make. You keep going forward for you are doing this for yourself and your life goal. Haters will always be there but supporters are out there too. You Go Girl!!!
OMG, I can't believe someone said that. What a freak. I think we're all ambasadors for WLS, not that we want everyone to get it, we just show people that it is an alternative that people should consider. You know why you rarely see previous Biggest Loser contestants? Because the VASt majority of them gain a good portion of the weight back.
I think it's awesome that you called them on the carpet.
Jesus Said in Matthew 18:9 "And if your eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to enter life with one eye than to have two eyes and be thrown into the fire of hell."
Gluttony is a sin so I think you were more than justified in getting your surgery. Keep up the good work.
I COMMEND you for your decision. People dont realize that people that have had weight problems all of their lives have tried EVERYTHING! There most likely arent many overweight people that HAVENT tried EVERYTHING that is natural in order to loose weight. When u try and try and go up and down so many times...I dont think that there is ANYTHING wrong with turning to surgery in order to help your health! You are a strong person for getting a public site and sharing ur story. Thank you! God Bless!
omg, yes in deed you have a hater..,, I am a police officer i exercise I eat good and a lot if times yea I lost weight , but I always gain more back. whith that said you go girl you do whats best for you and not the misrable sad lonley chick tring to down you.
this person was probably someone that was not allowed to have the surgery or just someone that does not understand was involved with this surgery...its not just go to a dr and tell them u want this surgery I mean Here in MD where I live is an almost a year of Drs appointments, classes, tests n even therapy before the insurance even consider you as a candidate for this surgery n the worst u most have a life treatnant illness to even be seen by the surgeon
hey girl-- love the video-- fk the haters... people are just jealous, cus you look so good!... anyways-- we miss you.. you should do a little video, just to say hello!-- miss you!
Don't listen to the haters!!! People make their own decisions regardless of what people post and/or read. Just like you said everyone had an opinion and deep down the haters are jealous of your personal growth. NOTHING I have seen from your videos makes me think anything is "easy" regarding weight loss surgery. KEEP ON KEEPIN' ON! Keep posting and allowing others to learn from you. I for one appreciate your post :)
Don't listen to the haters!!! People make their own decisions regardless of what people post and/or read. Just like you said everyone had an opinion and deep down the haters are jealous of your personal growth. NOTHING I have seen from your videos makes me think anything is "easy" regarding weight loss surgery. KEEP ON KEEPIN' ON! Keep posting and allowing others to learn from you. I for one appreciate your post :)
Don't listen to the haters!!! People make their own decisions regardless of what people post and/or read. Just like you said everyone had an opinion and deep down the haters are jealous of your personal growth. NOTHING I have seen from your videos makes me think anything is "easy" regarding weight loss surgery. KEEP ON KEEPIN' ON! Keep posting and allowing others to learn from you. I for one appreciate your post :)
whew thats hard. You know, I had lapband and failed miserablly. I have gained all the weight back. Im now dieting hardcore. People are so ignorant... its not like you have surgery and magically *poof* your thin.
Just wanted to say thanks for the videos...they were informative. Pay no mind to what the haters say...wls is not as easy as everyone thinks, once you get really big you cant be as active as you need to be to lose the weight...wls is a tool to help you get to a weight where it is easier to work out and keep the weight off! I think maybe they hate because they got turned down by their insurance fo thei surgery! lol
These people are such a-holes! I can't believe they said that? Every one is so different, their situations and so much more. Some haters don't get it and they just don't know the story behind whats triggered weight gain for many of us. Don't they understand you're vlogging and sharing your experience with others who are pre-oppers? Keep up your great work of sharing and much love to you!
On your next update, could you show what's left of a remaining surgical scar? If not here, just send a pic if you would. I've already been researching that and am going to try Mederma and possibly ScarAway (sheets simuilar to those in burn injuries) on an older scar to see what it does.
Also, I just watched the 3 month update again, and looking at the most recent ones. No offense to you or anyone that was your bigger size, but in a short period of time, your appearance went from someone I would probably had never noticed to a "hottie". It's impressive.
However just thinking about October 14th makes me nervous. I also thought about doing video diaries, but not sure about that yet.
Been a while since I posted any questions, but I'm now scheduled for my VSG October 14th in Huntington, WV. The head of bariatrics at Marshall University is doing it through the VA, who's covering it. I'm already trying to reason my way out of it lol.
wow...the haters are just hating on themselves...so really to be healthy is the important issue...truely not all over weight people are LAZY ASS' ...there are other health problems that cause a person to be over weight...
i have really enjoyed your videos...helping with wanting to get healthier and maybe on day if able do the surgery...
i have heard +/- on the surgeries but, if YES youve done all you can for the wt loss, to be healthier and they dont work...than go for it if able
wow...the haters are just hating on themselves...so really to be healthy is the important issue...truely not all over weight people are LAZY ASS' ...there are other health problems that cause a person to be over weight...
i have really enjoyed your videos...helping with wanting to get healthier and maybe on day if able do the surgery...
i have heard +/- on the surgeries but, if YES youve done all you can for the wt loss, to be healthier and they dont work...than go for it if able
I just finished week-1 of my own weight loss journey. The challenge is to lose 5lbs per week (this week I actually lost 6!) for 17 consecutive weeks. If you wanna see how Im doing it, my tips and advice, just view my channel. PS - this girl is PURE inspiration! Good luck with your weight loss journeys everyone!
Wow. How hurtful of people to say these things to you... I'm so sorry that you had to read that. I feel that you don't even need to dignify their comments with a response! You are much stronger than me; this is exactly the reason why I haven't told many people about my VSG.
Wow. How hurtful of people to say these things to you... I'm so sorry that you had to read that. I feel that you don't even need to dignify their comments with a response! You are much stronger than me; this is exactly the reason why I haven't told anyone about my VSG.
Well I've seen several of your videos and you're right, you've only encouraged people to take positive action on weight & stated that you wanted surgery - which is well deserved after having lost weight. I also understand what you're saying about the lose some gain some and wind up in the same region bit - happens. Also another point is some skin can't just be lost through exercise/workouts alone, some can in fact just *only be* removed by surgery.Ignore haters anyway :] & keep up the good work!
I'm smiling for you. I think you are courageous! It's so sad that some people have to put others down to make themselves feel better. It's obvious by the responses you read that the person writing them is a negative Nancy and just out to sling someone down! People like that deserve to be ignored! But BRAVO for posting and reading and explaining without attack back!!!! YAY
oh yeah i was gonna tell you since i lost the 200 pounds i just had a tummy yuck 2 weeks ago and it looks soo good....so myadvice to you is you need to experience one as well. i am no longer in any ppain...i would do it all over again.......again you keep doin what your doing you have inspired me with your words so much....again you look awesome and forget what those haters say to you just remember if they had the money and or ins to do what you and i did.then they would do it....
good luck with all that you do.i had the gastric bypass 18 months ago and i lost 200 pounds..it saved my life. you keep doing what you are doing. i am having haters as well like my best friend but i have since cut her lose....keep up you lok great....im proud of you girl.
I want to thank you for all your video's. They have really helped me. I am getting VSG this Monday. I am doing this for myself and to get healthy. I believe from viewing everyone's video's, this is not the easy way out but hopefully will be something that can help me. My sister (yes, my own sister), who also happens to be the same weight as me has become a "hater" and basically has said alot of those neg things as well. Funny though, I don't see her losing the weight on her own. :)
WOW!!!!! Well whom ever posted all those nasty comments is definately not happy with them selves!!!!! On another note, u look great and i am happy u r doing so well. You are one of my inspirations and thank u 4 ur videos......
Wow some ppl are so Judgemental! She should take her Judgemental ass somewhere elase because she hasnt a clue. You owe no one an explaination or an apologise... She clearly needs top apologize to the world for being such a mean hateful biatch!
Thank you for documenting your journey, it has been extremely helpful to me:) I had already committed to having the DS when I found your posts and its great to be able to follow you along your journey and get an idea of what to expect. Also, thanks for sharing all your product finds, etc.
I am sooooo sorry someone felt the need to be sooo rude. I lost over 100 lbs so far (not WLS) but I would NEVER say your decision was wrong and that you are lazy. YOU ARE NOT! I love your videos. You are an amazing person and you have inspired me, maybe not in the WLS aspect...but in life in general. Thank you...
Also for those who disagree with what you did, tell them to mind their own business. If people start using the Bible against you, then as usual, they are being judgemental. Surgery is no different than saving your life with heart surgery or anything else. God uses doctors to heal people all the time, this is no different.
Basically, just tell them to go find a life, is what I say.
Tell us who posted all of that and we'll take care of them.
Whoever posted it is probably just unhappy with their lives, probably 600 pounds themselves or never been overweight before. Ignore them. Don't even respoind to them or give them air time I say.
BTW my surgery consult is on the 1st. As for Biggest Loser comparisons-that's crap because that's a heavily controlled environment. Hopefully soon 1/2 my stomach will be gone too.
Good advice. I think you have been very honest about your motives and struggles. No one has to watch you if they don't agree with you. Some people just live for drama and confrontation. Shrug it off and keep doing what you have been doing. I have enjoyed all your videos.
I am so thankful for my lap band.. I have been up and down all my life. Don't waste your time on people that are not supportive, they are doing it on purpose or have no idea what they are talking about. Everyone of us is different, every story is not the same. Good luck to those with or without. Oh, I got it by the end of the video. Thanks for the videos, I need them.. I have 2 old houses that I am fixing.. good luck!
You have done such an incredible thing. There are some pathetic, miserable people out there who just want to be negative. You don't need to explain your actions to anyone. The person that wrote you needs to work on their own issues, because they obviously have some serious ones. You are a beautiful young lady. To be honest the person is probably jealous of you. You can't reason with people that. My suggestion is don't even try. God bless you.
Sounds like she is a bored, bitter, miserable person with her own insecurities. She probably either doesn't have the insurance to cover it or the money to cover it out of her own pocket. That is what you called closed minded and those types of people arent worth the air they breath! She needs to learn to keep her comments to herself.
p.s. great video, and an awesome....balanced attitude. You had a really level head about this, and you are right... there will always be the nay sayers (no matter what one does in life).
I love how people just have no filter and post whatever they are thinking. I don't think you have posted anything wrong, throughout your WHOLE journey thus far - and you have done nothing but encourage people to try to work on their problems BEFORE going for weight loss surgery (because they will resurface again), and that it should be a last resort... You don't NEED to explain yourself. You're far from being a lazy ass. This person was being ignorant and rude.
It is very easy to judge people when you don't know them, make statements with no information, or conclusions without investigation in the matter..... (or simply they have to much time in their hands and don't know what to do with it.... :) ....) I'm sooooo proud of you sweetheart.....you are an inspiration to a lot of people...... specially to me. ILY
I absolutely loved this video! You have managed to put words to so many of my thoughts and feelings. Funny, when you started listing the various challenges you were facing, I thought...OH NO...that would make me want to eat...;-)) Then you stated...TO ALL HATERS YOU DIDN'T SEND ME BACK TO THE FOOD...AMEN!! What an amazing young woman you are. BTW I love your hair!"
I absolutely loved this video! You have managed to put words to so many of my thoughts and feelings. Funny, when you started listing the various challenges you were facing, I thought...OH NO...that would make me want to eat...;-)) Then you stated...TO ALL HATERS YOU DIDN'T SEND ME BACK TO THE FOOD...AMEN!! What an amazing young woman you are. BTW I love your hair!
This is a great video...seriously, because we always run into people like this. We meaning people in general. I love your key points on surgeons being there to help us heal. It's nice to see you feeling so strong. Every video I see of you, you just seem healthier and healthier so good for you and thanks for this video.
This is a great video...seriously, because we always run into people like this. We meaning people in general. I love your key points on surgeons being there to help us heal. It's nice to see you feeling so strong. Every video I see of you, you just seem healthier and healthier so good for you and thanks for this video.
I live in Toowoomba Australia and am getting my band on the 31st of August. Thank you so much for being so candid. Forget the detractors the proof is on the screen you look wonderful. Go girl !! Rhonda
I watched your 1st video and I love you so I subscribed!! I am 2 months away from getting my surgery date. I think you are amazing and I am glad you have your videos and advice posted. I also have had an obsession and compulsion with food my whole life and have done the yo yo weight/dieting.....I agree with you about the haters! Life is all about being happy. :)
Wow, that person was just an ass! If they ever watched your videos they would know that you promote emotional health, physical health, and activity. You are doing phenomenal and I hope that this ignorant hater does not get you down. I totally motivated my 240 pound butt to run (more like walk) an entire half marathon after watching and really marinating with the video you did on the 12 steps of addiction.
Anyone who thinks that those of us who have weightloss surgery are lazy are totally crazy and obviously uninformed. To truly be successful at the weight loss we all have to watch what we eat, and exercise. Yes the surgery was a tool and you still have to know how to use it to be successful. I am currently out from surgery 10 months and I train in the gym 6 days a week. So obviously we are not all lazy just because we had the surgery.
I have never commented anywhere on the Internet before thus showing how passionate I am about what I am going to say... I have been watching and losing along side you for over a year. I am also a sleever. You have helped me understand and feel validated in my own concerns and issues. I am posting for the hundreds who watch in silent bliss as you share with us and make us not feel alone. I am so proud of you and have unlimited compassion for you through this journey together. Thank you from
The person calling you a lazy ass is a DUMB ass upset and ashamed with his/her own body issues and projecting his/her unhappiness onto someone who did what she wanted and needed to do for herself. Jealousy is a terrible emotion, but it's all his/hers and you don't owe anyone any explanations.
YOU are right on! I look forward to your videos! Keep up the awesome work! you have more support than hate so if they don't want to be happy with their lives that is their decision, You as a counselor know that they are only saying those things because they are so unhappy with themselves that they have to try dig for negative in others to make themselves feel better. THeir loss! Keep smiling!
They are entitled to their oppinion. I disagree I enjoy your videos keep up the good work and you are an inspiration to me. I am 5 months out from surgery. I have lost 56 lbs and 36 in. I have never felt so good I feel healthy and I like my new body. Take Care girl.... thanks
Don't listen to the crazy ass person that sent you those messages. She obviously is not like 'us' who have tried everything and needed a tool to help lose weight in a drastic way, to fix other problems....high blood pressure and diabeties, as in my case. I think she is just mislead and have issues of her own. People aren't nasty unless they have their own underlying issues. Keep your chin up...don't listen to her...you know as well as I do that she doesn't know what she is talking about.
To me it is crazy that some ppl cannot understand that Food Addition is a Real Addition!! Wake up ppl! Before they comment and think they know it all, they first need to Research about food addition and Obsessive Compulsion Overeating!!! It would be easier to be a drug addict in my case just because you can stop using it altogether. With food, you have to take it!
@Bellaella86 Surgery is for ppl who's lives depend on losing large amounts of weight in order to survive!! It is not intended for ppl who are 20, 30, or even 40lbs. It is for ppl who have tried EVERYTHING and still gaining it back. It is not a cure, but more like a support to get their lives on the right track. For most ppl WLS is the Last Resort!
Love ya Girl Don't let the haters get to you. You know what's best for your body! Hugs :o]
You are an inspiration to me. Keep up the good work girl! Whoever says this is the easy way out does not know what they are talking about. I had the VSG and initially lost 53 pounds. I lost my job & went into a horrible depression. It's been over 3 months & I have not lost anything. I am just now starting to get out & be more active & chose food more wisely. Having the surgery does not "loss the weight for you" it's hard work & no easy ride. I'm so pround of you. Keep the Faith.
I absolutely love you! I watch you religiously! That person is just jealous of you because you are a beautiful person all around and they wish they are like you. Like my husband says, if you have haters you are obviously doing something right. :)
ugh ! these comments are simply ignorance masquerading as concern ! Since when is surgery the easy way out ?!! For most of us its the very last resort... it was for me! and I had to save up for a year to afford it !! You're awesome, great you addressed this, Rach xxxxx
I love you, you are so generous with your journey and it has been such a blessing in my life. To hell with the haters, what do they know? obviously nothing, keep on doing what you are doing, we need you. jeani
You are not lazy and i hope you are not taking responsibility for the negativity that others choose spread. For those of use who have choosen surgery messages like yours are inspirational and give hope. I thank you as I'm sure many other do as well.
WOW I can't believe someone has so much time on there hands with a family and all to write you a mean letter. She probability wants to habe gastric herself and is not able to so she is bitter about it. I think she needs to get a clue and chill the hell out I myself have had gactric and it was the best thing I have ever done. I had to doctors tell me this was the best thing for me because i had PCOS and would not be able to have children and now I dont have PCOS because of the gastric.
Hey Kel- I wouldnt care what anyone said, You look good. Theres always going to be HATERS. I wouldnt even respond to that bullshit!! You have helped me. I have watched all your vidoes. Im going to have my sx in Oct. I'm going to have a tummy tuck and a breast reduction when I get down. Keep up the good job.
WOW I can't believe someone has so much time on there hands with a family and all to write you a mean letter. She probability wants to habe gastric herself and is not able to so she is bitter about it. I think she needs to get a clue and chill the hell out I myself have had gactric and it was the best thing I have ever done. I had to doctors tell me this was the best thing for me because i had PCOS and would not be able to have children and now I dont have PCOS because of the gastric.
WOW I can't believe someone has so much time on there hands with a family and all to write you a mean letter. She probability wants to habe gastric herself and is not able to so she is bitter about it. I think she needs to get a clue and chill the hell out I myself have had gactric and it was the best thing I have ever done. I had to doctors tell me this was the best thing for me because i had PCOS and would not be able to have children and now I dont have PCOS because of the gastric.
WOW I can't believe someone has so much time on there hands with a family and all to write you a mean letter. She probability wants to habe gastric herself and is not able to so she is bitter about it. I think she needs to get a clue and chill the hell out I myself have had gactric and it was the best thing I have ever done. I had to doctors tell me this was the best thing for me because id had PCOS and would not be able to have children and now I dont have PCOS because of the gastric.
You go girl-tell em all! I probably would have felt guilty and cried my eyes out but your vlog was awesome. I can only imagine that person is so lonely and has no life in order to spend so much energy on being so negative. Keep up the great positive attitude, I only hope I can be half as strong as you if that happens to me. Thanks for your strength. :) Hugs
I think you handled the hater situation with dignity and class. Just remember, when somebody is judging something about others, it is probably because they are unhappy about something or many things in their life. Thank you for sharing that with us.
Thank you so much for this post! I am one week away from my surgery and sooo needed to hear everything you had to say. God bless you. By the way, when is your trip to Egypt?
In addition, those haters will see. If they are only "muffin tops", then they only have a bit to lose and can definitely get and keep the weight off with a bit more self-control and exercise. If they have our illness, namely adipositas, then, as I say...they´ll see. Somewhere down the road, after decades of dieting and regaining, they will have to come to the realization that they are powerless to do it without the WLS. And they´ll be glad to have nice and supportive people helping them.
Ignorant haters who don´t know who we are and what we´ve been through have NO RIGHT to judge people who, as a last resort, have elected to WORK HARD (no lazy asses that I´ve seen in this community) to finally get a grip on their weight and health. All I can say, is that you have motivated us NOT to get the surgery, but to look behind the weight and to deal with the reasons why we are addicted to food. I know that it´s typical here on yt to bash people as a sport, but not in our community.
It's the haters that make it soooo important to make these videos because they really have no clue! Being a WLS advocate and spreading the truth instead of all the speculations that society have is crucial. You are doing great and the haters don't even deserve an explanation.
I think you are so brave and awsome!! I have been researching the sleeve procedure an would like to know what doctor did your operation? Can you tell me? To the haters---mom always said if you have nothing nice to say, be quiet.
can we say BLOCK THEM!!!!!!!!! and of course pray for them. They obviously are lacking something within themselves if they feel the need to lash out at others. People that think wls is the easy way out are not educated on weight loss surgery. Love your videos!
I am so sorry that you have had such horrid messages - you have helped me so much. Yours were some of the first videos that I ever watched and you speak so much sense and make me really think in a new way about what I am doing - thank you so much!!
when i decided to have weight lost surgery 8 weeks ago there was 2 woman who told me oh dont do it, your gonna be sick, blah blah...now those 2 people are trying to get this surgery, knowone knows how we feel or why we did this, i did it because i was getting bad diabetis and very high blood pressure..diets werent working i just didnt have will power,this way now i have to eat right..so good for you, thanks for posting this video.
I think ur doing a great job. All those HATERS r just JEALOUS either because they don't have the money or insurance that will pay for there WLS. It is not the easy way out it's to improve our health and live a longer healthy life. It's not that easy we need to put 110% and more into it.... I can't wait to have my surgery soon(:
There are so many people out there who judge without truly understanding. The surgery for me is a life long tool to ensure my health. If this is the "extreme" to which we (wls patients) have to go to to ensure a healthy and long life then who are these haters to judge that. I completely agree with everything said to the haters, it is an individual's choice. And there are, as you said, plenty of people who are encouragers not downers and we just have to find those people. Thanks for this video.
These haters don't understand the process. I thought about my surgery for 5yrs before doing it. I am so glad I did, just like you, to have that added help to get it off. We know the wt doesn't come off without diet & exercise & the haters think it just comes off by itself with surg. Ignorance is the problem with haters & they speak to quickly about subjects they know very little about. The misconception is we are fat & lazy. Carrying an extra 80 to 100lbs is not easy & we did it everyday.
Enjoyed your video so much...especially the spiritual part. By the way you look amazing in this video. Sounds like you are crazy busy. Good luck with everything!!
I think she is just upset she can't afford the surgery or she applied for it but her insurance denied her!
Needlethin85 3 weeks ago
It makes me sick that someone would say those things to you. I have been watching your videos from video #1 (I am on this video currently). I am having the sleeve done on me tomorrow and you have been so encouraging, informative, well spoken, and most of all real. It has been wonderful seeing you transition into your new life physically, emotionally and spiritually. I plan on posting to your channel when I get through all of your videos to juat thank you for everything. God bless you and thx!
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Some people can be so mean its none of their business how you get healthy or motivated just leave the girl alone . everyone loses weight in different ways just because she did it through surgery doesnt take away from her achievements any less people just stop judging others and be happy with your self .
wowso4 1 month ago
thank you
BIGMENTEDDY 1 month ago
you shouldn't of even gave them people the time of day.. your doing what you have to do. what they think & feel shouldn't matter to you.
MaygonProctor 1 month ago
Congratulations to you! Might those judging keep their negative thoughts to themselves! You are giving us helpful information and not claiming this is the answer for everyone! So celebrate your success! So sad their are such mean people out there that can try to take away happieness from others! Thankfully God celebrates with us! He is smiling at those like you!
17jakedom 1 month ago
The sheer ignorance of people. You look so good. I also have a binge eating disorder and people just don't understand WLS is only a tool
Lovemypouch 2 months ago
YOU JUST MADE MY WHOLE DAY AFTER WATCHING THIS...YOU ARE AMAZING AND I'M SO HAPPY I STOPPED HERE TO WATCH YOU...I'M SEEING THE DR. IN A FEW DAYS AND WILL BE STARTING THE PROCESS FOR A VSG...THANK YOU.
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Thank You so much for your videos! It gives others an idea of what the "process" and "journey" is for WLS people! I find the videos very informative and you are correct, the haters don't understand that if it could have been "fixed" without surgery then it would have happened, but it didn't and that is why WLS is a tool!
I am happy to hear that you are a Christian now, That is awesome! Depend on HIM for your guidance with your life, eating, tweeking your diet, etc. HE can help you thru it all!
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the person that made that comment is scared of surgery, they are in the stage of still being able to do something about it ie diet. You and me for that matter, I will have surgery in Dec or Jan, 12, had come to the point where you realized that diets don't work and the surgery was the best answer for you....and me...I also have PCOS and have struggled with my weight for my entire life, for me the surgery is a last resort to gain back my health. I feel I have a right to choose to be healthy.
karinabehrooz 4 months ago
"please everyone, no ones happy, please yourself & at least you're happy" You keep doing you girl, it's working for ya!!
grodot333 4 months ago
I just started watching your vids from the beginning of your journey and I'm shocked by the "haters" comments!! ANYONE who's actually watched your videos knows you've been very vocal about dealing with the head/emotional part of over eating, carbs & addictions!! You've been extremely helpful & motivating!! I'm going to continue watching the rest of your vids, please don't stop making them!! I also subscribed to you. You've made a huge impact on me and I'm sure many others!! Thank you!! Julie
juleskar 4 months ago
i agree with him
topberkane 5 months ago
keep it up my nigguh
tHUGLiFEbOSSy 6 months ago
YOU'RE AWESOME
tHUGLiFEbOSSy 6 months ago
I am sorry you had to go through having those negative comments. I don't understand why people are so full of hate and judgments. You did what is right for you and what is right for many, many people. You are encouraging and motivating a lot of people and you are doing a great job. Thank you.
kcdshg 6 months ago
the person who put this on ur page is obviously a loser.
copnite12342 7 months ago
Wow, how rude that someone would post nasty things when all you are doing is helping others. I had wls a little over a month ago & you have been a great help to me. You have a done much better than I have but I'm still trying. I'm so glad that you stayed positive after that person was so rude. Please keep up the good work & keep the videos coming. F*** the jealous bitch hates on those of us fortunate enough to have the courage to change our lives it's much harder than it sounds. She obviously d
msbeccalane 7 months ago
The person that posted nasty comments is rude bitch. If they are so amazing and motivated.. why the muffin top. You did what was best for you. Forget the tools, there are too many to count. Nice work!!! Keep it up!!
abluehalo 7 months ago
GOOD FOR YOU !! Kelawanda, the person that is posting those comments is noticebly a very unhappy fat person noone needs he negative comments she is watching tooo much TV (looser) who is she to judge?, she provably dont have the money to do the surgery even if she wanted, please dont pay attention to her, we all have the maturity to make our own judments. you are giving her too much attention, you are a fighter and you're brave enough to do something about making a difference in your life.
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The person who posted all of that negativity is a jelous moron. you look great and you are more healthy then she is.
tishypoo432 8 months ago
The person who posted all of that negativity is a jelous moron. you look great and you are more healthy then she is.
tishypoo432 8 months ago
Great video. Subscribed. :)
page60661 8 months ago
Kell, You could give all your money to the poor and forfeit your life in humble servitude to those in need and then finally die by running into a burning building to save a child. And still, people would hate you for it. No matter who you are or what you do people will be hateful given the anonymity of the internet.
As much as possible let those that love you mold your life and not those that hate you.
God bless you. Jerry
maxtormaxtor 8 months ago
You don't owe anyone any explanations. You bought yourself many more years of life by doing the surgery. Had you remained heavy, you would have incurred all the co-morbid diseases that most obese Americans have when they do NOTHING about themselves. By the way, when you work in the substance abuse community, most of those managers have substance abuse problems in their own families and/or in their own families, or they have some big time control issues, so don't take what they say, personally.
ocdgirl2000 9 months ago
I think you're doing a great job. The people that are making the negative comments are ignorant and jealous because they probably don't have a good enough job that provides adequate insurance to cover the surgery or they just don't have insurance nor the money to pay for it. If they don't want to have the surgury, they don't have to.. they are too stupid to realize that their is a choice and if their choice is not to have surgery, then they don't have to. Die Haters!!!
jescasorla1 9 months ago
wow you look so different! i don't think sharing your story is wrong at all. i have been overweight all my life, even as a fairly active child i was always chubby. i enjoy listening to your videos. you're informative and honest and i love that!
perdantasterx 9 months ago
Excellent response
HC5167 10 months ago
I am just starting on my search and I'm 80% certain that I want to have the surgery. I am very lucky to have people like you who post their video and share their journey. God Bless you and thank you for showing that not only do prejudices exist pre-surgery, there are prejudices on the other end.
ramsanchez68 10 months ago
Great Video! Like I say, opinions are like assoles-everyone has one! Your are doing great!!!
PeseAndNanaW8loss11 10 months ago
I am so glad that you are posting this. People who don't know how it is to struggle with your weight for years can't talk. You go through so much b4 your surgery date just to qualify for this. I am glad that I chose surgery, while still working out, I am gaining muscle. To each its own. Keep up the good work. The Haters wil still hate.
MrsKay33 11 months ago
You are amazing!
Prankcallerz502 11 months ago
the person who said that is obviously jealous because she obviously tried to get surgery and obviously failed at it. dont listen to that loser asshole.
the one person here was that person who sent u bad letters.
copnite12342 11 months ago
the person who said that is obviously jealous because she obviously tried to get surgery and obviously failed at it. dont listen to that loser asshole.
copnite12342 11 months ago
I say good for you! People can be so mean-spirited - I think jealously has a lot to do with it! If I could afford surgery, I would do it too! I think you look beautiful and better n better in each video! Ppl don't understand there is still a tremendous amount of discipline involved, even when you have surgery. Congrats and hold your head high and be proud of your accomplishments!
luvkdz2 11 months ago 10
@luvkdz2: Thank you for your kind words :)
Kellawanda 11 months ago
I say good for you! People can be so mean-spirited - I think jealously has a lot to do with it! If I could afford surgery, I would do it too! I think you look beautiful and better n better in each video! Ppl don't understand there is still a tremendous amount of discipline involved, even when you have surgery. Congrats and hold your head high and be proud of your accomplishments!
luvkdz2 11 months ago
I bet if people are seeing you as smaller, but you're gaining a bit, the descrepency is caused by you losing fat, and gaining muscle. Good for you!! I'm sure you know this, but, it's always nice to hear it from strangers =))
MissJessyeNorman 11 months ago
Anyone who calls someone a "lazy ass" is just uneducated and uninformed. It's just plain insensitive! Noone should judge others unless they have been in their shoes! You keep up the good work You are doing hun,congratulations! I am on a weight loss journey myself,doing it the natural way. But that is what works for Me,I don't judge those who have surgery or whatever! Getting healthy is a personal thing,whichever way You need to!
Happyfungirl1 1 year ago
I definitely agree with your "hater" commenter about surgery, fuck that shit
mrmalade 1 year ago
It's so weird to me that you are making this video addressing the haters. I say that because today is the first day I start watching your video because a friend of mine put gastric videos up. And I watched 4 of your videos thinking to myself, "Boy, she is a tuff ass! She is so military and lawyer like in her attitude and I know she is going to do well". LOL. Well good luck, you look great. I just prey you LEARN how to eat well. I have not watched enough of your videos to see if you have.
utopiad4 1 year ago
Well I will say that everyone I know who had the surgery, while they are not at their start weight, they have gained their weight back. My sister was and still is an alcoholic and have many problems BEFORE the surgery that she did not deal with. WHY SHE WAS EATING SO MUCH IS SOMETHING SHE DID NOT DEAL WITH, so she gained the weight back. Not all 450 pounds, but she is back at 320lbs. THE THING I DON'T LIKE ABOUT THE SURGERY IS THAT THE PEOPLE DON'T LEARN HOW TO EAT CORRECTLY.
utopiad4 1 year ago
i just got this surgery and im a bit scared because i dont know how to eat or what to eat and people have such rude comments. so trust me i know about the haters aswell.
diablos180 1 year ago
I appreciate your candidness and forwardness...and the willingness to open up and share your experience with others...as well as how you have changed--physically, emotionally and logically. Just because you had the courage to change yourself for the better doesn't make you lazy or crazy, it gives you character--because you were willing to look within yourself and see what it was that caused your thinking....you took charge and have reprogramed yourself. BRAVO. You can't please everyone.....
Lisaanntexas128 1 year ago
Hi there. I actually made a youtube account to write you. I have watched all of your videos and have watched you change. Im going through the process of having the gastric bypass done, i am scare sh**less to do it, but I have failed alone sooooooooo many times. I just didnt know if you could give mesome advice, thank you : )
bellahermosa1000 1 year ago
Hi there. I actually made a youtube account to write you. I have watched all of your videos and have watched you change. Im going through the process of having the gastric bypass done, i am scare sh**less to do it, but I have failed alone sooooooooo many times. I just didnt know if you could give mesome advice, thank you : )
bellahermosa1000 1 year ago
Thank you for this thoughtful reply. It is truly appreciated.
socalkelly 1 year ago
I personally enjoy reading about your journey. And it is just that, YOUR journey. Thank you for sharing, you are eloquent, well spoken, and brutally honest about things some people would be mortified to discuss in public. Don't worry about the negativity, it's your body, it's your life. Peace to you.
juiceesmile4u 1 year ago
omg some people do not understand what your are going through you look great sounds like that lady is insure with her self.
ANEWRACH2011 1 year ago
I am 3 weeks out, so I feel this person is speaking to me as well when she makes comments like that to you... With pre-op I am down 56 pounds...I chose the surgery, and it is not the easy way out for sure. It is a tool that I am choosing to use, as did you. This "person" sounds like a miserable jackass that is all the things she claims we are, and is trying to cast dispersions on us for having the courage ( and the money) to do what they cant. I am proud of my decision to be a WLS patient!
Ambersdad31 1 year ago
You don't ever have to justify yourself. Keep on going I love watching. I know your story I have lived it. I ended up with obesity related cancer because of polycystic ovarian syndrome and I have lost the weight time and time again. I just took a tool that I was offered and I had surgery just as I did when I had cancer. It is NO different! God bless you and let haters hate they have no idea sista!!!!!!! I started at 295 lost down to 268 pre op. I am 8 days post op and am down to 260.
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bezoldme 1 year ago
Bravo to you Kellawanda for your calm, but assertive response to uninformed, unconstructive and mean-spirited commentary. Funny, if a there was brain surgery that would help alcoholics to drink less, no one would raise an eyebrow.
baystategal 1 year ago 9
@baystategal: Funny and true!
Kellawanda 1 year ago
My partner has watched your videos.She is going thru her op in december.She said to tell you she loves all your advice.
regaurds the negative comments - people dont understand what YOU personally feel or what you are going thru.
Well done on what you've achieved,i'll let you know how she gets on.
Take care,hope to hear from you soon.
discog73 1 year ago
@discog73: Thanks, and I hope all goes well for her.
Kellawanda 1 year ago
You are so smart and thoughtful in all of your videos! People who gave you such negativity are ridiculous. You don't need to justify yourself. Some people have no idea that getting the surgery still requires tons of hard work! But no matter what avenue someone takes to be healthy we should all be happy for each other. You've done a terrific job and I'm grateful that you continue to share your journey!
bootinsmom 1 year ago
Thanks Kellawanda. This post is speaking to me...you've really helped me make my decision. I'm proud of your success. Thanks for sharing your experience. Best Wishes.
pfrazier25 1 year ago
bloody hell if it works why should,nt you get surgery. dont listen to these people i guess everyone has an opinion the ultimate question is are you healthier that is all that matters, the easy way out is doing nothing Having surgery done takes balls and infact is no different to loosing weight naturally , its psychologically the same. you look great. i weigh 125 kilos from 170 kilos . GOOD HEALTH AND HUGS FROM THE UK.
britturk123 1 year ago
people are SO crazy. go get these HATERS. I have struggled with weight for 30 yrs, on a diet since i was 8. Ive lost 89 lbs, 65 lbs, and 40 lbs every year for the past 5 yrs. Once my weight got up to 285, gaining back 15 more after losing my annual 40, i went for surgery. I am addicted to sugar, so even after surgery 6 weeks now, i have eliminated sugar from my diet. i've lost 40 lbs so far. and i can't wait to see how free i'll be without thinking about this STRUGGLE anymore.
getdowngirl1 1 year ago
well said!
lp31fl08 1 year ago
Thanks for addressing the people who have the misunderstanding that surgery is the easy way. For those of us who choose this surgery, it is usually the hardest choice we have had to make. You keep going forward for you are doing this for yourself and your life goal. Haters will always be there but supporters are out there too. You Go Girl!!!
geegee1154 1 year ago
OMG, I can't believe someone said that. What a freak. I think we're all ambasadors for WLS, not that we want everyone to get it, we just show people that it is an alternative that people should consider. You know why you rarely see previous Biggest Loser contestants? Because the VASt majority of them gain a good portion of the weight back.
I think it's awesome that you called them on the carpet.
knkcoleman 1 year ago
Jesus Said in Matthew 18:9 "And if your eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to enter life with one eye than to have two eyes and be thrown into the fire of hell."
Gluttony is a sin so I think you were more than justified in getting your surgery. Keep up the good work.
lespaul66 1 year ago
I COMMEND you for your decision. People dont realize that people that have had weight problems all of their lives have tried EVERYTHING! There most likely arent many overweight people that HAVENT tried EVERYTHING that is natural in order to loose weight. When u try and try and go up and down so many times...I dont think that there is ANYTHING wrong with turning to surgery in order to help your health! You are a strong person for getting a public site and sharing ur story. Thank you! God Bless!
lexypuf 1 year ago
Don't pay attention to the haters, they are just jealous!!
angelcakes1091 1 year ago 2
That lady needs to work on her self esteem
crysta0830 1 year ago
I love your vids!
1Earthybeauty 1 year ago
LOL wow! Someone sounds insecure. You're beautiful!
ziggyiguana 1 year ago
@ziggyiguana: Thanks :)
Kellawanda 1 year ago
omg, yes in deed you have a hater..,, I am a police officer i exercise I eat good and a lot if times yea I lost weight , but I always gain more back. whith that said you go girl you do whats best for you and not the misrable sad lonley chick tring to down you.
atruegoddess0408 1 year ago
you owe nothing to anyone, you are brave enough to share your life. Kudos for your brave heart and loving soul
wwwwelove2losecom 1 year ago
this person was probably someone that was not allowed to have the surgery or just someone that does not understand was involved with this surgery...its not just go to a dr and tell them u want this surgery I mean Here in MD where I live is an almost a year of Drs appointments, classes, tests n even therapy before the insurance even consider you as a candidate for this surgery n the worst u most have a life treatnant illness to even be seen by the surgeon
luvlynoemi 1 year ago
YOU ANSWERED BEAUTIFULLY. I HOPE YOU REALLY KNOW THAT YOU DO NOT HAVE TO JUSTIFY YOUR DECISION TO ANYONE! CONGRATS TO YOU!
AKQJ40 1 year ago
hey girl-- love the video-- fk the haters... people are just jealous, cus you look so good!... anyways-- we miss you.. you should do a little video, just to say hello!-- miss you!
rachealrae0929 1 year ago
She sounds like a bitch, tell her to f-off, and you keep up the great work!!
needtolooselots 1 year ago
Your choice is just that, your! and not anyones else's business too tell you how to live your life, you made the best decision for you!
tonmagicwon 1 year ago
Sorry that posted more than once!
AndreaDyan12 1 year ago
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Don't listen to the haters!!! People make their own decisions regardless of what people post and/or read. Just like you said everyone had an opinion and deep down the haters are jealous of your personal growth. NOTHING I have seen from your videos makes me think anything is "easy" regarding weight loss surgery. KEEP ON KEEPIN' ON! Keep posting and allowing others to learn from you. I for one appreciate your post :)
AndreaDyan12 1 year ago
Don't listen to the haters!!! People make their own decisions regardless of what people post and/or read. Just like you said everyone had an opinion and deep down the haters are jealous of your personal growth. NOTHING I have seen from your videos makes me think anything is "easy" regarding weight loss surgery. KEEP ON KEEPIN' ON! Keep posting and allowing others to learn from you. I for one appreciate your post :)
AndreaDyan12 1 year ago
Don't listen to the haters!!! People make their own decisions regardless of what people post and/or read. Just like you said everyone had an opinion and deep down the haters are jealous of your personal growth. NOTHING I have seen from your videos makes me think anything is "easy" regarding weight loss surgery. KEEP ON KEEPIN' ON! Keep posting and allowing others to learn from you. I for one appreciate your post :)
AndreaDyan12 1 year ago
whew thats hard. You know, I had lapband and failed miserablly. I have gained all the weight back. Im now dieting hardcore. People are so ignorant... its not like you have surgery and magically *poof* your thin.
sixdumboutlaws 1 year ago
Just wanted to say thanks for the videos...they were informative. Pay no mind to what the haters say...wls is not as easy as everyone thinks, once you get really big you cant be as active as you need to be to lose the weight...wls is a tool to help you get to a weight where it is easier to work out and keep the weight off! I think maybe they hate because they got turned down by their insurance fo thei surgery! lol
gordisosexy 1 year ago
These people are such a-holes! I can't believe they said that? Every one is so different, their situations and so much more. Some haters don't get it and they just don't know the story behind whats triggered weight gain for many of us. Don't they understand you're vlogging and sharing your experience with others who are pre-oppers? Keep up your great work of sharing and much love to you!
JiveGirl24 1 year ago
On your next update, could you show what's left of a remaining surgical scar? If not here, just send a pic if you would. I've already been researching that and am going to try Mederma and possibly ScarAway (sheets simuilar to those in burn injuries) on an older scar to see what it does.
rrose2009 1 year ago
Also, I just watched the 3 month update again, and looking at the most recent ones. No offense to you or anyone that was your bigger size, but in a short period of time, your appearance went from someone I would probably had never noticed to a "hottie". It's impressive.
However just thinking about October 14th makes me nervous. I also thought about doing video diaries, but not sure about that yet.
rrose2009 1 year ago
Been a while since I posted any questions, but I'm now scheduled for my VSG October 14th in Huntington, WV. The head of bariatrics at Marshall University is doing it through the VA, who's covering it. I'm already trying to reason my way out of it lol.
rrose2009 1 year ago
wow...the haters are just hating on themselves...so really to be healthy is the important issue...truely not all over weight people are LAZY ASS' ...there are other health problems that cause a person to be over weight...
i have really enjoyed your videos...helping with wanting to get healthier and maybe on day if able do the surgery...
i have heard +/- on the surgeries but, if YES youve done all you can for the wt loss, to be healthier and they dont work...than go for it if able
535tigger 1 year ago
wow...the haters are just hating on themselves...so really to be healthy is the important issue...truely not all over weight people are LAZY ASS' ...there are other health problems that cause a person to be over weight...
i have really enjoyed your videos...helping with wanting to get healthier and maybe on day if able do the surgery...
i have heard +/- on the surgeries but, if YES youve done all you can for the wt loss, to be healthier and they dont work...than go for it if able
535tigger 1 year ago
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I just finished week-1 of my own weight loss journey. The challenge is to lose 5lbs per week (this week I actually lost 6!) for 17 consecutive weeks. If you wanna see how Im doing it, my tips and advice, just view my channel. PS - this girl is PURE inspiration! Good luck with your weight loss journeys everyone!
nothighleftbehind 1 year ago
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Wow. How hurtful of people to say these things to you... I'm so sorry that you had to read that. I feel that you don't even need to dignify their comments with a response! You are much stronger than me; this is exactly the reason why I haven't told many people about my VSG.
p77tmey 1 year ago
Wow. How hurtful of people to say these things to you... I'm so sorry that you had to read that. I feel that you don't even need to dignify their comments with a response! You are much stronger than me; this is exactly the reason why I haven't told anyone about my VSG.
p77tmey 1 year ago
In order to qualify for the surgery, don't you have to have actually tried to have lost weight before? At least, that's what I've heard.
WickedFairyEssence 1 year ago
Well I've seen several of your videos and you're right, you've only encouraged people to take positive action on weight & stated that you wanted surgery - which is well deserved after having lost weight. I also understand what you're saying about the lose some gain some and wind up in the same region bit - happens. Also another point is some skin can't just be lost through exercise/workouts alone, some can in fact just *only be* removed by surgery.Ignore haters anyway :] & keep up the good work!
jlm123789 1 year ago
I'm smiling for you. I think you are courageous! It's so sad that some people have to put others down to make themselves feel better. It's obvious by the responses you read that the person writing them is a negative Nancy and just out to sling someone down! People like that deserve to be ignored! But BRAVO for posting and reading and explaining without attack back!!!! YAY
Dianesgame 1 year ago
oh yeah i was gonna tell you since i lost the 200 pounds i just had a tummy yuck 2 weeks ago and it looks soo good....so myadvice to you is you need to experience one as well. i am no longer in any ppain...i would do it all over again.......again you keep doin what your doing you have inspired me with your words so much....again you look awesome and forget what those haters say to you just remember if they had the money and or ins to do what you and i did.then they would do it....
delainegaines1965 1 year ago
you are doing a awesome job girl keep it up...im proud of you
delainegaines1965 1 year ago
good luck with all that you do.i had the gastric bypass 18 months ago and i lost 200 pounds..it saved my life. you keep doing what you are doing. i am having haters as well like my best friend but i have since cut her lose....keep up you lok great....im proud of you girl.
delainegaines1965 1 year ago
I want to thank you for all your video's. They have really helped me. I am getting VSG this Monday. I am doing this for myself and to get healthy. I believe from viewing everyone's video's, this is not the easy way out but hopefully will be something that can help me. My sister (yes, my own sister), who also happens to be the same weight as me has become a "hater" and basically has said alot of those neg things as well. Funny though, I don't see her losing the weight on her own. :)
Carly1234ish 1 year ago
It's funny, I wonder how this person found your video's if they were looking into surgery in the first place.
Please don't stop with your video's, they have helped me with the emotional side of my weight issues than any other channel.
Wendy~
wendyobw 1 year ago
Keep up the good work kell. so many haters in this world...
Congrats on your weight loss I had lap surgery a year ago and almost at goal weight. Surgery was one of the best decision Ive made.
biggayute 1 year ago
Lol I was going to say thank u for being such an inspiration and still posting regardless of the haters. :)
jeslou2 1 year ago
You rock and you handled the situation well! Tha
jeslou2 1 year ago
WOW!!!!! Well whom ever posted all those nasty comments is definately not happy with them selves!!!!! On another note, u look great and i am happy u r doing so well. You are one of my inspirations and thank u 4 ur videos......
Mikasbout2bebad 1 year ago
Wow some ppl are so Judgemental! She should take her Judgemental ass somewhere elase because she hasnt a clue. You owe no one an explaination or an apologise... She clearly needs top apologize to the world for being such a mean hateful biatch!
LadyVermeulen 1 year ago
Thank you for documenting your journey, it has been extremely helpful to me:) I had already committed to having the DS when I found your posts and its great to be able to follow you along your journey and get an idea of what to expect. Also, thanks for sharing all your product finds, etc.
nphelps4565 1 year ago
i don't think you should explain yourself to her or anyone for that matter tell them to kiss ur a** and keep it moving ..
dropinoffhoney 1 year ago
AMEN sister! You give awesome insight to your journey which has been very beneficial to me personally!!
vkhele 1 year ago
I am sooooo sorry someone felt the need to be sooo rude. I lost over 100 lbs so far (not WLS) but I would NEVER say your decision was wrong and that you are lazy. YOU ARE NOT! I love your videos. You are an amazing person and you have inspired me, maybe not in the WLS aspect...but in life in general. Thank you...
marissaandmommy 1 year ago
Also for those who disagree with what you did, tell them to mind their own business. If people start using the Bible against you, then as usual, they are being judgemental. Surgery is no different than saving your life with heart surgery or anything else. God uses doctors to heal people all the time, this is no different.
Basically, just tell them to go find a life, is what I say.
rrose2009 1 year ago
Tell us who posted all of that and we'll take care of them.
Whoever posted it is probably just unhappy with their lives, probably 600 pounds themselves or never been overweight before. Ignore them. Don't even respoind to them or give them air time I say.
BTW my surgery consult is on the 1st. As for Biggest Loser comparisons-that's crap because that's a heavily controlled environment. Hopefully soon 1/2 my stomach will be gone too.
rrose2009 1 year ago
Good advice. I think you have been very honest about your motives and struggles. No one has to watch you if they don't agree with you. Some people just live for drama and confrontation. Shrug it off and keep doing what you have been doing. I have enjoyed all your videos.
LadyIgrayne 1 year ago
I totally support you! Your videos are very inspiring and I am now 3 weeks out from my gastric bypass. Thank you for posting!!!
pandap1021 1 year ago
I am so thankful for my lap band.. I have been up and down all my life. Don't waste your time on people that are not supportive, they are doing it on purpose or have no idea what they are talking about. Everyone of us is different, every story is not the same. Good luck to those with or without. Oh, I got it by the end of the video. Thanks for the videos, I need them.. I have 2 old houses that I am fixing.. good luck!
marysedge 1 year ago
I'm 3 weeks post op . . . . if this is the EASY way out, I'm Santa Claus!
Ready4theNewMe 1 year ago
You have done such an incredible thing. There are some pathetic, miserable people out there who just want to be negative. You don't need to explain your actions to anyone. The person that wrote you needs to work on their own issues, because they obviously have some serious ones. You are a beautiful young lady. To be honest the person is probably jealous of you. You can't reason with people that. My suggestion is don't even try. God bless you.
SunnyRain247 1 year ago
Sounds like she is a bored, bitter, miserable person with her own insecurities. She probably either doesn't have the insurance to cover it or the money to cover it out of her own pocket. That is what you called closed minded and those types of people arent worth the air they breath! She needs to learn to keep her comments to herself.
MsChandra1980 1 year ago
p.s. great video, and an awesome....balanced attitude. You had a really level head about this, and you are right... there will always be the nay sayers (no matter what one does in life).
IamKris411 1 year ago
your hair looks really cute :-)
I love how people just have no filter and post whatever they are thinking. I don't think you have posted anything wrong, throughout your WHOLE journey thus far - and you have done nothing but encourage people to try to work on their problems BEFORE going for weight loss surgery (because they will resurface again), and that it should be a last resort... You don't NEED to explain yourself. You're far from being a lazy ass. This person was being ignorant and rude.
IamKris411 1 year ago
It is very easy to judge people when you don't know them, make statements with no information, or conclusions without investigation in the matter..... (or simply they have to much time in their hands and don't know what to do with it.... :) ....) I'm sooooo proud of you sweetheart.....you are an inspiration to a lot of people...... specially to me. ILY
GerryInfante 1 year ago
Bravo! Excellent explaination to the reader. Too bad for her.
cdbullandbear 1 year ago
You have the good attitude! You can't please everybody so do things for yourself and to be healthy! By the way, love the hair!
mayacalypsa 1 year ago
oh brother- what a loser to make comments like that! you are far from a LA! ridiculous! they won't ever get it! and you do work all of your tools!
cabernetqueen 1 year ago
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I absolutely loved this video! You have managed to put words to so many of my thoughts and feelings. Funny, when you started listing the various challenges you were facing, I thought...OH NO...that would make me want to eat...;-)) Then you stated...TO ALL HATERS YOU DIDN'T SEND ME BACK TO THE FOOD...AMEN!! What an amazing young woman you are. BTW I love your hair!"
Weigh8nomor 1 year ago
I absolutely loved this video! You have managed to put words to so many of my thoughts and feelings. Funny, when you started listing the various challenges you were facing, I thought...OH NO...that would make me want to eat...;-)) Then you stated...TO ALL HATERS YOU DIDN'T SEND ME BACK TO THE FOOD...AMEN!! What an amazing young woman you are. BTW I love your hair!
Weigh8nomor 1 year ago
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This is a great video...seriously, because we always run into people like this. We meaning people in general. I love your key points on surgeons being there to help us heal. It's nice to see you feeling so strong. Every video I see of you, you just seem healthier and healthier so good for you and thanks for this video.
jenontheband 1 year ago
This is a great video...seriously, because we always run into people like this. We meaning people in general. I love your key points on surgeons being there to help us heal. It's nice to see you feeling so strong. Every video I see of you, you just seem healthier and healthier so good for you and thanks for this video.
jenontheband 1 year ago
I live in Toowoomba Australia and am getting my band on the 31st of August. Thank you so much for being so candid. Forget the detractors the proof is on the screen you look wonderful. Go girl !! Rhonda
rhondaplaylist 1 year ago
I watched your 1st video and I love you so I subscribed!! I am 2 months away from getting my surgery date. I think you are amazing and I am glad you have your videos and advice posted. I also have had an obsession and compulsion with food my whole life and have done the yo yo weight/dieting.....I agree with you about the haters! Life is all about being happy. :)
braveschicky25 1 year ago
Wow, that person was just an ass! If they ever watched your videos they would know that you promote emotional health, physical health, and activity. You are doing phenomenal and I hope that this ignorant hater does not get you down. I totally motivated my 240 pound butt to run (more like walk) an entire half marathon after watching and really marinating with the video you did on the 12 steps of addiction.
mommamartha 1 year ago
Anyone who thinks that those of us who have weightloss surgery are lazy are totally crazy and obviously uninformed. To truly be successful at the weight loss we all have to watch what we eat, and exercise. Yes the surgery was a tool and you still have to know how to use it to be successful. I am currently out from surgery 10 months and I train in the gym 6 days a week. So obviously we are not all lazy just because we had the surgery.
J1969Red 1 year ago
I have never commented anywhere on the Internet before thus showing how passionate I am about what I am going to say... I have been watching and losing along side you for over a year. I am also a sleever. You have helped me understand and feel validated in my own concerns and issues. I am posting for the hundreds who watch in silent bliss as you share with us and make us not feel alone. I am so proud of you and have unlimited compassion for you through this journey together. Thank you from
GarfieldOrangeOne 1 year ago
BTW, you look MAHvelous!
marolkisan 1 year ago
The person calling you a lazy ass is a DUMB ass upset and ashamed with his/her own body issues and projecting his/her unhappiness onto someone who did what she wanted and needed to do for herself. Jealousy is a terrible emotion, but it's all his/hers and you don't owe anyone any explanations.
marolkisan 1 year ago
YOU are right on! I look forward to your videos! Keep up the awesome work! you have more support than hate so if they don't want to be happy with their lives that is their decision, You as a counselor know that they are only saying those things because they are so unhappy with themselves that they have to try dig for negative in others to make themselves feel better. THeir loss! Keep smiling!
Reddaisy73 1 year ago
They are entitled to their oppinion. I disagree I enjoy your videos keep up the good work and you are an inspiration to me. I am 5 months out from surgery. I have lost 56 lbs and 36 in. I have never felt so good I feel healthy and I like my new body. Take Care girl.... thanks
gizzoebaby 1 year ago
This was probably from someone that was denied surgery and is envious.
greenfrog775 1 year ago
@greenfrog775 Those were exactally my thoughts! :)
Reddaisy73 1 year ago
Don't listen to the crazy ass person that sent you those messages. She obviously is not like 'us' who have tried everything and needed a tool to help lose weight in a drastic way, to fix other problems....high blood pressure and diabeties, as in my case. I think she is just mislead and have issues of her own. People aren't nasty unless they have their own underlying issues. Keep your chin up...don't listen to her...you know as well as I do that she doesn't know what she is talking about.
dendensgirl 1 year ago
To me it is crazy that some ppl cannot understand that Food Addition is a Real Addition!! Wake up ppl! Before they comment and think they know it all, they first need to Research about food addition and Obsessive Compulsion Overeating!!! It would be easier to be a drug addict in my case just because you can stop using it altogether. With food, you have to take it!
Bellaella86 1 year ago
@Bellaella86 Surgery is for ppl who's lives depend on losing large amounts of weight in order to survive!! It is not intended for ppl who are 20, 30, or even 40lbs. It is for ppl who have tried EVERYTHING and still gaining it back. It is not a cure, but more like a support to get their lives on the right track. For most ppl WLS is the Last Resort!
Love ya Girl Don't let the haters get to you. You know what's best for your body! Hugs :o]
Bellaella86 1 year ago
You are an inspiration to me. Keep up the good work girl! Whoever says this is the easy way out does not know what they are talking about. I had the VSG and initially lost 53 pounds. I lost my job & went into a horrible depression. It's been over 3 months & I have not lost anything. I am just now starting to get out & be more active & chose food more wisely. Having the surgery does not "loss the weight for you" it's hard work & no easy ride. I'm so pround of you. Keep the Faith.
tmnapper 1 year ago
great video girl just do u i love all your video
arlfer23 1 year ago
I absolutely love you! I watch you religiously! That person is just jealous of you because you are a beautiful person all around and they wish they are like you. Like my husband says, if you have haters you are obviously doing something right. :)
BoBBumz 1 year ago
ugh ! these comments are simply ignorance masquerading as concern ! Since when is surgery the easy way out ?!! For most of us its the very last resort... it was for me! and I had to save up for a year to afford it !! You're awesome, great you addressed this, Rach xxxxx
TheUrbanWasteland 1 year ago
AMEN!
startingover2010 1 year ago
I love you, you are so generous with your journey and it has been such a blessing in my life. To hell with the haters, what do they know? obviously nothing, keep on doing what you are doing, we need you. jeani
phonegal1 1 year ago
Ignorant people should be Ignored. Very sad for them
lapband23 1 year ago
this is a great video. Thank you for sharing with us. :)
skiyalove 1 year ago
You are not lazy and i hope you are not taking responsibility for the negativity that others choose spread. For those of use who have choosen surgery messages like yours are inspirational and give hope. I thank you as I'm sure many other do as well.
tlkaully1 1 year ago
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WOW I can't believe someone has so much time on there hands with a family and all to write you a mean letter. She probability wants to habe gastric herself and is not able to so she is bitter about it. I think she needs to get a clue and chill the hell out I myself have had gactric and it was the best thing I have ever done. I had to doctors tell me this was the best thing for me because i had PCOS and would not be able to have children and now I dont have PCOS because of the gastric.
liltatooedstar 1 year ago
Hey Kel- I wouldnt care what anyone said, You look good. Theres always going to be HATERS. I wouldnt even respond to that bullshit!! You have helped me. I have watched all your vidoes. Im going to have my sx in Oct. I'm going to have a tummy tuck and a breast reduction when I get down. Keep up the good job.
berri1962 1 year ago
WOW I can't believe someone has so much time on there hands with a family and all to write you a mean letter. She probability wants to habe gastric herself and is not able to so she is bitter about it. I think she needs to get a clue and chill the hell out I myself have had gactric and it was the best thing I have ever done. I had to doctors tell me this was the best thing for me because i had PCOS and would not be able to have children and now I dont have PCOS because of the gastric.
liltatooedstar 1 year ago
WOW I can't believe someone has so much time on there hands with a family and all to write you a mean letter. She probability wants to habe gastric herself and is not able to so she is bitter about it. I think she needs to get a clue and chill the hell out I myself have had gactric and it was the best thing I have ever done. I had to doctors tell me this was the best thing for me because i had PCOS and would not be able to have children and now I dont have PCOS because of the gastric.
liltatooedstar 1 year ago
WOW I can't believe someone has so much time on there hands with a family and all to write you a mean letter. She probability wants to habe gastric herself and is not able to so she is bitter about it. I think she needs to get a clue and chill the hell out I myself have had gactric and it was the best thing I have ever done. I had to doctors tell me this was the best thing for me because id had PCOS and would not be able to have children and now I dont have PCOS because of the gastric.
liltatooedstar 1 year ago
You go girl-tell em all! I probably would have felt guilty and cried my eyes out but your vlog was awesome. I can only imagine that person is so lonely and has no life in order to spend so much energy on being so negative. Keep up the great positive attitude, I only hope I can be half as strong as you if that happens to me. Thanks for your strength. :) Hugs
ColorMeHealthy 1 year ago
I think you handled the hater situation with dignity and class. Just remember, when somebody is judging something about others, it is probably because they are unhappy about something or many things in their life. Thank you for sharing that with us.
83teach 1 year ago
Thank you so much for this post! I am one week away from my surgery and sooo needed to hear everything you had to say. God bless you. By the way, when is your trip to Egypt?
MrsAniJO100 1 year ago
In addition, those haters will see. If they are only "muffin tops", then they only have a bit to lose and can definitely get and keep the weight off with a bit more self-control and exercise. If they have our illness, namely adipositas, then, as I say...they´ll see. Somewhere down the road, after decades of dieting and regaining, they will have to come to the realization that they are powerless to do it without the WLS. And they´ll be glad to have nice and supportive people helping them.
jazzdiva04 1 year ago
Ignorant haters who don´t know who we are and what we´ve been through have NO RIGHT to judge people who, as a last resort, have elected to WORK HARD (no lazy asses that I´ve seen in this community) to finally get a grip on their weight and health. All I can say, is that you have motivated us NOT to get the surgery, but to look behind the weight and to deal with the reasons why we are addicted to food. I know that it´s typical here on yt to bash people as a sport, but not in our community.
jazzdiva04 1 year ago
It's the haters that make it soooo important to make these videos because they really have no clue! Being a WLS advocate and spreading the truth instead of all the speculations that society have is crucial. You are doing great and the haters don't even deserve an explanation.
bethplone 1 year ago
LORD....who in the world is sooooooooo bitter! I would hate to be her and her muffin top!
cufola 1 year ago 3
@cufola: LMAO
Kellawanda 1 year ago
I think you are so brave and awsome!! I have been researching the sleeve procedure an would like to know what doctor did your operation? Can you tell me? To the haters---mom always said if you have nothing nice to say, be quiet.
lesweg 1 year ago
can we say BLOCK THEM!!!!!!!!! and of course pray for them. They obviously are lacking something within themselves if they feel the need to lash out at others. People that think wls is the easy way out are not educated on weight loss surgery. Love your videos!
olive4beauty 1 year ago
I am so sorry that you have had such horrid messages - you have helped me so much. Yours were some of the first videos that I ever watched and you speak so much sense and make me really think in a new way about what I am doing - thank you so much!!
skinnybrit2b 1 year ago
when i decided to have weight lost surgery 8 weeks ago there was 2 woman who told me oh dont do it, your gonna be sick, blah blah...now those 2 people are trying to get this surgery, knowone knows how we feel or why we did this, i did it because i was getting bad diabetis and very high blood pressure..diets werent working i just didnt have will power,this way now i have to eat right..so good for you, thanks for posting this video.
garrettmaria74 1 year ago
I think ur doing a great job. All those HATERS r just JEALOUS either because they don't have the money or insurance that will pay for there WLS. It is not the easy way out it's to improve our health and live a longer healthy life. It's not that easy we need to put 110% and more into it.... I can't wait to have my surgery soon(:
pinky1948yay 1 year ago
There are so many people out there who judge without truly understanding. The surgery for me is a life long tool to ensure my health. If this is the "extreme" to which we (wls patients) have to go to to ensure a healthy and long life then who are these haters to judge that. I completely agree with everything said to the haters, it is an individual's choice. And there are, as you said, plenty of people who are encouragers not downers and we just have to find those people. Thanks for this video.
LapBandChick2010 1 year ago
These haters don't understand the process. I thought about my surgery for 5yrs before doing it. I am so glad I did, just like you, to have that added help to get it off. We know the wt doesn't come off without diet & exercise & the haters think it just comes off by itself with surg. Ignorance is the problem with haters & they speak to quickly about subjects they know very little about. The misconception is we are fat & lazy. Carrying an extra 80 to 100lbs is not easy & we did it everyday.
wade2uskinny 1 year ago
u are very beautiful today , looking gorgeous these days!!!!!!!!
dollyremo1 1 year ago
Enjoyed your video so much...especially the spiritual part. By the way you look amazing in this video. Sounds like you are crazy busy. Good luck with everything!!
acitygirlintexas 1 year ago