Several of you have asked to see some photos of my body-in-progress as I’m journeying along to my new self.

I haven’t been all that diligent about taking pictures of myself on a regular basis. I think I am so used to NOT wanting pictures of me that I have just completely forgotten to.

But last week, while I was at Mom’s, I knew I just HAD to have a picture…

You see, Mom found a dress that I last wore when I attended a friend’s wedding – ten years ago. I was just a few weeks pregnant with Big Girl at the time (although I didn’t know it yet) and I think that was the last time I was even remotely “skinny.”

So, just for fun, I tried on the dress last Saturday night. Imagine my surprise when it actually FIT!! WOW!

Not the most flattering picture in terms of my hair/face (I was hot & tired) but I am so happy about the BODY part that I don’t really care.

This is the night before surgery:

And five months later:

I still have a ways to go, but it sure feels nice to see some progress.