Thank you for sharing that Kelt.
I know it's a bit scary to be that personal....but I really do think it helps us to be real with each other.
I've heard the "two years" to regenerate figure a few places and it makes sense...the skin is our biggest organ; it isn't just a covering...so it takes time for cells to change over.
I've also heard that losing weight slowly helps (yay us for doing it the sensible way!
), drinking lots of water to stay hydrated, eating lots of lean protein and working out to keep and build muscle (which helps keep the skin supported and filled out somewhat).
And, yes, I've heard that those of us who are older, or who have been overweight for a long time, have it harder when it comes to the loose skin situation. I know it has to be incredibly hard to deal with...but I also congratulate you for losing 145 lbs...that's an amazing and wonderful thing to do for your health and well-being - regardless of the skin issue.
Hugs.