ONE YEAR SURGIVERSARY
Well, the weather is about the same - cold, sunny and clear skies. I was hopeful and thankful on my way to the hospital in Guelph, and even more so today.
Like all of us, I had "number" goals I wanted to achieve: hit onederland - check, hit my first goal of 175 - check, lose 100 lbs. - check, hit my wedding weight of 157.5 (weighed in this morning at 157.6 so I consider this a check), and hit normal BMI (154) - soon to be checked.
What I have learned to be more important than the numbers is the virtual and real feeling of freedom. My schedule is set most days and I eat what and when I should and thankfully, for the most part, don't experience much temptation. I am good not eating starches and added sugar over 10 grams. I have the odd gingerbread cookie and yogurt popsicle, and eat berries and plain yogurt with sweetener instead. None of this is easy, but it is a conscious choice. My "treats" over the years and the "freedom" of eating what I want when I wanted was no freedom at all. I was unable to be as active as I once was - which added to more restrictions and a higher weight gain.
I can now paddle in a canoe, walk easily without being winded, I'm going white water rafting in May with my husband on a trip to Tennessee, and can go into any store trying on a size 10 or small/medium and it fits. I'm sleeping well, eating well, exercising regularly and will measure to see the overall reduction in my measurements - knowing it will be a massive change.
I can honestly say this is the best choice I have ever made for myself concerning my health. And the support, advice and encouragement I have received from members and friends from this site has made all of the difference in the world.
I thank the taxpayers of the Province of Ontario for their gift and I will repay them by not developing diabetes, needing a knee replacement, nor having a stroke or a heart attack (lol). Truly though, we are fortunate to have such a program that provides us with the "tool" towards better health. How we use it though will determine our long term success and I don't plan on failing.
Thank you. I wish you all continued success.
Linda
Orientation: June 29th, 2016, Surgery March 22, 2017. Pre-surgery: 16 lbs, (Size 2x, 18/20), M1: 19 lbs. (Size 1x, 16/18), M2: 13 lbs. (Size 16, XL) M3: 10 lbs. (Size 14/16, large). M4: 6 lbs. (Size 14, large/medium). M5: 10 lbs. (Size 14, solid medium - lol), M6: 9 lbs. (Size 12, medium). M7: 8 lbs. (Size 10/12 and small/medium). M8: 7 lbs. (Size 10 and small/medium). M9: 2 lbs. (Size 8/10 - small/medium). Lost 100 lbs by Month 9! M10: 5 lbs. M11: 4 lbs. One year: 6 lbs. Total 111 lbs. lost!
Love ALL of this, but especially "None of this is easy, but it is a conscious choice." - SO TRUE!
CONGRATS on your surgiversary!!! Sounds like it has been a great year and that you are continuing to put this tool to work in the best way. I'm so happy for you. I know that you are an inspiration to others as you have truly inspired me throughout my WLS journey. Keep up the great work, and enjoy your white-water rafting trip - that sounds like a lot of fun.
Surgery Jun.2/17 at TWH ----- HW 215 - SW 197.2 - GW 125 CW 124.6
Pre-Op=8.8lbs --- Optifast= 8.4 (was on it for 9 days due to cancellation)
M1 - 20.6... M2 -10.2... M3 -8.0... M4 -5.8... M5 -9.0... M6 -5.2... M7 -7.0... M8 -2.2... M9 -0.9... M10 -2.6... M11-0.6... M12-2.0
And you inspire me! Thank you and continued success.
Orientation: June 29th, 2016, Surgery March 22, 2017. Pre-surgery: 16 lbs, (Size 2x, 18/20), M1: 19 lbs. (Size 1x, 16/18), M2: 13 lbs. (Size 16, XL) M3: 10 lbs. (Size 14/16, large). M4: 6 lbs. (Size 14, large/medium). M5: 10 lbs. (Size 14, solid medium - lol), M6: 9 lbs. (Size 12, medium). M7: 8 lbs. (Size 10/12 and small/medium). M8: 7 lbs. (Size 10 and small/medium). M9: 2 lbs. (Size 8/10 - small/medium). Lost 100 lbs by Month 9! M10: 5 lbs. M11: 4 lbs. One year: 6 lbs. Total 111 lbs. lost!
Happy surgiversary and congratulations on all your successes!!!! You truly are an inspiration. :)
Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. Choose happy. 
Opti -10 / M1 -25.5 / M2 -10 / M3 -14.5 / M4 -13 / M5 -10 / M6 -5.5 / M7 -9.5 / M8 -13.5 / M9 -0.5 / M10 -2.5 / M11 -2.5 / M12 +2 / M13 -5.5
Century Club and Onederland in month 7!!
on 3/22/18 9:58 am
Thanks for sharing, it's great to hear from someone who has successfully used the tool we have been given. I hope to follow in your footsteps:)
Orientation Oct 24, 2017 at Humber; Meet surgeon Dec 12/17. Internist Jan 24/18; SW/Nut/nurse appt Feb 15/18;surgery March 19/18
Opti -12; M1 -25; M2 -18; M3- 18 M4-9 M5-11 M6-7
I know it only gets harder, so I'm also hoping that I will have the same to report a year from now.
Orientation: June 29th, 2016, Surgery March 22, 2017. Pre-surgery: 16 lbs, (Size 2x, 18/20), M1: 19 lbs. (Size 1x, 16/18), M2: 13 lbs. (Size 16, XL) M3: 10 lbs. (Size 14/16, large). M4: 6 lbs. (Size 14, large/medium). M5: 10 lbs. (Size 14, solid medium - lol), M6: 9 lbs. (Size 12, medium). M7: 8 lbs. (Size 10/12 and small/medium). M8: 7 lbs. (Size 10 and small/medium). M9: 2 lbs. (Size 8/10 - small/medium). Lost 100 lbs by Month 9! M10: 5 lbs. M11: 4 lbs. One year: 6 lbs. Total 111 lbs. lost!
So wonderful Linda!!! Makes me happy to read every word. You've worked so hard and now it's time to reap the benefits! Congratulations!!
Feb 17/16 - orientation TWH | March 3/16 - nurse | Nov 22/16 - Phone call f/u re-entry | Oct 18/16 - nurse | Nov 29/16 - nut class | Feb 16/17 - social worker | March 7/17 - nut apt | March 22/17 - psych apt | March 30/17 - team approved | May 5/17 - surgeon apt | June 8/17 - endoscopy | Sept 22/17 SURGERY RNY @TWH
And look at you - almost 100 lbs! You must feel great. I remain a thankful traveler on the road towards better health. Cheers.
Orientation: June 29th, 2016, Surgery March 22, 2017. Pre-surgery: 16 lbs, (Size 2x, 18/20), M1: 19 lbs. (Size 1x, 16/18), M2: 13 lbs. (Size 16, XL) M3: 10 lbs. (Size 14/16, large). M4: 6 lbs. (Size 14, large/medium). M5: 10 lbs. (Size 14, solid medium - lol), M6: 9 lbs. (Size 12, medium). M7: 8 lbs. (Size 10/12 and small/medium). M8: 7 lbs. (Size 10 and small/medium). M9: 2 lbs. (Size 8/10 - small/medium). Lost 100 lbs by Month 9! M10: 5 lbs. M11: 4 lbs. One year: 6 lbs. Total 111 lbs. lost!
I still have a lot of work to do yet, but definitely feeling much better than I was! This is such a better path than the ones we were on. Very fortunate for this incredible opportunity. So happy for you Linda :)
Feb 17/16 - orientation TWH | March 3/16 - nurse | Nov 22/16 - Phone call f/u re-entry | Oct 18/16 - nurse | Nov 29/16 - nut class | Feb 16/17 - social worker | March 7/17 - nut apt | March 22/17 - psych apt | March 30/17 - team approved | May 5/17 - surgeon apt | June 8/17 - endoscopy | Sept 22/17 SURGERY RNY @TWH
Great post. Congratulations on your new found freedom. I wish nothing but the best as you continue in your journey. You are such an inspiration to us all.
Referral - May 31/17; Orientation - June 15/17; First Appt Nurse - June 26/17; Bloodwork and ECG - June 27/17; Sleep Study - July 5/17; Dietician Appt - July 10/17; Counsellor Appt - July 10/17; Abdominal Ultrasound - July 10/17: Endoscopy/Colonoscopy - July 25/17; Second Dietician Appt - September 14/17; Internist Appt - October 2/17; Meet the Surgeon - November 21/17; Pre Surgery Nutrition Class - January 12/18; Surgery - January 16/18
