Well, things have been great!  No fussies!  Then the pain hit!!!!  Apparently, I was having a gall bladder attack.  So, after a week and some tests it was decided that I needed to have my gall bladder removed b/c it was only functioning at 11%.  Now, it has been exactly a week since I had it removed and I am doing great.  I'm still a little sore, but it isn't anything that I can't deal with.  It was a very simple surgery.  I went in, had my gall bladder out, and was back home that afternoon.  I slept lots for the first few days and had to take it easy.  My mom has been helping me with the kids and driving me where I needed to go.  I am thankful for the help!!!  :)  Now, I expect more smooth sailing from here on out.  

My weight loss has been pretty good.  I try not to obsess about it....so, I'm not a huge counter.  I just try to watch what I eat and stick to my PROTIEN first rule!  And hydration (ugh, the hardest thing ever....and there is nothing that I really like to drink anymore!!!)  My doctor seems pleased with my progress....I feel like I should be further along on some days but then I realize......for 7 months and losing over 80lbs that is pretty remarkable!!!!  :)  So for now, I will try to be happy with my accomplishments that I have reached so far.  And will enjoy many more to come, I'm sure!  ;)