That was the fastest 16 pounds I've ever lost. i imagine most of it is water, and I expect a much slower pace of weight loss moving forward.
I'm still having some pain, although tolerable, at my incision sites. I was told at one of my post-op classes, that I could be in some pain for weeks to come. I was hoping that was not the case. One other strange thing is that my belly is still swollen, and I can't button my pre-op jeans, which kind of amazes me, given that I'm down 16 pounds.

Good things:
Very low grocery bills
Saving money by not eating out
Time to catch up on some things at home

Not so good things:
Still in a little pain
Miss having meals with my family
Tired, Tired, Tired by 2:00 in the afternoon....where is my energy??

Today I went to the group session offered by Henry Ford Hospital for Post Op Bariatric patients. It was very informative sharing all kinds of ideas with those who are in the middle of their journey. It was a great session, but I heard about ways people cheat . Why would anyone want to cheat after going through all of this? RESPECT THE POUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

On another note, I was able to put in 30 min. on the Wii today, and it kicked my butt. I was not where near my previous ranks, but I've got to say, my belly still is very, very sore.
I'm still waking every morning in a cold sweat, smelling of all the drugs that was pumped into me during surgery..yuk!!!
Any tips?

It's been almost a week, and I can't believe how much I've gone through in this short amount of time. God Bless my husband. Without him, this week would have been much more difficult. My face is changing before me, and I assume my body will soon follow. It is weird that the change is so fast. It is almost unsettling. I've met lots of e-friends who have supported me through this decision. Thank You All. My body reminds me often, that there has been an "assault", and right when I feel normal, I'm reminded to take it easy. I've never wanted to pass gas in the past, but I do now.

I love some of the goals I've seen. They gave me some great ideas. I think I might ship my large clothes to Haitti or maybe Chile.
I'm beyond a mini skirt, but wouldn't if be fun to wear those skinny jeans? I don't think I ever could, I'm just not built for that, but it's fun to think about.
I live near a great bike trail, and I announced to my husband today that it's time for me to go to the bike store and join the fun. I envy the people who look so healthy and happy enjoying their jogs, bike riding and hikes, and now, we can all join them soon. Look out Paint Creek...here I come!
I am getting a little nervous...not so much about the surgery, as I have confidence in the team, but in the changes ahead. It's kind of scary. Even though I hate being fat, it's all I;ve know for years, and it's hard to imagine changing that. I'm having a hard time wrapping my head around that.
Thanks everyone for your support.