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on May 7, 2008 1:36 pm
I am not sure how this blog thing works, but the way I see it, it is more of an online diary that can become interactive. I am reaching 6 years post op on May 30. I currently weigh 167 pounds. Today I am on Day 3 of the Pouch Test. I have had some gourmet cottage cheese with egg and tuna with egg. I have been taking my supplements pretty faithfully - never want to part from that!
I guess I am starting this because of accountability. I am one of those that never reached goal. My doctor's goal for me (BMI chart) was 144. I made it to 152 (for a day, maybe). Within a year of being under 160, I went to 170. I stayed in the 168-173 range for a couple of years.
In March of 2006, my son started going to the hospital. We were there, literally, one week a month for about a year. SInce then we have been there twice - his visits are usually 5-10 days.
Anyway, I digressed, I also went back to school during this time - not the best timing, but I was already registered when my son became ill.
AND tot op it off, my support group was starting to separate - each lady going her own way. ANd so.... I ballooned up to 185 pounds. I got nervous and my doctor (PCP) gave me phentermine for a month to kick start a 'diet' plan for me.
I was not able to take them because they cause me headaches. The good thing is I finished school (3/07) and I started walking the dog - to Starbuck's. I lost a couple of pounds through walking. But maintained because of Starbuck's - man they're addicting!
I had a torsoplasty done 7/07 and my weight went down to 155. I had not realized I liked being between 155 and 160. I was a size 4 and I like the way clothes fit on me.
I started working at a new school and with all the stress and 'newness' I began to graze. and graze. and graze. To a point that last week I weighed myself and I was 172. I got very nervous about that and decided I needed to do something about it.
The first thing was to realize I need to get rid of the carbs! So... I got my Achiev Ones together and I began 5/5 the 5DPT. The first two days were hard because I wanted to chew, but I didn't. Today is Day 3 and I am feeling better (and full) because I ate something, but I still want the 'crunch' of of something.
This has been the most emotional ride I have been on. And I now realize that I will be on this ride the rest of my life.
The most important thing I am getting out of the last few days is that I NEED to follow my doctor's protocols for post-op. I really should be eating a modified Atkins type of diet. I should be limiting my carbs. I should be exercising. I should be drinking my water. I should be taking those vitamin supplements. Ahhhhh.... the reminder of all things I committed to when I first had the surgery.
AND... the need for support. I came back to OH after having been 'gone' for a while and found a wonderful Cali family - supportive, friendly, funny and wise. Without the accountability it is difficult to maintain and, support groups, not only give support, but are also there to help you get back on track.
I am not sure how often I will post here, but I think it is time I give the story of a long term post op and the struggles we still have in maintaining the weight loss and fighting the food/carb demons.
Be the first to leave a comment.I guess I am starting this because of accountability. I am one of those that never reached goal. My doctor's goal for me (BMI chart) was 144. I made it to 152 (for a day, maybe). Within a year of being under 160, I went to 170. I stayed in the 168-173 range for a couple of years.
In March of 2006, my son started going to the hospital. We were there, literally, one week a month for about a year. SInce then we have been there twice - his visits are usually 5-10 days.
Anyway, I digressed, I also went back to school during this time - not the best timing, but I was already registered when my son became ill.
AND tot op it off, my support group was starting to separate - each lady going her own way. ANd so.... I ballooned up to 185 pounds. I got nervous and my doctor (PCP) gave me phentermine for a month to kick start a 'diet' plan for me.
I was not able to take them because they cause me headaches. The good thing is I finished school (3/07) and I started walking the dog - to Starbuck's. I lost a couple of pounds through walking. But maintained because of Starbuck's - man they're addicting!
I had a torsoplasty done 7/07 and my weight went down to 155. I had not realized I liked being between 155 and 160. I was a size 4 and I like the way clothes fit on me.
I started working at a new school and with all the stress and 'newness' I began to graze. and graze. and graze. To a point that last week I weighed myself and I was 172. I got very nervous about that and decided I needed to do something about it.
The first thing was to realize I need to get rid of the carbs! So... I got my Achiev Ones together and I began 5/5 the 5DPT. The first two days were hard because I wanted to chew, but I didn't. Today is Day 3 and I am feeling better (and full) because I ate something, but I still want the 'crunch' of of something.
This has been the most emotional ride I have been on. And I now realize that I will be on this ride the rest of my life.
The most important thing I am getting out of the last few days is that I NEED to follow my doctor's protocols for post-op. I really should be eating a modified Atkins type of diet. I should be limiting my carbs. I should be exercising. I should be drinking my water. I should be taking those vitamin supplements. Ahhhhh.... the reminder of all things I committed to when I first had the surgery.
AND... the need for support. I came back to OH after having been 'gone' for a while and found a wonderful Cali family - supportive, friendly, funny and wise. Without the accountability it is difficult to maintain and, support groups, not only give support, but are also there to help you get back on track.
I am not sure how often I will post here, but I think it is time I give the story of a long term post op and the struggles we still have in maintaining the weight loss and fighting the food/carb demons.
