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My surgeon has now started a new group thing. Every 4 months we a group of patients that have similar surgery dates come together and meet up with a social worker. She asked us how things are going and warned that some of us may go through a bit of depression. I can assure that most of us there were not even close to that! We were all very pleased with are choice to have surgery. We actually kinda blended her out of our discussions and just talked about us. It was nice to hear some stories and how others are doing that are at the same length out from surgery. 
I was able to step on the scale at the doctors office though. That scale tells you so much, I'm surprised it doesn't tell you your future. But I was pleased to learn that I am at the BMI of 26.8. It tells you your predicted weight... mine was 123lbs. HOLY COW!!!!! I don't think I will even think of that as my goal. I am aiming for 135, I think If I go any lower, I'll disappear! 

I cannot believe how fast these 4 months have gone. It's amazing. I am really slowing down on my weight loss now, which is good. I don't think I want to lose too much more. I am down to a size 8/10 pant, WOW! I haven't been this small since middle school. I hear alot from my friends that I shouldn't lose more weight or I'll start looking too skinny and unhealthy. I am hoping to drop just another 10-15 and I will be all set. But who knows, I'm only at my 4 month marker. I just hope that my health continues to be good. I am doing really well with the protein and fluid intake. I am walking 3-4 times a week.  I am following all of my dietary rules, still no carbs yet. It's not too hard. I am finding that my breakfast is always a protein bar. I never was a breakfast eater, so that seems to be pretty easy. Each one contains 19-20g of Protein, less than 6g of Fat, and less than 5g of Sugar. It's a Pure Protein bar, comes in a box of six. I can only find them at walmart or online.
Well I have a meeting with the behavioral health lady at the surgeons office (everyone has to do it at 4 months) this week. It should be nice and quick. Then in June I have have a bunch of appointments at my 6 month marker. The dietitian, the surgeon, and my family doctor. Dr. Gluck's office warned me to wear something nice because they'll be taking my picture. For some reason, I don't really mind it now. I guess that's a good sign! lol
That's all for now. Have a wonderful week. Hopefully the sun will be shining where ever you are!

Wow, the time has certainly gone by quick. This coming week I will have another checkup. I had my labs drawn this week for that upcoming appointment. My family doctor let me sneak a look, WOW! My triglycerides have dropped from 1500 before surgery down to 200 now. It's still not perfect according to the American Medical Association, but it's a whole lot better for sure! My vitamin levels are doing good.
Now that the weather has warmed up, I'm doing alot of walking. I take my black lab, Ebony, with me all the time. We have a beautiful trail right by our house that takes us down along the local river. Yesterday, we spooked about 20 turkeys back there! I have a goal set that by the end of this summer I will climb Mt. Baldhead. It's a BIG hill in Saugatuck, MI, down by where my parents live. It's 282 steps to the top. I have never attempted the climb, so we'll see how I do. Here is a link if you want to see... http://www.trails.com/tcatalog_trail.aspx?trailid=HGM056-037
So that is all for now. I am feeling great. I would recommend this to anyone! If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.