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13 Months Post-Op
on June 15, 2008 4:30 pm
Well, it's been 2 months since my last update so I guess it's time again.  I don't really have much to add other than I'm now holding steady between 120 - 124.  I did get as low as 118 but quickly realized I didn't like it there.  Not quite sure what I did to get back to the 120 mark but that's okay as long as I stay here.  This morning I was exactly 120.0 according to my scale.  I've been eating about 1000 calories a day ~ some days I get to 1030 others I get to 980.  It's a lot of work this adding calories.  I'm enjoying trying out new recipes.  I never really enjoyed cooking before but now find it interesting.  I must admit that figuring the calorie/fat/protein in the new recipes is a bit of an obsession now but it's fun.  
I'm still not able to tolerate red meat, pasta, rice, cow's milk, or sugar over 9grams or a combine sugar/sugar alcohol of 12.  I'm still adjusting but obsessively searching sites to find good recipes that I like and can be family friendly.
I have a new horse and she's wonderful.  Her registered name is Biscotte and her barn name is Birdie.  I'm having some difficulty finding the energy to ride sometimes but I'm working through that and trying my best.  I'm hoping to show her this coming weekend.
My kids are a blast!  They are getting so big so fast.  The new daycare is working out marvously ~ they so enjoy it!
Well...it's bathtime so I'm off to give 2 tired kids a bath.  Thank you for taking the time to read my blog. 
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Beyond 1 year
on April 13, 2008 4:46 am
I thought it was time for another update...been a month.  I had my 1 year post-op check-up on 3/27 .  My bloodwork looks perfect according to my surgeon ~ I feel wonderful!!  He would like to see me gain 10-15 pounds as I am 13 pounds below my ideal weight for my height.  I should be between 135/146 and I'm at 123.  Well...WTF???  I have never, nor ever dreamed, I would be told I needed to GAIN weight after working so hard to lose it.  Kinda funny and really hard for my mind to grasp at this time.  The Nut. wants me to add up to 400 extra calories at day.  My PCP suggested this back in February.  So, I've been working on it and have successfully added 150 in the past month.  I will attempt to bump it up another 50 - 100 calories at the beginning of May.  I decided if I add slowly my body should tolerate it better.
I started riding again now that the weather is better.  It's been a little difficult with my new work schedule but I'm trying to get in twice a week at least.  I'm hoping to go today when the kids are down for a nap!!  I did get time in enough to ride 2 horses on Wed!!!  Yesterday was beautiful but I opted to play with the kids.
I took my wedding ring in to be resized.  It can't be  because it has a design all the way around.  I did have my diamond sent out and will take my Mother's ring and family ring in to be redone this week.  Guess I just get a new wedding band  hubby's going to love that!!
Life is good...I'm very happy!!!  I never dreamed my life could be so different in a matter of 1 year.  1 year ago I was in ICU suffering and fully regretting my decision to have this surgery.  Now...it's the best thing I could have ever done for myself.
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I did it...I did it...I did it
on March 12, 2008 3:05 am
I got on the scale this morning and it said 124.6!!!!!  I'm the weight I was in 5th grade when that nasty nurse weighed me and said I was overweight...the beginning of my issues (I was 11 for crying out loud).  So now I'm happy and really need to maintain but I'm scared to try...don't want to gain anything back!!  But, I've got to stop losing.  My BMI is 22.6 so it's getting low, in my opinion.  I see the Dr. & Nut on the 27th for my 1yr follow-up, even though my surgery date was 4/9.
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Got the job
on March 4, 2008 5:27 pm

So, I got the job and accepted it!!  Yeah and OH MY GOD.   I start on Monday 3/10.  I've been going through so many emotions leaving my job and friends of 13 years for something new and no friends.  Wow, so unlike me.  I've been struggling with the scale too.  It was stuck at 129 but I made it to 127.6 on Sunday.  I've been struggling to get in 800 calories and would like to bump up to 900 but I'm so double-minded about it.  Eat more??  I worked so hard to get where I am I don't want to risk gaining.  Spring is almost here so I will be able to ride on a regular basis which will increase my exercise a ton.  That should help.  My first show (competition) is May 17th and I'm so looking forward to it. 

Okay I'm rambling and need to get my mind straightened out...thank  you for listening.

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A life's decision
on February 17, 2008 4:36 am

As many of you read yesterday I'm contemplating changing jobs.  This is so very emotional for me.  I hate change and next to my surgery this is probably the hardest decision to make.  I've been at my current job for 13 years.  I love my job but there is no room for to move up the ladder as they say.  I've been training for 3 years and it's so much fun...that is what the new job will be, if I get it.  I have an interview on Tuesday and I'm so very nervous but excited at the same time.  I may be putting the cart before the horse because who knows they may not even offer me the job.  My deciding factor will be the amount of pay and if I can get affordable health insurance for me and my family.  Oh well...just have to wait and see I guess.  Thank you all for listening to my rambling.  I appreciate it.

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Were to begin...I had WLS on April 9, 2007 by Dr. Jamie Loggins.  I began the process on November 2, 2006 weighing in at 286 pounds.  As of Monday 12/31/07 I weigh 141 pounds!  I've gone from a 26/28 to a 8/10.
This has been a very difficult process with some severe complications and struggles with the "new pouch".  I'm finally getting a grasp on the new me and am Lovin' it!!
My life is my family:  My husband, son (3 1/2) and my daughter (2).  
I ride to live and live to ride.  My horse that is.
I work full-time with adults with developemental disabilities in Lewiston.  I've been doing this for 12 years.  I'm lucky to say I enjoy going to work every day.
I don't mind sharing my experiences so if you have questions...ASK!!!