debyo84
First day back at work
Aug 20, 2009
Today was my first day back at work. It went better than I expected. Everyone noticed my weight loss and complimented me!! I could definitely tell when putting on my scrubs this morning. I don't know how much longer the pants are going to stay on me!! They are so big. I can't believe I've already shrunk that much.
I'm fighting a bit of depression lately. I really want to be involved in a support group but there is not one in my area. I know there are a lot of people who have had surgery. I'm hoping maybe I can start one but I really don't know where to begin.
Well it is time to get ready for my walk. I'm walking 2 miles now. I was walking 4 before surgery but right now I'm not feeling that I can do 4. It is so hot here I can't wait for it to cool down a bit and then I'll get back to my 4.
I'm so thankful for havingt this surgery and changing my life. It is definitely a challenge everyday.
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I'm fighting a bit of depression lately. I really want to be involved in a support group but there is not one in my area. I know there are a lot of people who have had surgery. I'm hoping maybe I can start one but I really don't know where to begin.
Well it is time to get ready for my walk. I'm walking 2 miles now. I was walking 4 before surgery but right now I'm not feeling that I can do 4. It is so hot here I can't wait for it to cool down a bit and then I'll get back to my 4.
I'm so thankful for havingt this surgery and changing my life. It is definitely a challenge everyday.
Home and doing well
Aug 09, 2009
Well, I made it through surgery and the first week very well. I did have an issue with foamies and getting fluids in right after surgery, but got sick to my stomach and everything was fine. I'm having a problem getting all my protein and water in. I'm trying to constantly keep a bottle of water with me. I'm just not used to drinking so much so that is a new habit I will quickly have to form. Today I'm going to start my exercise. I'm going to go to the gym and either walk on the treadmill or workout on the Nu Step which is basically the elliptical sitting down. I need to make an appointment with the exercise physiologist to come up with a good toning workout as well otherwise the bat-wings will be flapping high and mighty before I know it!!! So far, I'm so pleased with the my rny. I believe I have made the right choice for me. I'm excited for all the experiences and opportunities that lie ahead. I look forward to building a stronger relationship with my husband as we get our bodies fit and eat healthier. And I most look forward to food not ruling my life anymore.
I know the road ahead is difficult and that I will be faced with many challenges, but I feel that I'm strong and have the strength within myself to conquer the bumps, mountains and curves ahead!
Today is packing day!
Aug 01, 2009
Today, I start packing for my surgery. I will be having surgery on Monday August 3rd. We will going to San Antonio on Sunday and I'll be starting my colon cleanse....Yippee!! Monday surgery. Stay a couple nights in the hospital and then the rest of the week in San Antonio at a hotel. I'm excited and anxious! I pray that everything will go well. I'm so ready to start new and not let food run my life. I'm excited for all the new adventures that will happen, all the WOW moments yet to come, to be healthy, and not be afraid to live my life!!!
Let the journey begin!
Pre-op today
Jul 22, 2009
I drove to San Antonio for my pre-op. Got everything down and ready to go. My surgery date is coming fast. The liquid diet is going good. I think I have everything set up to bring with me for my surgery and stay in San Antonio. We hit a huge storm coming home but am glad to be home safe now.
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Got my date!
Jul 14, 2009
After 7 months of preparation for surgery, I finally have a date!! August 2nd, 2009. I'm so excited!! I feel as if I have worn a fat suit my whole adult life. I always wished I could unzip it and step out of it. Unfortunately, it isn't that easy! I have done this to myself and now I'm ready to undo this suit and set myself free. I feel extremely lucky and blessed to have this opportunity to change my life. This is the best gift ever. This new tool I'll be getting will change my life forever. I'm going to embrace every minute of it, good or bad. I know that this is going to probably be the hardest thing I've ever done, but one that is for the better for me, my family, my health, my LIFE!! About Me
San Angelo, TX
Location
29.2
BMI
Surgery
08/03/2009
Surgery Date
Apr 22, 2009
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