Diva70
Quick Update
May 02, 2011
OK, please forgive me. I have been neglecting to chart my progress. Funny how before the surgery, i needed to express myself more often because it was therapeutic to get it out.... now.... I just take it as it comes.Let me start with the disclaimer. I have not been exercising. I know - that is terrible. I am on my feet most of the day with my job and by the time i get home, i am exhausted. I have got to do better! I will do better! (smile)
I am still losing and should hit the century mark this week (9 weeks post op down 36 lbs. - which is about 4 lbs a week - i will take it!) I am watching what I eat and avoiding carbs. I have had a few and they make me feel real sluggish, so i just avoid them because i know they spike my blood sugar too much. I know i am still anemic. I take the iron, but i am so cold all the time....plus i have been eating a lot of ice and i know i need to get that under control....anywho
I am so thankful for this opportunity. Despite the loose skin it is so worth it. Speaking about loose skin, it is EVERYWHERE...LOL Thighs - terrible, Tummy - oh my.... Breasts....loosing weight and not perky...hummmm even my old double chin has loose skin -which i HATE!!!!! I'm not sure what i will want to fix first (lol)
The overall feeling though is one of health. My body feels so different. I can stand for long periods of time, I can walk around and not be tired or jog up the steps. My blood pressure is wonderful, my menstral cycle is regular and MUCH lighter, and my sugar levels are great. Is it worth the loose skin? MOST DEFINITELY!
So, here is the news. I am 31 lbs from my original goal weight, and 50 lbs from what the chart says I should be. I honestly think i will make it past my personal goal weight by August. I am excited about all the new possibilities and the opportunity to be a better me!
