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Stats as of Post-op
Type of surgery: Open RNY proximal: 80 cm of the proximal limb rerouted
6/4/03 Pre-op weight 300 BMI 53.1
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June 2008--5 Year Anniversary
6/4/08 Weight: 155 BMI:27.4
To know me is to know that for the last 5 years, I have been obsessed with my Weight Loss Surgery. (WLS)
Today marks a milestone for me; I have maintained my weight and healthy way of living. I am not at my all time lowest weight, but I do not wish to be a thin stick person who feels unhealthy.
I keep my weight steady between 150-160 depending on the time of year and lack of exercise. I still struggle with my favorite foods and I pay the price LOL.. It was never a cure all for my problems, it was a way for me to lose the weight quickly and get on with the rest of my life.
Phase One is over, I know how to maintain my current weight and eating regime. It is now time to go into Phase Two. |
Phase Two is the removal of all excess skin; yes I am going to get rid of my security blanket of skin.
I am not sure of the exact date of the plastic surgery, can I even call it plastic surgery, more like Reconstructive surgery. I like body Morphing surgery. My days as a Caterpillar are coming to a close; I will soon start cocooning, and then emerge the butterfly. I just love a good metaphor!!
Thank you to all my loved ones who have been my rock, who have secretly rolled their eyes and say to themselves SHIT not another story about her WLS!! Thank you for being there, picking me up when I was unable to make it one more step. Thank you for being the people who knew me when and still knows me now!!
January 2006
2nd—29 Months –Post Op
Weight 135
Holding steady off of meds since Oct 31st, 2005. Nursing program over and I am done with school for now.
Happy New Year
October 2005
26th--28 Months Post-OP
Weight 134 BMI 23.7
Hi All
Staying busy with Nursing school and looking for a part time holiday job to help pay the bills. Last weekend I did a Handfasting and I needed to wear my corset, that I bought last year and boy was surprised to find it was too large! I admit I looked great in the dress even though my girls were not as high as I wanted them to be. Oh Well someday I will have that boob lit and tummy tuck.
I am on the home stretch of my Interferon treatment and I am really happy to be almost done!
Good luck to all Pre-op's and keep up the great work all you Post OP's.
August 2005
27th
Weight 139 lbs and holding
Hi all I am holding my own. I am getting excited I am starting classes for nursing in Sept. I am looking forward to a new challenge.
July 2005
1st
Weight 140
I went to the GAP today and tried on a pair of low rider jeans in a size 8 and they fit, but I felt the size 10's were a little more roomy. I also was able to wear a xs sweater that was kind of stretchy.
June 2005
12th Day 738
Weight 135 BMI 23.2
My 2nd WLS Anniversary has come & gone and we went out to supper with my father in law. We had a wonderful time! It is amazing the changes in 2 years. When I ordered supper I automatically ask for a take out box and know I will have lunch the next day as I order. I ate a wonderful Chocolate Crème’ Broule’, I spilt it with Grandma and I never even finished it. I saw my surgeon and he said I was looking fantastic! He said many WLS patients regain their weight within the first 2 years and if they don’t their chance for long term success is 85%. I am on of those success stories. My younger son is now 14 and visiting for the summer, he has not seen me in 2 years and I have lost another 45 lbs, since then. I am looking forward to seeing his face and giving him a big hug. He says he is now taller than I! I am still fluctuating in my weight and I am OK with it just depends on the day and what time I weigh. I know I do not update as often but life is aobut the same around here.
May 2005
25th Day 720
Weight 131 BMI 23.2
I am facing my 2 year Post-Op and I can say I am doing great! Besides doing the Chemo treatment. My weight is lower than I would like but I know it will change after chemo is finished. I received a bag of clothes from my sister's friend and I tried on a pair of jeans size 9! I was blown away, they would a lot better if I did not have "Mr.Wrinkles" hanging down in the front. My food choices are about the same getting in my protein first then my carbs. I have an appetite sometimes for candy bars, but I notice 2 bites and I am satisfied. I look forward to the day I can rejoin the gym and get to exercising again. I wish all the post-op people success.
16th 23 months Post-Op
Weight 131 lbs, BMI:23.2
I am just hanging in there meds and all :) I have no problem maintaining my current weight and I only dump when I do not think about what I am putting in my mouth. Last week I did try on my goal jeans that are a size 32 and boy did I get a big surprise they are large on me! I was in shock I never dreamed I would become this thin! I am going to go shopping soon for some smaller jeans.
I wish everyone Good Luck in their journies.
Jezz
March 2005
9th
22 Months Post-op
Weight 136-140 lbs.
I am now down between 136-140lbs, it is due to the medication I am taking. I can honestly say I am not happy being so gaunt and fragile feeling. I know most of it has to do with the meds and I am hoping to get back to the 150 range. On the 18th I will turn 43 and I am looking forward to being healthy again.
February 2005
6th 21 Months Post-OP
I am holding my own between 140-150 lbs. My Hep C doctors want me to stay within this range due to my meds cause me to lose weight. I am wearing sizes 8 or 10, I never thought I would ever maintain these sizes! I gave away of bunch of sizes 36 waisted jeans and I can now squeeze into a pair of 32 button fly's! I am having a hard time looking into the mirror, I feel I look gaunt and hollow eyed. I have a lot of wrinkles around my eyes and the excess skin is getting to me. I am unable to have reconstructive surgery until my Hep C treatment is finished.. I really hope this treatment works, I dislike being sick all of the time. I have zero energy and due to this I took down my website. It is a cold bleary day and I guess my mood reflects that.
January 2005
16th 20 Months Post Op
Weight 140 BMI 24.8
WOO HOO I am finally at my personal weight goal of 140 lbs.!!
I am not doing so well at keeping the weight on that my Hep C doctor wishes I were at, yet I am feeling great to reach my personal goal.
December 2004
6th 19 Months post op
I am doing great I have gained the necesssary weight between 155-160 lbs in order for me to get into the Hep C program. After all of the hard work to lose the weight I was required by my doctor to gain some weight. In order for me to have a buffer of weight to lose. The meds I am taking cause people to lose weight and I need some extra on me **Giggles** I hardly notice the gain excpet on the scale, I am so happy when I look in the mirror or when I try on clothes that at this point I do not care what the scale says, isn't that wonderful? Good luck to all you pre-ops out there!!
September 2004
4th--15 month anniversary! Week 64
Weight 150 lbs Day 454
You can see I have gained 3 lbs. It is under doctors orders, he has asked me to gain to be around 155-160 lbs. Due to I am hopefully going to start treatment for Hep C and if I do this I will lose between 25-30 lbs. I need some buffer weight to lose. I had my liver biopsy this last week with a round of blood tests for the baseline before the treatment starts. I have also been asked not to work out for now due to I am trying to get on permanent disability. My Ortho doctor says my hip replacement is fragile and jarring it would be bad. HUMPH is what I say. Other news I have been cooking home made rolls for my sister in law's upcoming wedding. I make awesome Finnish sweet rolls and fudge. Yesterday I went shopping at
July 2004
23rd
OMG I am one happy woman today.. I went into the mall and stopped in at The Gap to try on some clothes. I am curious on what size I am wearing, so I grabbed a size 10 jeans. They fit and I am so excited, the sales girl said they looked baggy in the butt.. She left and brought back a size 8 jeans. I asked her if she was high?? She shook her head no why?? I said honey I used to be a size 28! She asked when?? I said last year LOL!!
I tried on the 8's and OMG!! they fit!! I am beside myself with happiness only my skin is keeping me together.. I was screaming with joy in the store and I am still wearing my smile!!
Thank you again Dr. Thompson for giving me my life back!! I have never been a size 8 before!!
14th Week 57 Day 406
Weight 145 lbs Loss 2 lbs. BMI 25.7
Hi all!!
I am writing to tell you all that even at 13 months Post-Op there can be problems with the WLS. It started in April; I was woken up at 1AM with an acid reflux moment that lasted 5 hours. SInce then I have had a problem, I have rechecked my diet and I know it is nothing that I have eaten that is causing this. As of yesterday my doctor has ordered Xantac and I need to have my throat scoped! I am so not looking forward to this at all and I am a tad scared that there is something wrong. The whole *what if* thing kicks in. I am trying to stay calm and let it not affect me. In other areas I am feeling great and looking wonderful according to all around me.
Have a great week!
June 2004
4th Happy 1 year WLS anniversary to me!!!!!
Week 52 Weight 147 lbs. Loss 3 lbs. Day 352 BMI 26.0
Post Op Observations: What a wild ride! This has been the most amazing year in my life. I have lost more weight than I ever dreamed possible. Yes I have read about other WLS success stories, but deep down I did not think I would ever be one of them. I must thank my awesome support team you all know who you are! Special Kudo’s to my DH Douglas, he has been my rock through it all and I just wanted you to know that I love you very much and without you none of this would have been possible.
My life is completely different than last year. I can do physical things that I know I was incapable last year. I am finally able to look in the mirror and see the thinner me. Shopping for clothes is a new adventure and I do not dread trying on clothes. The numbers do not mean anything to me anymore. I know I am a solid medium and it is great. I look forward to getting a tummy tuck someday, due to I dislike the bag of wrinkly skin that I carry. I am only 7 lbs. from my personal goal of 140 lbs. and I do not care if I reach it. I am completely happy at 147lbs.
Food:I pretty much eat what I want including sweets. I now just monitor everything into small bites and when I overdue it I pay with the dumping syndrome and it is a constant reminder not to overdue LOL. This week I have reintroduced caffeine in tea form back into my diet, I have really missed caffeine and know that soda is not an option. I even tried a strawberry and I was OK with one! I am still not brave enough to try pizza.
This will be my last entry for awhile. I am updating my pictures on my website.
Thanks again to all!
Jezz
May 2004
6th
WOO HOO today is my friend Doug B. WLS Surgery!! I am off to sit with his wife and my bud Sue in the waiting room. See you on the other side Doug!!!
5th
Week 48 Weight: 150 lbs. Loss 0 lb. Day 336 BMI: 26
Post-Op Observations: Yesterday was my 11th month surgery anniversary and I am not the same person I was this time last year. I look into the mirror and see a happier person.
I am also not worried about the weight numbers anymore. I now bounce between 150-158 lbs. and I am finally OK with that. It is the way I look in my clothes that make me happiest. Yes I admit it would be nice to see what 135 lbs. looks like but I am over obsessing over it. It is nice just to be satisfied with what I see in the mirror.
I started back working on my leather boots and I am hoping they are finished by Friday night. We will see?
Food: I am in maintenance mode right now so I am happy with just eating the normal stuff I have been eating the last few months.
April 2004
30th
I am facing major disappointment today. I have been denied to admitted into the Pegasys Program for Hep C. My insurance company has denied me due to I am not ill enough. Shit how ill does one have to be to be treated? Waiting for a liver transplant ill? I think I will go back to bed. I don't have any energy to even work on my leather boots. Ciao
28th Week 47 Day 329
Weight: 150 lbs. Loss 1 lb. BMI: 26
Post-Op Observations: Greetings everyone!! Well I am in maintenance mode at the moment. I am awaiting approval to start Interferon program called Pegasys. This program will make my body lose another 25-30lbs. My doctor has requested of me to stay between 150-160 lbs. This gives me a buffer of weight to lose. I am still waiting approval from my insurance company. Depending on cost I may or may not be able to afford this program.
I must say it is difficult to maintain this weight, I am eating the bad food and pasta first and I continue to lose. I have even downsized my exercise to help me not to lose anymore weight. My size 12 shorts are getting big on me and my collarbones are really beginning to show. I have lost my “girls” and I wonder where the next 25-30 lbs. is going to come from? I have started wearing a one-piece bra & panties with another corset like underwear over that to keep in my wrinkly belly in. My arms have the batwings as well. I am just glad the skin around my neck has tightened up. Overall I no complaints with this new me. I like what I see in the mirror for the first in years and not worry over getting my picture taken.
Food: I am now craving food with lots of flavor lately, Italian, Mexican & Indian all sound good. I think I will make some of my famous chicken curry. I still eat lots of lunchmeat and cheese for my main protein. I am missing my soda these days as the weather warms, I am looking for non-carbonation replacements. Any suggestions?
In other news:Kudo’s to my friends; Amy, she is 2 weeks post op and she is looking great! Debbie N. has lost an amazing 36 lbs. and 39 inches in her first month!!
Last but never least
8th
Updated my post op pictures and I must say I am looking rather slim these days!
7th
Week 44 Weight: 151 lbs. Loss 4 lbs. Day 308 BMI: 26.7
Post-Op Observations: It is official I have lost 120lbs from my date of surgery in June. This has been a hard week. I was hospitalized last Friday night with a terrible acid reflux due to food poisoning. I went to the movies with my son and I ate a hotdog and cheese. I have eaten this particular combo before with no problems. Not this time, I woke up 8 hours later with the most terrible feeling I have ever had. I could not stop spitting up bile and when I threw up there was blood and bile! YUCKY! My wonderful DH took me to the ER and I had 2 bags of IV due to dehydration and they gave me Prevacid in the IV. It took about 5 hours and I was home. My throat was so sore from the acid that it was raw. I could barely speak. It does teach me even though I am 10 months Post Op there is always something I have to watch out for. I had to rest the rest of the weekend due to this thing wore me out and the meds they gave me made me tired. By Monday I was back to normal and I was ready to go.
Other news: I am seeing a new doctor for Hep C and he has told me to due to my upcoming treatment with Interferon that he does not want me to lose anymore weight. The interferon will make me lose more weight and if I lose anymore then I will be too thin to start treatment. He wants me to stay between 160-155 lbs. I am now allowed to eat my carbs first! I am hoping to start treatment at the end of this month.
March 2004
24th
Week 42 Weight: 155 lbs. Loss 5 lbs. Day 294 BMI: 27.5
Post-Op Observations: A month long plateau is not that bad it is good to see the scales moving again. I am back on track with the protein and water. I am still not allowed to do much exercise due to my ankle. Unofficially I have lost 125 pounds from my highest weight January 2003 of 280 pounds.
Last Saturday I went shopping at The Gap armed with a gift card from my father in law. I dragged hubby along with me and we spent 2 hours pawing through the sales racks. I did buy several new outfits. One shirt was a small the rest were mediums. My new shorts are a size 12! My jeans are size 14, it is weird how the sizes run. I am completely happy with myself right now. My doctor wants me to be at a goal weight of 135-140 lbs. I know the last 20 lbs. will be the hardest but you know I will reach it when I reach it. I am not going to stress myself out over it.
18th
Happy Birthday to me~~
I am 42 years young and loving every minute of it!! Yesterday I went shopping with birthday money an became adventurous and tried on a cute pink top in a size SMALL!!
Then I bought short overalls in a Juniors size 11, for the first time I can see myself as a smaller person and I am loving it!
This is going to be a terrific year!
17th
Week 41 Weight: 160 lbs. Loss 0 lbs. Day 287 BMI: 28.3
Post-Op Observations: Hi All; A lot has been happening around here lately and now it is time for me to update. I have been working out of town as a caterer and our job is now finished. It was an experience for me I will never forget. I can honestly say 10 months ago I could have never done this job! It has been very physically demanding for me and requiring me to go long periods without enough rest. My eating habits have been poor and my water intake has never been enough. Needless to say I am on a self-imposed plateau since my last entry in February. It is also the birthday time of the year in my family and I have allowed myself to indulge with the sweets. Yes I know better and I have no one to blame that I have not reached my personal goal of 152 lbs. I am trying not to beat myself up over it, due to I am now wearing clothes that are size 8/10 in tops and 14/16 bottoms. My new bra size is a 34C, so there is nothing to complain about in this area. After tomorrow my commitment is to no more sugar and really beef up on the water and protein. (Pun intended). Tomorrow is my 42nd birthday and I am healthier than I ever been since I was a teenager. I am looking forward to this birthday because I know if it were not for my loved ones I would not be here today. Thank you all!
On another note: My friend Debbie N. had her surgery on 3/15/04 and is doing great! I saw her and she is recovering wonderfully… GO DEBBIE YOU ROCK!!—No Longer Friends as of May 2004
February 2004
29th
Hello Amos people. I am off for my last 11 days of catering out of town. Good luck with your journeys.
25th
Week 38 Weight: 160 lbs. Loss 4 lbs. Day 266 BMI: 28.3
Post-Op Observations: Hey folks, It has been awhile for me to update due to once again I am working out of town. The weight loss is continuing and this is a good thing. I am now weighing 160 and feeling really great! 150’s are not far behind!
I am getting the wow you are so skinny comments and I must say that kind of comments catch me off guard. I am really noticing the little things that skinny people take for granted. It was really cool the other day my brother actually picked me up! I have always been heavier than him and he just lifts me up like I did not weigh much, his comment was whoa sissy where did you go? Another comment from a guy was well if you just put some weight on your skinny ass you wouldn’t be so cold! Yesterday I was helping a friend tie down a cloth wall side and the wind actually caught me off guard and I was being blown away literally! What a weird feeling knowing the wind can actually move my body!
Other news: I received my birthday gift early, I bought a 1982 Camaro Berlinetta from the original owner! It only has 85,000 miles on it and it is a sweet car! I totally love driving this car! It has some cosmetic work to be done on it other than that it runs like a dream. The price was right too, who could say no?
11th
Week 36 Weight: 164 lbs. Loss 2 lbs. Day 252 BMI: 29.1
Post-Op Observations: It has been a heady week, I have now lost 107 lbs. I have been working and it is a very physical job.
I have been lifting and carrying boxes of food as a caterer assistant. I am also now able to look in the mirror and finally see that much thinner me and I can now accept the image reflected back. I used the weight loss planner from obesity help.com and my numbers match the 99% expected loss. WOO HOO I am very happy over this. My BMI is now in the overweight range and it is a few more pounds and I will be in the normal range.
I am also wearing size 34, 501 jeans and they fit great! My shirts are all mediums. My hubby did my measurements and I have lost 10.5 inches this month. I am looking at my wrists and I am really a petite person who has been hiding under of layers of fat. I call my saggy skin around my stomach "Wrinkles".
. I saw my surgeon and he said that I have lost 71% of my body fat, it is no wonder I am cold all the time! He told me I do not need to return to his office until May and in June he wants to schedule an appointment with a plastic surgeon. How exciting is that?
Food: I am eating whatever tempts my tummy, but I have paid dearly this week over a bowl of cereal with whole milk. I was sick for 3 ½ hours with gas pains and a blowout in the bathroom that I do not wish to ever repeat. I can only handle 2% milk and I will not tempt fate again with whole milk. I did try a ham & egg breakfast burrito and it was delicious! I am looking forward to V-day and eating a special dinner.
4th
Week 35 Weight: 166 lbs. Loss 6 lbs. Day 245 BMI: 29.4
Post-Op Observations:
TADA!! The newest member of the Century Club! That is right folks I have lost a total of 105 pounds in 8 months!! Check out the new picture! I am now only overweight! No more Obese for this woman! Will post more later!
JANUARY 2004
28th
Week 34 Weight: 172 lbs. 1 Loss lb. Day 238 BMI: 30.5
Post-Op Observations: A busy time in my life, we have had company for a week and updating has not been on my mind. I am on a plateau and it is bugging me I am teetering between 174-172 lbs. It is frustrating due to my doctor is not allowing me to exercise because I have torn ligaments in my right ankle and wrenched the knee muscles. I now wrap the ankle and wear a brace on the knee. He has forbidden me to do Yoga anymore due to I have had my hip replaced and it could dislocate and this would not be good. I am out of the gym for 4-6 weeks. I am going back to work on Thursday for the next 9 days and I will have to baby my right leg. I am so close to the century mark I can taste it.
Other news: my friend Jenifer allowed me to come over and raid her closet. She was giving away clothes to the Goodwill and thought of me first. I now have a closet full of new clothes and they are in a size medium 10/12. It is very exciting to be able to be that small. My new raincoat is a 5/6 weird sizing! I now have 3 new little black dresses and several outfits from
Food: I am doing my best to get in more protein and water while being laid up. Evil sweets keep calling my name and I am indulging at times. It is a good thing I am out of town for the next few days mayhap I can break the plateau.
18th
I have come to the conclusion that I am going to have give up going to the gym. My right knee is in terrible pain and I am making an appt tomorrow to see my ortho. I am afraid I may have a bone spur on my knee. My ankle is also giving me problems as well, bone spurs run in my family and I have them removed before on the other knee. I am also at a point where my life is taking over and I do not have time to get to the gym. I am not making any excuses I am just busy. My weight loss has slowed so my doctor is putting my back on the Synthroid to see if this helps. I was taken off due to my blood levels were terrific. I am loving my new job working for a caterer and I have never been this physically busy in a job before and I hope they will hire me for other jobs. I may look into finding other catering jobs around who would like an organized person to have on their team. I am working finding new recipes to challenge my boring food choices. Something tempting because food sounds blech to me all of the time.
On another note a lady who I know through Ren festival is in the process of having WLS her name is Aimee P. I have never seen her as overweight and was surprised when she expressed interest last year in the surgery. I wish her all the best in her journey!
14th
Week 32 Weight: 173 lbs. Loss 5 lbs. Day 224 BMI: 30.6
Post-Op Observations: Life has been hectic around here, I have started a new job and I am on my feet all day. I have lost 5 more pounds and I am so close to that century mark. I have increased my food intake and it has helped. I am going to see my surgeon on Friday for my checkup. On January 11th my WLS journey is one year old and looking back it is the best thing I have ever done for myself. I look forward to the exciting New Year!
DECEMBER 2003
3rd
Week 26 Weight: 186lbs. 0 Loss lbs. Day 182
Post-Op Observations: My first Post-Op Thanksgiving went really great! I tried several new foods and I did not dump once. I did snack on some desserts and ended up giving my DH the rest of a chocolate delight. I also made my famous Finnish Sweet Rolls (email me for the recipe) and they were a big hit! I did over eat a little and my poor pouch was in shock for a couple of hours and now I understand the phrase my eyes are bigger than my stomach. I told myself this was a day to be thankful for this life changing surgery and my wonderful family. I also wore a new blouse (size 14) to the dinner and everybody was amazed on my transformation. Many had not seen me since I was 2 weeks post-op and they were very supportive. I did get the feeling that some of them were watching every bite I took and Ya know what? I didn’t care.
Friday: I had a moment today, I was talking with my wonderful DH and we were discussing weight and I realized I now weigh 20 lbs. less than he does! OMG I was shocked! In my head I am the one who weighs the most not anymore LOL….
Saturday: My DH & I were walking to the car and he told me that my hips are now swaying back and forth. I stopped and said HUH?? He explained to me that I have lost my waddle walk and I now sway when I walk, I asked him if he was imaging things? He said no your new shape has affected your walk, I was flabbergasted, because I always thought women walked that way on purpose to get attention and here I was just walking to the car talking about which video we were going to rent. I must admit I am a little self conscious about this and will have to not think about how I walk.
SUNDAY:
My wonderful DH & I celebrated our 3rd anniversary of our first date and man what a ride! This was the best decision we ever made is deciding to meet one another. We met through the Internet and have been blessed everyday since! I am eternally grateful for having this wonderful man in my life and the lives of my children. Thank You Douglas for being my Moon and My Stars!!
Food: Typical diet for me now. Breakfast is either a protein drink or a ½ an Atkins Bar. Lunch: lunchmeat rolled around cheese w/ applesauce or a salad. Dinner is whatever I make for the family or chunky chicken noodle soup. Snacks consist of beef jerky, Atkins Bar, yogurt. Dessert is either Slim Fast fudge bars or Atkins ice cream cups.
I am still struggling with drinking enough water. I also need to buy a food scale so I can actually weigh the amount of food I am consuming. I have noticed my appetite has increased and I am glad for my tool and I keep on working with it not against it.
I am also still exercising 4-5 days a week with the emphasis on weights now to tone up the excess skin. My batwings are starting to bother me, I am uncomfortable in sleeveless tops. I am in need of a new bathing suit, this one is a size 20 and I should be wearing a 12, I am hoping by March I will be able to afford a new one before this one falls off!
December 4th is my official 6-month anniversary and I know I am not at that elusive 100-lb. loss, I am completely OK with it. I have worked hard to get to this point and I know as long as I keep on this track I will reach my goal and more. I am healthier now then I have been in 20 years. I am now wearing sizes that I have not seen since I was 11 and it feels awesome. I just want to jump and down and scream with happiness that I am getting thin. Thank you to everyone, who has supported me during this life changing process, I love you all!
Here are the accurate measurements at 6 months Post-Op
Month 6 12/04/03
Weight 185
Neck 13.5 Overall Loss: 3
Bust 34.5 Overall Loss: 18.5
Upper Arms L 13.5 Overall Loss: 6.25 R 13 Overall Loss: 7.25
Wrists L 6 . R 6 Overall Loss: 1 per wrist
Waist 37 Overall Loss: 14
Hips 42 Overall Loss: 14.5
Thighs L 22 Overall Loss: 6.5 R 21.5 Overall Loss: 8.5
Calves L 15 Overall Loss: 3 R 14.5 Overall Loss: 3.25
Ankles L 8.5 R 8.5 Overall Loss: 1.5/2
Clothing size 12/14 Overall Loss: 8 sizes
Total Inches: 255.5
Total inches lost: 6.5
Overall inches loss: 90 (7.5 feet)
6-month total lost 8 lbs.
Total Weight Loss: 86 lbs.
BMI: 33.8 Overall Loss: 15.8 Obese
I am in the 91% of the weight loss planner
It is December 4th!! My 6 month anniversary I am now weighing 185 lbs. and have lost 86 lbs.!! Life is good!~
10th
Week 27 Weight: 183 lbs. Loss 3 lbs. Day 189 BMI: 33.5
Post-Op Observations: What a great week! I was able to see several people who had not seen since before my surgery and it was so much fun. The phrase of the day was “where did the other half you go?” I could not help but keep a smile on my face all week! I am now smaller than my mom, I have not weighed less than her since I was 10 yr. old. My body is still holding on to the weight for a week or two and then it will let go of 3 lbs. kinda weird but I guess this is going to be normal for me. I can not complain about losing 88 lbs. ever!
Food: Still the same my diet has not changed.
Other news: My friend Donna C is having surgery tomorrow morning,
I get to see Donna and I am so excited!! She has not seen me since August 14th and I was 40 lbs heavier!
12th
Donna has made it to the other side and is doing great!!
Other news: I noticed today while swimming in the pool that I do not float as easily as I once did! I can now swim closer to the bottom of the pool without floating up. I also bought a new pair of sweats at Wal-Mart and I am so excited they are size mediums!! That was a real surprise to me that I could even wear anything that said medium! Yesterday at the hospital I was talking to the mother of Donna’s roommate who was having WLS and she was so surprised at Shari & I old pre-op pictures! She said we sure look different. Shari & I both discussed it that we still do not see a difference. GRR when will my head catch up?
17th
Week 28 Weight: 180 lbs. Loss 3 lbs. Day 196 BMI: 32.9
Post-Op Observations: I am shrinking in inches again, the clothes I bought in August are now way big on me. I am so not interested in food right now; it is an effort to eat anything. I am no longer doing yoga due to my right knee is tweaked and I am babying it. I am almost out of the 180’s, and I can say life is wonderful! I can never complain about losing 91 lbs in 196 days!! I hope everyone has a good Yule!
24th
Week 29 Weight: 179 lbs. Loss 1 lbs. Day 203 BMI: 31.7
Post-Op Observations: OH WOW I have just squeaked into the 170’s No complaint whatsoever, I am so happy, I can barely sit and type. I have lost 92 pounds and it is the best!
This has been a great week. I was able to see my ex and it was very liberating knowing I am now smaller than his new Mrs. Yes it is petty but once in awhile I stoop to those feelings of being satisfied with reaching a goal.
I was able to try on a pair of pants that are 34’s (men’s) and I was able to button but not zip. Soon though! I went to Wal-Mart and I found out I now wear a junior size 11 and medium tops in women’s. I can not remember the last time I have been this small in clothing? It is weird, I pick out the top and it looks really small and it fits. Makes me giddy in the dressing room.
My youngest son is visiting and he is amazed at the changes in me, he told me Momma you look great I do not think you should lose anymore weight! I told him I had another 40 pounds to goal, he was like no Momma you will waste away. I told how much I had lost and he laughed at me. He said Momma you have almost lost me because I weigh 97lbs. I picked him and OMG he was SO heavy!! It is hard to believe I carried that much extra around on my frame. I have had to take in my Medical ID bracelet, due my wrists are so small. My beautiful silver cuff bracelet no longer fits
Our family went to take Yule pictures and I could not believe how long my neck looks and I can actually say I look pretty! I think this is all starting to sink in and I can now see what others see, what a wonderful feeling!
I wish everyone a wonderful Yule!
Bright Blessings!
31st
Week 30 Weight: 178 lbs. Loss 1 lbs. Day 210 BMI: 31.5
Post-Op Observations: WOW what a week it has been. So many firsts!! Today my new bathing suit arrived and it is tight but it fits and it is a size 10! You have to go to my picture links on my website to see the new picture! I am so jazzed because my old one (a size 20) no longer fits and when I swam it dragged behind me! I discovered today that when I swam in the new bathing suit I swam faster due to the old suit was not dragging me. I took pictures of the new suit and old one so I can see the difference.
Yesterday I went to Knotts with my family and I had no problem fitting through the turnstiles or in the seats. I was so happy to feel normal! I even gave my 12-year-old a piggyback ride, He weighs as much as I have lost what a headrush!
I also went to Victoria Secret and bought my first pretty bra with only 2 hooks! I also indulged in new undies too! My hubby was wonderful while I tried everything on, I truly felt like a sexy woman for the first time in years.
I know I am losing at a slow rate right now, I feel it is several factors. My body is still losing inches and it is adjusting to the new size. I am also going to talk with my doctor about restarting the thyroid meds. I feel that my metabolism maybe slowing down. I was taken off of them to see how my body does.
Food: I am not eating real well these days and water is even harder to drink. Nothing tastes good anymore. I know this is one of the reasons the weight loss has slowed down. Also I have been sampling goodies, that I should not be eating. I am a weak person when it comes to chocolate and sweets. I am renewing my commitment to start the New Year off right and making sure I get more protein and water in everyday. I will see my goal met soon, I just have to commit to it.
I wish all my Amos family out there a wonderful New Year and hope your goals are all met.
NOVEMBER
5th
Week 22 Weight: 193 lbs. Same for the last 2 weeks Day 154
Post-Op Observations: I am now 5 months post-op and in week 22, calendars are weird!
I took new pictures and measurements and all I can say is WOW! I am starting to really see the difference in my body and face. I have lost a lot of inches and not as many pounds, but I am OK with that! 24 inches lost just last month and 83 inches over all! How cool is that? I am back at the gym with a vengeance and trying to eat protein and get in lots of water. I have only 23 lbs. to my tattoo. (100 lb. Loss) I did not reach my goal of 20 miles on the bike last month, but I must admit it is difficult to sit for that long. How do skinny people sit for long periods of time? My DH says they don’t! I am now starting on the Nordic track and I can say that thing kicks my butt, I will not allow a machine to beat me, my goal is to get to 30 minutes on that machine by end of November. My son says I am melting!
Food: Is very boring right now and I am rarely hungry. I do force myself to eat at regular intervals and Atkins bars are my friends. I like to snack on beef jerky and Slim Fast fudge bars are favorite desserts. I am not concerned with Thanksgiving due to I am not really looking forward to eating much. I know my body has hit the hibernation mode and I must now not get too discouraged and keep plugging on in the right direction. I am trying to keep a positive mental attitude. I have never lost this much weight on my own. I am looking forward to getting into the 180’s. Have a great week everyone!
12th
Week 23 Weight: 190lbs. Loss 3 lbs. BMI: 34.8 Day 161
Post-Op Observations: Last Thursday I started a Yoga class at the gym and it is hard work and a challenge. I can hardly wait until next week so I can go again. I did have the feeling again of being the largest person in the room, and I know I have to get over this. The class is held on Tues & Thurs and I have made the commitment to be there.
Friday Doug & I went to see the new Matrix movie and had a delightful supper at Outback. I had a salad and crab legs and it was delicious! We are celebrating the anniversary of our first e-mail, it has been 3 years ago.
Saturday A day of MATH WARNING!!
I weighed myself and I have finally seen the scale move. I am now 191 lbs. It is a relief that the scale will still move. My BMI is now 34.9 and that is the tail end of the obese scale. I am now out of the Severely Obese range. I have now lost 80 lbs. I did the math and it averages to losing 16 lbs. Per month. 4 lbs. Per week and 1.95 lbs. Per day. I like the way that sounds LOL. I looked at the BMI and goal planner chart and at this stage of weight loss I am on the 90% of my excess weight track. If I keep on this chart my goal weight says I will be 140 lbs. In 18 months! When I reach 140lbs I will be at my personal goal. This is the weight I was when I got pregnant with my eldest son in 1982.At the gym I asked one of the trainers to measure my body fat, I am now at 38% body fat and this is amazing because I started out 58% body fat. According to the chart my ideal body fat ratio for my age should be between 22-25%. I look forward to seeing those numbers someday! I went to Wal-Mart and tried on a size 12/14 shirt and it fit nicely! I also bought new undies finally! When I came home I made the decision to clean out the closet and dresser of anything that starts with a 2. My closet is bare and I am now asking for money for Yule so I can buy new clothes. My side of the closet now is a sea of empty hangers begging to used. I did keep some sweatshirts to use as layers. It is so weird for me to be cold now, I was always the warm one.
Wed I have finally broken the plateau! I am one happy Jezz!! My BMI is in the obese range. I have now lost 81lbs. It is amazing to me. On other news I have developed two small bumps under my incision line and they hurt when pressed on. I know then don’t press on them. I am calling my doctor today and having them checked out, I am thinking they maybe hernias? I do lift weights and I think I may have broken something? I am hoping for the best. Let y’all know later. Have a good week.
19th
Week 24 Weight: 188 lbs. Loss 2 lbs. BMI: 34.4 Day 168
Post-Op Observations: Thursday: I went to Savers and bought 3 shirts all size Large. One of the tops shows a lot of cleavage and I love it! My DH enjoys the view too! I look forward to someday having the boob lift and having the girls up where they belong.
Monday I went to the doctor and found out I do not have a hernia (YEAH!!)) There are 2 propylene line stitches knots from the inside incision that I am feeling. I am so relieved! The nurse said since I have lo
