Starting to feel "normal" again

Sep 18, 2012

It's hard to believe that I only had surgery 2 months ago. Personally, it seems as if I have been going through post-op for at least 6 months... hard to explain. It's hard to imagine how much weight I've lost since surgery... As of this morning, I've lost a total of 49 pounds.  My December goal of 70 lbs seems very attainable!!!

I've had a few struggles over the last few weeks with nausea but it wasn't food related. Rather it was due to starting hormonal BC a few weeks ago. This week has been a lot better for me- THANK GOODNESS!

The really good news is that I have been able to "shop" in my closet and wear clothes that I haven't touched in several years. My pre-op pants / dresses are not wearable. While I have kept my surgery decision pretty confidential to just a small group of friends, I suspect that my co-workers are seeing the change but don't know what to say. When I walk up to folks that I've known for years, they are sizing me up and down quizzically...I've thought about letting them off the hook by just telling but my decision to have surgery was a private one and I really don't owe anyone an explanation. I don't want folks scrutinizing my decision or giving unsolicited advice. I can't say enough how nice it was to travel with no seatbelt extender, walk for hours without running out of breath, eating at restaurants and making healthy decisions, comfortably wearing heels (not too high yet.. baby steps, right?!?!) and just feeling normal!!

I am still amazed by the periods of rapid weight loss. I still have a daily scale / weighing habit. I just keep trying to keep my eye on the prize and avoiding "head hunger"... commercials are the worst and so is vacation in the most flavorful city in America- MIAMI!! But I made it and am encouraged by family to make even more progress... Well, I hope that I haven't rambled too much. Just wanted to get some thoughts out there and thank everyone for their support and sharing their experiences with me. Good night!!

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