Meeky

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I'm celebrating 3 months. I have lost a total of 66 pounds. 41 pounds since surgery. My only issue is my hair is starting to thin out. I plan to increase my protein intake, I also added some biotin this week.

I am 1 month post op and feeling so much better. My energy level is up and that nasty taste I had in my mouth is GONE! I'm losing weight at an even pace, about 3 to 4 pounds a week. I am happy with that. Some of my clothes are starting to get really baggy. I have one more week off from work, and I have been walking to get myself prepared to go back on the job. The job I have is very fast pace and stressful. I am actually looking forward to returning to work because I know I will be even more active. My diet is still soft and I have been able to tolerate everything on my list. Yeah! I am excited about this journey and pray everyday my weight loss journey is a success.

Today makes the 14th day post op. I'm feeling okay. I am grateful that I can tolerate the things I eat and drink. My energy level is really low right now. I am praying it will get better before I have to return to work. I would appreciate any suggestions on how to boost up my energy. I am trying really hard to get in the protein but it gets difficult with the small pouch. My taste buds really don't like anything except water to drink. I guess that's good and I shouldn't get dehydrated. I am unsure of how much weight I have lost because I don't have a scale at home (on purpose). I can tell I am losing something because my clothes are getting looser. Until next week OH I hope everyone is successful on their journey.

My surgery was successful! Thank God!! I spent an extra day in the hospital to get my pain under control and I'm glad I did because I thought I would go crazy because I was in so much pain. The pain has subsided alot but 2 of my puncture areas are still very sore. It's hard to get in and out of bed without them pulling and stinging. I go for my follow up appointment tomorrow and I'm happy about that because I have alot of questions. I have been walking. I decided I needed to get out of the house so I went to Walmart on Saturday and got short of breath I guess I wasn't quite ready for that trip.lol I haven't purchased a scale yet because I didn't want to become obsessed with  weighing myself. I have had wonderful support from my partner, family and friends. I am blessed.

Tomorrow is my big day!! I'm very excited and nervous. Drinking my liquids and saying my prayers. Thanks to everyone that has given their support. I am positive about everything going well and excited about walking those halls.lol   I will update as soon as I can. Have a great day OH.

I finally got my date. I'm very excited and nervous. It's September 14th!

Finally I heard from my surgeon's office today and I have an appointment with him on July 10th. That would put me one step closer to getting a surgery date.Yeah!!  In the meantime I have been taking water aerobics and I love it. I wish I had started that sooner. My only problem is my hair gets wet even with a swim cap. Does anyone have any advice? The chlorine would break my hair off if it continues this way. I really do like the water and don't wanna stop, so I would appreciate any suggestions.

I took the nutrition test my center requires today and I made 100 on it. Yea!!! They are waiting on the written report from my psych. He actually told them I was cleared but he hasn't sent the report yet. That was good news. I also lost 4 pounds since my last weigh in. Hopefully I will have a date soon.

I went on my appointment to see the psychologist and he asked, "why do you want the rny over the lap band"? I told him after researching both procedures I prefer the rny. I also said I like the idea of having more restrictions because the lap band is more forgiveable with eating sweets. Well, he didn't like my answer and thinks I need more research. I have been researching the surgeries for a couple of years now and I do have a great amount of information. Can anyone help me with this? What do you think is an acceptable answer? I have a follow up appointment with him and I need to get this right.

I haven't loss any weight this week, but i'm not giving up. I will need to make better food selections. Pray for me.