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Today is my 3 month anniversary..........
Oct 21, 2008
And I should be happy about it. But I am torn about it. I am 65lbs lighter and 13lbs away from my short term goal of 300lbs. I never thought I would see 300lbs again, let alone be close to it. But here it is, just a few more lbs away.
I should be happy. I guess I am. But it just seems all to surreal. My kids did the 5lbs weight loss dance and they are coming up with something to do when I make it to 300lbs (they are silly like that!). All my clothes are too big now, but I am afraid to go shopping. I know I don't need to buy a lot of anything as I am still losing but I am afraid to try anything on too. I have been forcing my body into size 26's for the longest time. I was actually a 30,32, some 34's. I am afraid but really want a pretty new top .......weird huh? I figure one day, I will just get fed up with me and go and buy one and deal with it later. Or.......I will keep with my 1st plan and wait til I hit the 300lbs mark and go buy me an outfit!!
Anyway...........HAPPY 3 MONTH ANNIVERSARY TO ME!!! AND 65LBS GONE AIN'T A BAD THING!!!
I should be happy. I guess I am. But it just seems all to surreal. My kids did the 5lbs weight loss dance and they are coming up with something to do when I make it to 300lbs (they are silly like that!). All my clothes are too big now, but I am afraid to go shopping. I know I don't need to buy a lot of anything as I am still losing but I am afraid to try anything on too. I have been forcing my body into size 26's for the longest time. I was actually a 30,32, some 34's. I am afraid but really want a pretty new top .......weird huh? I figure one day, I will just get fed up with me and go and buy one and deal with it later. Or.......I will keep with my 1st plan and wait til I hit the 300lbs mark and go buy me an outfit!!
Anyway...........HAPPY 3 MONTH ANNIVERSARY TO ME!!! AND 65LBS GONE AIN'T A BAD THING!!!
It's Been a while.......
Oct 10, 2008
It has been a while since I have posted and a lot of things has happened.
1) August 29th.....I went in for an out patient procedure to remove the IVC (Interior Vena Cava) Filter removed. This was inserted prior to surgery to block any blood clots that may have formed. Luckily, I had none and this process was to be simple enough. The Dr couldn't get it out. No need to worry, we will try again with another Dr present. I went home and rested.
2) Sept 3rd.......My Mom goes into the hospital for a knee replacement. It was a long and tiring day but my 1st day eatting eggs. Hospital eggs taste horrible but they stayed down! When my Mom came from recovery after a successful surgery, she was taken to her room, that was on the same floor @ Little Company of Mary Hospital that I had been on. It was wonderful to see all the nurses again and they were impressed with my progress. Thanks to them all for taking absolute fantastic care of my Mom!
3)Sept. 15th ........I had been vomiting and having terrible gas (I was unable to belch or pass gas and the pain in my chest was unbelievable) for more than 3 days. I finally sent an e-mail to Tony, Dr Cahill's nurse. I was thinking maybe it was another bad case of dumping syndrome (but I had stayed clear of sugars since the first time). He told me to go directly to the emergency room and be prepared to stay at least over night. I was severely dehydrated. I was admitted and poked and proded. I was made to drink some of the nastiest stuff the medical community has to offer. But luckily all my tests came back negative and I finally was able to release all that gas pressure. They aren't sure just what happened but that was 3 days in the hospital that changed my life. I had time to reflect on the past 2 mths and made a realization that I don't think I was taking what I had just put myself through seriously. I wasn't planning my meals, picking my foods, chewing properly. It's safe to say now, that I plan out everything, chew til I am tired and enjoy all my meals.
I went today for my follow up appt with my primary care physician, I stopped in Dr Cahill's office to have my weight recorded. (I absolutely refuse to by a scale until I am below 300lbs). I almost jumped out of my skin, I screamed so loud and accused them of needing a new scale. I weighed in at 318.7lbs that is 60lbs gone in 2.5 months! It's awesome!! I feel great! Better than I have in a long time! (The change in weather is affecting my knees though .....dang osteo-arthritis). But even that is not as bad as it would have been if I was still 378lbs! My blood pressure is down and my kids tell me I don't snore anymore! Life is Good!!
I don't know if anyone reads this or not.....if you do...be encouraged!! Remeber......it is all about being a healthier new you.....!!!
1) August 29th.....I went in for an out patient procedure to remove the IVC (Interior Vena Cava) Filter removed. This was inserted prior to surgery to block any blood clots that may have formed. Luckily, I had none and this process was to be simple enough. The Dr couldn't get it out. No need to worry, we will try again with another Dr present. I went home and rested.
2) Sept 3rd.......My Mom goes into the hospital for a knee replacement. It was a long and tiring day but my 1st day eatting eggs. Hospital eggs taste horrible but they stayed down! When my Mom came from recovery after a successful surgery, she was taken to her room, that was on the same floor @ Little Company of Mary Hospital that I had been on. It was wonderful to see all the nurses again and they were impressed with my progress. Thanks to them all for taking absolute fantastic care of my Mom!
3)Sept. 15th ........I had been vomiting and having terrible gas (I was unable to belch or pass gas and the pain in my chest was unbelievable) for more than 3 days. I finally sent an e-mail to Tony, Dr Cahill's nurse. I was thinking maybe it was another bad case of dumping syndrome (but I had stayed clear of sugars since the first time). He told me to go directly to the emergency room and be prepared to stay at least over night. I was severely dehydrated. I was admitted and poked and proded. I was made to drink some of the nastiest stuff the medical community has to offer. But luckily all my tests came back negative and I finally was able to release all that gas pressure. They aren't sure just what happened but that was 3 days in the hospital that changed my life. I had time to reflect on the past 2 mths and made a realization that I don't think I was taking what I had just put myself through seriously. I wasn't planning my meals, picking my foods, chewing properly. It's safe to say now, that I plan out everything, chew til I am tired and enjoy all my meals.
I went today for my follow up appt with my primary care physician, I stopped in Dr Cahill's office to have my weight recorded. (I absolutely refuse to by a scale until I am below 300lbs). I almost jumped out of my skin, I screamed so loud and accused them of needing a new scale. I weighed in at 318.7lbs that is 60lbs gone in 2.5 months! It's awesome!! I feel great! Better than I have in a long time! (The change in weather is affecting my knees though .....dang osteo-arthritis). But even that is not as bad as it would have been if I was still 378lbs! My blood pressure is down and my kids tell me I don't snore anymore! Life is Good!!
I don't know if anyone reads this or not.....if you do...be encouraged!! Remeber......it is all about being a healthier new you.....!!!
15 days post -op
Aug 04, 2008
This experience has been like none other! I went to the dr on Friday for my checkup. Twenty Six pounds (26) down........wow! I couldn't believe it. Dr Cahill was impressed and also impressed with my wound care as well.
I went out Saturday evening ........put on a dress I had in my closet for years........still had the tags on it, never would fit around my hips! I was so shocked when I got it on and a few compliments. Most people were telling me they could already see the wieght loss in my face and neck and chest (are the boobs always the 1st to go?),
I will post a pic soon and do better about blogging!
Good Luck all ......don't give up the faith........Be patient!
