scarlettmagnolia86
September 11th
Aug 29, 2011
I know that to the majority of the country this day will be seen as a day of remembrance and grief, which is completely understood. I in no way disagree, however this September 11th marks the 4 year anniversary of my gastric bypass surgery. To celebrate the progress I've made in the last four years I'm going to be participating in a 5k walk hosted by my University.
I'm doing this because 4 years ago I couldn't walk through the supermarket without crying from the pain my weight was causing my body. This is a way for me to prove to myself that I can do anything I set my mind to, and that I really was given a second chance at life.
I am walking for my mother who always stood by my side, for my sister who I still want to look up to me, for my grandfather who made me promise I'd stay away from heaven's gate as long as possible, and for myself who beat the odds. I'm doing this for myself because after overcoming all the obstacles God has put in my path, I still stand today as a strong woman who has never allowed anything or anyone to knock me down.
Here's to my new life, and the four year anniversary since it began!
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I'm doing this because 4 years ago I couldn't walk through the supermarket without crying from the pain my weight was causing my body. This is a way for me to prove to myself that I can do anything I set my mind to, and that I really was given a second chance at life.
I am walking for my mother who always stood by my side, for my sister who I still want to look up to me, for my grandfather who made me promise I'd stay away from heaven's gate as long as possible, and for myself who beat the odds. I'm doing this for myself because after overcoming all the obstacles God has put in my path, I still stand today as a strong woman who has never allowed anything or anyone to knock me down.
Here's to my new life, and the four year anniversary since it began!
Liquid Diet Update.....
Aug 29, 2011
As predicted, I really struggled this weekend. I have to admit that I did eat some solid foods. :( However, instead of eating a slice of pizza (which I'm really craving) I ate a lunchable. So the whole weekend I ate one lunchable and one bowl of cereal. I think that's pretty good for three days of boredom!
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Liquids...
Aug 23, 2011
So I've committed to be on a liquid diet for one month. I started this morning and so far so good. I know I'm gonna get tempted quite a bit, especially since stress and anxiety trigger my eating habits, but I know I can do it. For those of you who are looking for a good protein supplement, my mom uses this chocolate one that you can buy at walmart for my shakes. I can't recall the name of it right now but I'll be sure to let y'all know tomorrow. She mixes it with lactose milk (became lactose intolerant after surgery) along with bananas and peanut butter every now and then.
For my liquid diet I am drinking around 4 12oz bottles of my protein shake so I get all the needed nutrients and I'm drinking diet coke. I know its bad to have soda but I'm addicted to diet coke and need it to also make me feel full faster. Along with my shakes I am taking vitamins at night to make sure I get everything I need.
My goal is to be on this for one month along with daily exercise. I will be using my lunch hour to walk around downtown instead of sitting around being hungry. I don't have a weight goal for the month because I usually see and feel the difference based on size. I've always looked smaller than I actually weigh.
Wish me luck, its gonna be a rough ride!
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For my liquid diet I am drinking around 4 12oz bottles of my protein shake so I get all the needed nutrients and I'm drinking diet coke. I know its bad to have soda but I'm addicted to diet coke and need it to also make me feel full faster. Along with my shakes I am taking vitamins at night to make sure I get everything I need.
My goal is to be on this for one month along with daily exercise. I will be using my lunch hour to walk around downtown instead of sitting around being hungry. I don't have a weight goal for the month because I usually see and feel the difference based on size. I've always looked smaller than I actually weigh.
Wish me luck, its gonna be a rough ride!
A New Beginning
Aug 22, 2011
Its been nearly four years since I had my gastric bypass and although I've lost a considerable amount of weight, I've been pretty much at a stand still for nearly two years. I came across this site because I woke up today with this hunger (not for food) to change my life. I want to get back on the wagon and finally reach my goals and find the support I need. My mother and sister have been very supportive of the entire process but sometimes its hard for them to really understand the daily struggles my body experiences. Along with the changes my new body has brought to my life, I still have to deal with my addiction to food.
Since my surgery I have lapsed in my attendance at group meetings, OA and therapy. I really feel the strain that I'm going through mentally and emotionally; so many told me that this surgery wasn't going to solve everything and they were right. My body may be different but my mind isn't; I still turn to food to comfort me. I need to find help, I've joined this site to meet other people who may also be struggling or who have overcome the obstacles over eating and this surgery can have.
I'm open to any and all advice, suggestions and stories about this path.
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Since my surgery I have lapsed in my attendance at group meetings, OA and therapy. I really feel the strain that I'm going through mentally and emotionally; so many told me that this surgery wasn't going to solve everything and they were right. My body may be different but my mind isn't; I still turn to food to comfort me. I need to find help, I've joined this site to meet other people who may also be struggling or who have overcome the obstacles over eating and this surgery can have.
I'm open to any and all advice, suggestions and stories about this path.
