Random Musings #7
Greetings from the beautiful Jersey Shore! That's right, I said it... "beautiful". I love that I get to live here. (Maybe that's because I've never lived anyplace else) A lot of us Garden Staters seem to be overly proud to be from Jersey... and wear it like some strange badge of honor. Weird.
As usual, I've got a bunch of stray thoughts flying around this week. And, although they might be random, they still all follow that WLS theme. This surgery (and everything that goes along with it) really has become a huge part of my daily life. I'm doing my best to keep that in check and not have it become all-encompassing.
? This weekend, a few friends were inquiring about my weight loss progress - and they were looking for specifics. (Actual weight, BMI, waist size, shirt size) I answered every question honestly and unfazed. And, I could tell by the stunned reaction of some of the guys that I weigh less and wear smaller clothes than they do. Don't ask the question if you can't handle the answer. I could get used to not being the "fat friend" any longer.
? I'm finally starting to not feel like an "outsider" at the gym. I'm comfortable doing my work-outs around everyone else and I no longer have that awkward, beginner vibe. The gym "culture" was always something that I never thought that I could get into. But, now that I'm actually in that big room with a bunch of folks with fitness as a common goal, I'm making the most of it. I've also noticed that there's a lot of "networking" going on. I've actually become friendly with a bunch of local political and business heavyweights who all show up around the same time that I do. (5:30am).
Oh yeah... and, this morning, one of the ladies that works the front desk said to me, "You know, the girls in the back and I have been talking about how great you've been doing and how good you look." Niiiiiiice.
? My 6 month "surgiversary" is next week - and I've been looking for the perfect "before" picture to post along side a new shot. Well, I've found one that completely captures my previous lifestyle. I'm in mid-laugh with my 3rd or 4th Samuel Adams of the evening in hand... and look like I'm about to explode. On the day this picture was taken, It didn't seem so bad to me. Now, I can barely stand to look at it. Hideous... just hideous.
I'll post it early next week.
? It's only been a few weeks, but my training for the 5K is going pretty well. But, I'm still getting used to the achy after-effects of a bone-jarring, high impact run. My left knee has been taking the brunt of it. I need to remember that I'm still 280lbs - That's a lot of force slamming the pavement over and over. Also, I've taken a cue from Jen J. (of the January 2006 board fame) and registered to participate in the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation 5K on October 29th in Princeton. This way, I can prove something to myself while helping out a worthwhile cause. If anyone's interested, I'll post specific info when the date gets closer.
So, my friends, I have mused... and can muse no more. (That's a lie... of course I can. I just need to get back to work)
Here's wishing you a lovely day.
Be Well,
A.J.
Thanks AJ you always have something intereting to report.
Sending hugs,
Ronna 
A.J,
Loved your musings and look forward to them each and every time! Good job on preparing for the run but sorry to hear about your poor aching knee. Also, congrats on your six month surgiversary. You've accomplished alot. Isn't it nice when people talk about you behind your back that way - hee!!
Karen S.
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