...and the WOWs just keep on coming!

Maybe Im just a little homesick, or maybe its because the weather outside is too darn cold to go anywhere (28 degrees and snowing)....but I miss my OH friends!! Happy New Year from Berlin, Germany! 

This trip has been a dream come true and I am SO GLAD that I got to visit Europe and even happier that I did it at a healthy weight. Never could I have done this much travelling while being obese.

I have walked, walked, walked, EVERYWHERE. Under the Eiffel Tower, thru the Vatican, into the Sistine Chapel,  down the streets of Florence on New Years Eve, thru castles, palaces, museums and open markets. When people stare at me I assume its because Im a fumbling American and not because Im a big ol fat girl. I have climbed up into top bunks in a few hostels, ran up  stairs, dragged my suitcases  that are only getting heavier everyday with souvenirs. I bought clothes in stores in normal sizes, flirted with waiters, fit in between little tables at cafes, sprinted to catch subways and busses and none of it would have ever been possible without WLS.

Oh, and because I cant eat so much I have been saving some money.  I shared a meal with two other tiny skinny girls in Italy and we were thrilled to get some fresh veggies....I noticed that I eat much like them. Small portions, healthy choices, and I never thought that would ever be me. Now if only I was tiny like they were.... oh well. :)

To be honest I have had my share of guilty treats, prosecco, escargot, frog legs,  bagguettes, crepes, wine, brie, wine, mulled wine, schnitzel, swiss chocolates, gnocci, pizza, bratwurst,  did I mention wine?  But all of it in small portions....no dumping so far! (fingers crossed!)

Anyhow, its all just another WOW-reminder that I am not the same. Not only do I eat differently, but LIFE is different and SO MUCH BETTER.

I will be home soon, I cant wait to see Kirsten, and celebrate her birthday....someone will have to bring me up to date on all the drama around here.

Ciao!

You are on a trip of a life time..and I'm soooo jealous!  But not once did you mention taking pictures!!! What's with that??? ;-)   Not only is this the trip of a lifetime...to be aware of how much different it is or would have been had you gone pre-WLS....makes it just that much sweeter ^_^
Enjoy...you are creating a lifetime of memories!
Nancy aka sunray

Im taking pictures and video everywhere....I just can't upload anything while on the road. Its killing me!!! There will be lots to share when I get home though.

And I totally can't wait to share it with you.

Monica,

I am so glad you are having a blast!!!! I love Europe and can't wait to go back and see more of it. Can't wait to see your pictures too. 

Hugs Eileen

OMG I am beyond seeing green about this. I am pleased to see/hear your having a wonderful time.

 Hello Monica How lucky are you, WOW i took that trip 2 years ago we travled for one month in Europe it had been a year after my surgery.   We are planing a 2 month trip there this summer. Enjoy pretty lady. you look wonderful