Happy!

My hemoglobin is 12 (was 13 preop) and the JP drain came out today. Protein is hard but fluids are good. I'm happy and so very thankful. 

I bought myself a Pandora bracelet preop and planned on using it as my reward for pounds lost. I can't even remember the last time I bought something like that for myself. But I thought it would be a good motivator and visual reminder of my accomplishments. It has become my journey bracelet already--so much more than just about the weight. In fact, it seems odd to 'celebrate' pounds lost. Don't get me wrong, I will celebrate and dance that each one is gone. But, my true celebration (and bead collection) is more than that already. I have 'inner strength', 'faith', 'amazing', and tonight celebrated with 'love in my heart'. Maybe that's all kinda sappy, but it's looking pretty and is making me happy! 

Go girl! Love the idea of the bracelet. I love charm bracelets. I think you have a wonderful idea. Best of luck.

Love it- the bracelet will be full in no time.

I love the idea of the charm bracelet!  I'm glad you're doing well and feeling better :-)  

I bought one too when I lost 25 lbs!!  As of today down another 25 for a total of 50.6. So guess I get a new charm,  one of my 1st charms was "life saver" double meaning for me as I am a nurse.  Great job and keep loading up those charms!!

I'm a nurse too. Need to check it out.