Bahamas1968
One month Post-op
Jul 17, 2011
Well its has been a challenging month. The surgery was most painful for me. The two days in the hospital were rough, but with the grace of God, I made it through. I only told my children prior to the surgery, because I didnt want anyone to talk me out of it. And of course after, everyone had their two cents, but it is my life and it was my choice.I am very happy that at this point I have lost about 22 pounds. I find the most difficult part to be the delay from eating and feeling full. Sometimes I eat too much and don't realize it until a minute or two late freer. Thats challenging. I am also always thirsty. Not being able to eat and drink at the same time is also a challenge. Last night after being in the 90 degree heat for 4 hours, I ate a small bit of tuna salad and tried to sip some sugar-free ginger ale. BIG MISTAKE. I threw it all up and immediately felt much better.
For me the saving grace has been the Special K Protein shakes. They satisfy my sweet cravin and they fill me up with only 180 calories and 10 g of protein. I'm still figurin my love of food out, and feelin hungry with little room for food. However, I would do it all again for the feeling of victory over the weight battle.
I'll talk to you next month..............
