It's been a while

Jan 29, 2014

I got a reminder that yesterday, January 28, 2014, was my six year surgeversary. I was so sick with a cold yesterday and it's SO cold here in Ohio, that I never gave it a thought. Wow! How my life has changed in those six years. I was at 361 pounds on that day, could only see out of one eye as a result of diabetic retinopathy. could not walk without help(ok, that has not changed very much), and was taking four shots a day of insulin plus several meds for high blood pressure.  I am still a big woman. I think I have accepted that by now. I turned 63 years young on January 3 and I don't seem to be losing a lot of weight. However, this morning I weighed in at 235 pounds and that is way better than 361. I walk with a cane because my feet are permanently damaged and I have really bad balance. The wheelchair and the bariatric walker are sitting in my garage as a reminder. If we decide to go to a mall or perhaps attend the county fair where a lot of walking is necessary, we still use them. I no longer need to use those motorized carts at the big stores, however, as a shopping cart is enough help. I bought a three wheeled bike to ride but I have found that since my ankles are fused, I really can't ride it very far either. I have not given up though. Life is so much better than it was inside all that excess fat! I have not had the reconstructive surgery and that might help but I AM 63 and diabetic and do not see any wisdom in doing that. I am comfortable with the progress I have made and feel like I have had a lot of success. I have never been thin so it feels normal to be the size I am. Had i been able to walk more I might have lost a lot more (like some of my friends) but I can barely make it around the block one time, so I just do what I can. I have not gained back any of the weight I lost and that's good. For anyone debating about whether or not to have the surgery, I would advise you to find a doctor you trust and don't be afraid to ask any questions you might have. It is life changing, but the changes are all positive. There will be hard times but there will be many more good times and you will be glad you did it.

 

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Van Wert, OH
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01/28/2008
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Dec 15, 2007
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