Mariam claypool
Surgery on Monday!
Oct 31, 2009
Well I went to see DR. Symmonds. I have an incarcerated hernia that will be repaired on Monday. He is going to preform the surgery laproscopically and insert a mesh plate to stabilize my abdominal wall to prevent this from happening again. Which I know might happen it just comes with the territory. But if all goes well and I do anticipate it will I will be home Monday late evening. And well on my way to recovering. I can't wait!
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Alright I finally posted the dreaded Before Pics!
Jun 02, 2009
Well I have finally decided to post my before and much anticipated after pics.
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Lessons learned
May 12, 2009
Well I'm almost 2 months out and I have lost about 49lbs. I am extremely grateful to have lost that much and managed to keep it off. My clothes reveal to me the extent of my weight loss, whereas the scale isn't as inviting. I have started to get frustrated. I went through 3 weeks of not losing a thing or if I did later in the day I gained or so the scale said. It began to drive me crazy. So I decided not to look at it anymore. I struggled to comprehend why I felt so down on myself. And then low and behold when I least expected it I lost 7 lbs in a matter of days. Patience truly is the KEY. I have learned during this experience to continue following the guidelines and most of all be patient. I guess I am trying to wish away all the lbs now instead of being grateful for the lbs I have already lost. So I need to come back to reality and humble myself. Which is easier said than done. But I know I can do it. If anyone has any words of encouragement I surely could use them.
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Doing well!
Mar 28, 2009
Hey everyone! I am 5 days post op and doing well! I have already lost a total of 18 lbs. 12 lbs since the 23rd. That's 3 lbs a day. Well like everyone says if you can make it through the the first 3 days everything else is much easier. And for me the first 2 days were not really that bad, but Wed. was very difficult, but I pushed past it and all is Grande. I'll keep everyone posted.
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Lost 6 lbs in 4 days!!!!!!
Mar 13, 2009
I am doing great on the Pre-op diet!!I have lost 6 lbs in 4 days! My pre-op appointment was yesterday and everthing went well.I'm ready to go! It's amazing! I am doctoring up my shake w/ recipes provided to me and it helps out alot, plus i am eating salads w/ spritz dressing. I am also doing wonderfully with the physical therapy Aquatics is really invigorating.
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This is really hard!!!!
Mar 10, 2009
I have made it only 1 1/2 days and I am hungry!!! My husband is cooking cheeseburgers today and I want one sooo bad! What do I do???? I had a really tough day yesterday. I have a cold and last wednesday I burned my right breast while cooking. Yes i know how did I manage that??!!! Anyways I had to go to the doctor yesterday b/c it is looking really bad. And of course it is getting infected, so along with starting the pre-op diet, having a headcold, being nauseated and shivering and dealing w the pain from my infected burn. I AM MISERABLE!!! I feel weak and have had a migraine since last night. I tried drinking chicken broth w/a scoop of protien shake and finally have manage to take my morning supplements @ 5:30 p.m. today. And HE HAS TO MAKE CHEESEBURGERS could it get any worse. Completely lost!!!
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Today is the start of Pre-Op Diet!!!
Mar 08, 2009
My nerves have finally set in! It's all or nothing! I know I can do it. I have to be strong. I will be able to met my goal and not cheat! I just have to hold my head up and look at the finish line..... the 23rd Glory Day!!!!!! Keep me in your prayers!! Thanks everyone for all of your positive support and friendship.......luv you all
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One week Till Pre-op Diet!
Mar 02, 2009
Well, next Monday starts the Beginning of the pre-op diet! I'm ready I have all my supplies ordered. I weighed myself today 336.2lbs, not as bad as I had thought, but still not good. Which means since the car wreck I have gained 75lbs in 1 1/2 years. WOW.. well no more gaining for me! I am ready for a new me!
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My Last Piece of Birthday Cake!
Feb 24, 2009
Today is my birthday!!! 31 Yippeee!!! My daughter told her teacher " My mommy is turning 31 today", and she also realized my age was the same number as her school bus. She was thrilled! How wonderful the young mind of a second grader is. I went to the grocery store to stock up on some after surgery treats such as SF jello, chicken, beef broth and some other needs for the home. Oohh and I bought me a birthday cake!! When I got home Angie had already dropped the babies off and also purchased me a birthday cake! My husband cooked me a wonderful dinner. And my children gathered around the birthday cakes and proceded to light 31 long and colorful candles. They sparked and lit up the kitchen. As they sang Happy Birthday to me, I realized This is my last Birthday Like This!!! No more Birthday Cake For ME. Though one would think this realization would sadden me. It did quite the opposite. It inspired me!! I have turned 31 today and I am less than a month away from the most exciting adventure in my life!!! I'm on my way to a NEW me!! I am going to be on the losing bench! I'm giving myself the greatest gift anyone can give themself......... LIFE!!! I am going to join the living again and be that person I have always wanted to be. All of these emotions overwhelmed me and all because of a PIECE OF CAKE!!! How odd????
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About Me
Temple, TX
Location
35.1
BMI
Surgery
03/23/2009
Surgery Date
Jan 26, 2009
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