7 Months & Engulfed in HAPPINESS

Feb 11, 2010

Things have been good. They don't truly tell you how hard it's going to be. I work my ass off for every pound i lose. Things have slowed down alot but it's ok cause i'm losing inches and gaining muscle. I try to stay positive when i'm discouraged cause reality is, i have done AWESOME. I've came so far and i'm truly proud of myself.

I recently ran into a friend i haven't seen in forever and she asked, what's the secret? I'm always honest and never hide the path i took but there's NO secret. We still have to work hard and have discipline like the next uncut person. I'm making healthier decisions for myself and my family. As a result my hubby has lost about 20 lbs.

I'm diligent about my workout time and though i get discouraged just like the next person i find the strength to pick back up. I've seen first hand that regain is possible so i'm trying to do my best by not just having my tool but honoring this great chance to live again. I never want to take for granted my tool. I don't dump so i have to have extra discipline to stay in line. I'm extremly cautious about my carb intake, eliminated sugar and almost never have bread. I understand that life happens so i don't get down if i eat something i shouldn't instead i " GET MOVING". That carb is actually the fuel i need to go hard on that elliptical or open pavement.

Though i've lost over 100lbs, i'm keeping tone really well. I only have arm issues; some people have tummy meat, well i have "BAT WINGS" lol but it could be worse so i continue to work at it. It has really been great.

My wow moments:  
Feeling bones I forgot about; shoulder, pelvic, wrist, collar
Feels odd to lie in bed and have my knee bones touch, sometimes it hurts lol
Hubby and I are having more fun; hahahahahaha OH BOY
Bend over without a problem and tie shoes
Able to walk/run long distances
My hubby can pick me up (though I’m still heavy lol)
I can look down and see my "Pocketbook". Haven't done that in years
I’m now smaller then hubby
Cross my legs
I love shopping even more
I don't have to choose the prettiest color tent in my size lol
Wear heels better and have lost a whole shoe size
I can finally see my waist line again
Have been able to keep a steady workout routine

Consult weight: 383 lbs
Surgery weight: 368 lbs
Current weight: 256 lbs

Total: 126 lbs from highest weight   /   112 lbs from surgery

  

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