christinahelena

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Surgery wt 215, current 190. Wow, already my face is slimmer and I have rediscovered jaw bones and lost my triple chin. Seem to have lost all from on top in a way. This is going to be a wild ride for sure! I am not finding it hard most days, though taking the kids to In and Out burger, cooking some food s for the family, have given me a few moments where omg I just want to put food in my mouth!

I am not hungry except for a few pangs here and there ( acid? ), but I am growing weary of protein shakes. I started soft foods a few days back, and have tolerated Greek yogurt, tofu, ricotta cheese, just fine. I can get in one tablespoon and then feel it. I can already tell that the head hunger will be the hardest. Today I wanted to graze a bit, but mostly I think because I am missing flavors. I had dill prickly popcorn seasoning sprinkled on my ricotta cheese, to just have a different taste. It helped.

i have been more productive since being sleeved already. I used food to procrastinate, and when feeling overwhelmed. Now that my crutch is gone, I am getting more done. I am also realizing I will get organized to sew or do a project regularly because it keeps me away from food, and needs to get done, and because shopping could become an expensive transfer addiction. I do so much for my kids food was my thing I did for me, even though it backfired. I sat and lingered over restaurant lunches when my kids were in school. I eed new w things, and they will be , exercise, getting caught up on sewing projects, and getting my house organized so I can really enjoy my space. We collect mid century modern, and I have 27 lamps, and other things that need to be set up and displayed properly. I need se different shelving, and this will be a project. I have plenty of interests, but I will start with those things. I need to get to the gym as soon as cleared, as I want to do weight resistance to hopefully help tone a define, keep the muscle I have, and get some more to hel reduce the saggy arms etc..

Dr.Cirangle is amazing. I feel so blessed to have had him as my surgeon. 

my recovery was slightly uncomfortable. Period, that's it. Wish I could have done this 10 years ago. Already I can see I will have no Regrets. Sure, there are moments I wish I could eat like I could before, because it is yummy, and because it is an enjoyable pastime. Buit made me sick and fat and tired. I am looking forward to new past times, like horseback riding again some day, or wearing cute cloth with HEELS, dancing and not being embarrassed. And learning to love exercise again. I feel blessed to be on this journey, and I ahappier than I have been in a very long time as I have hope for reclaiming the old me.

I am new on this site, but have been lurking for 6 months, reading all your posts, and learning so much from you all.
My surgery is scheduled for Oct 4, 2012 with the fabulous Dr. Cirangle.  I am nervous, excited, and oh yes, nervous!
I have met so many amazing, supportive people on the journey to get approved and get a date. I am so grateful for this forum, and for all of you who put your struggles and triumphs on here to inspire, teach, and welcome us newbies.

I am looking forward to getting rid of Type II diabetes, improving my asthma,  and finding the zest for physical activity I had pre obesity years. Oh yea, and to be comfortable once again in my own body, it has been a long time.  I am doing this for myself, and for my two amazing boys, so I can be around for them for a long time.  I cannot wait to be on the post op side and on the losers bench with you all.
Thanks, and God Bless.
Christina