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So far 29 pounds and I am seeing a difference in the way clothes fit. YEA!

I am still amazed that I have tolerated the diet I am on as well as I have.   
A true concern was no more Diet Dr. Pepper- at least for a long time.  Don't miss it!  Since I have been able to introduce some fruits, I'm a happy  gal.  Miss bread but now that I hav have half a South Beach pizza once in a while, takes care of that craving.  (Still don't know what they  put in the crust to get the protein so high???)

Somewhat frustrated over the fact that I have not lost even half a pound in a week though.  I have been getting up at 6:30, on the track at school by 7 and doing 2-2.5 MILES!  That in itself is a huge milestone for me.  I would just as soon drive to my mailbox!  My ipod does help, along with 2 dogs dragging me around at least the first couple laps.  I know what calories have been going in me and KNOW I have to be losing weight.  I'll give it another week before getting too antsy. 

I remain pleased at how well I healed from surgery. 

WOW...yesterday at this time I was not certain I could handle going home.  Surgery went fine- few problems with old adhesions from gall bladder surgery many years ago.  Several problems through my first hospital night with the IV line.  Details - boring.

By 1pm yesterday I was ready to go home...and was allowed to.  It is now exactally 3 days since the surgery- almost to the minute.  Cannot believe how wonderful I feel.  No pain med, no problem drinking, no problem sleeping.

Very special thanks to Ann- she in her infinite wisdom stayed with me the first night and was invaluable.  

Cheryl- AKA Karma- who I met at the first group meeting I attended.  She came to see me the day of surgery and the following day.  She is a delight. 

Have experienced something- wonder if anyone else has...?  Feel bombarded with restaurant ads/ food ads/ recipes/ food shows.  Cannot believe how often food is advertised.  Are we the only place on earth like this?.  I have traveled pretty extensively and think so!
 
I am truly not hungry but due to all the cooking I used to do, I remain interested in food prep.  FORTUNATELY, I have a passion for sewing, knitting, needlepoint, on and on.  More time for that stuff! 

Plus- started baking dog biscuits several years ago.  That will satisfy my wanting to create in the kitchen without consumption!

I'm a happy gal.

Things look like they will schedule for June 11th.  Now I can kick it into gear and get all the things done I want/need to before heading in.  

I am excited about what awaits.  

Just had my upper GI done and think I am done.  Have to say it was a battle getting Dr. Hart's office to confirm what they had received and what needed to be done yet.  The entire office did make a recent move- absolutely had to be difficult.  I was a bit concerned when they could not locate several things I had faxed to them.  Just don't want those records floating around in the ozone. 

Yes, I am anxious for this to happen.  I am working on the timetable they gave me as to how long this all should take.  After the better part of a year studying and contemplating all aspects of WLS,  I was (am) ready to go.  They have always told me being self-pay takes most of the waiting out of the picture. 

Now thinking about taking those "before" pictures.  I have run, fast as these chubby legs will take me, from cameras for years now.   Kudos's to all of you that took them - stripped down!  There are some amazing people in this group.  Cannot want to meet more of them on "the losers bench".  

Till I have a firm date, I am going through kitchen cupboards in my spare time.  I'm a good cook and do cook for myself most nights.  Love to bake- for my self and for others.  Lots of changes for sure.  

Thanks for your support.  
 

Well, I am hoping to get at least an approximate date for surgery this week.  I am self-pay and I think all the preliminaries have been done.

Last week was busy.  After work raced around to get to appointments for blood work, EKG, attend support group at the hospital and see the psychologist.  I am under the impression that all information has been sent on to Dr. Harts office.

So far I have not had the luck others report having with the staff at Dr. Hart's office in Johns Creek, Georgia.   Lots of miscommunication.  I am attributing this to the fact that they just moved.  

The psychologist was very insistant that I be there on time and made it very clear I would be billed if the appointment was cancelled in less that 24 hours because :the doctor has put this time aside for you".  He was double-booked.  Lots of confussion - sit in this room- fill this out- knock on this door when you are done- do you mind if I talk to this other guy while I talk to you.....That will be $375.00 ----thank you very little.
Anyone else go through this frustration?

I'm thinking only positive thought for the week.  Should have a firm date in a week I hope.  Need to know to get the dogs kenneled and make arrangements for transportation to and from the hospital.  

I am excited about what is to happen and the start of a new ME