Deborah B.
1/2 a person is missing!!!!!
May 07, 2008
This is a scale victory a long time in the making!! I'm married to a man who has never had a weight issue one minute in his life. He has been consistantly 179 our entire married life. Today (actually yesterday) I got weighed in at Dr. Verseman's and I actually weigh less than Jack does. Plus, I'm no longer "obese", I'm just "overweight and I reached the 70 pound loss milestone!!
I'm doing the happy dance today!!!!!!
I'm doing the happy dance today!!!!!!
Where has April gone?
Apr 20, 2008
I just looked to see my last post and it has been a month already! Where did this month go? A lot of transition and change with the job situation. Looking forward to my new start in a new role with the new me.
Last night we had our "Bariatric Reunion" at Borgess. It was so cool. It was inspirational to see all the positives that came out of WLS. Dr. Vereseman was his wonderful, humble self. What a great doc he is.
I got to sit with my newest and dear friend Jennifer. I'm getting to know and like her SO much. Deb went with me, too, after an afternoon of power shopping at the Discovery Shop. Can't believe I'm fitting into 16's.
Wednesday is off to San Antonio to see my sweet Bubba (Sean). Can't wait to see the man he is becoming. Jack and I are so proud....
Last night we had our "Bariatric Reunion" at Borgess. It was so cool. It was inspirational to see all the positives that came out of WLS. Dr. Vereseman was his wonderful, humble self. What a great doc he is.
I got to sit with my newest and dear friend Jennifer. I'm getting to know and like her SO much. Deb went with me, too, after an afternoon of power shopping at the Discovery Shop. Can't believe I'm fitting into 16's.
Wednesday is off to San Antonio to see my sweet Bubba (Sean). Can't wait to see the man he is becoming. Jack and I are so proud....
60!!!!!!!!!!!
Mar 26, 2008
Unbelievable!!! I've now hit the 60 pound mark! 60 pounds since my first visit to Dr. Verseman last July! I never thought I could get to this point. I'm SO happy. 60 pounds is 2 bags of dog food.....Got my third, 0.5cc fill today. Dr. said I look great. I feel great. I can walk without pain in my hips.
Oh happy day!!!
My Bubba's gone!!!
Mar 16, 2008
My Bubba left on Tuesday for Air Force Basic training. I never thought I'd be so emotional about this, but I cried when he left. He called tonight and I talked with him for all of 30 seconds. I could just savor his voice. His Dad is all emotional,too. Jack is remiscing about his jaunt with the Marines 30+ years ago...
I sat down tonight and wrote him a card. He needs to get mail so he knows we love him! I miss him so. Can't wait to see him next month. I want to see the man he is becoming...
I'm finally below 190. I'm amazed.. But happy....
Gave away some fat clothes. Hard to part with them as I aways think that "what if" stuff. The fat thinking has to stop.....
I sat down tonight and wrote him a card. He needs to get mail so he knows we love him! I miss him so. Can't wait to see him next month. I want to see the man he is becoming...
I'm finally below 190. I'm amazed.. But happy....
Gave away some fat clothes. Hard to part with them as I aways think that "what if" stuff. The fat thinking has to stop.....
Fill day! One more step to Nirvana!
Feb 26, 2008
Five more pounds since my last visit with Dr. V. He came in and said I was doing great-which I am-I'll take five pounds. Then he asked me about my hunger which I said was getting pretty bad. So, I got a fill. First he did 1cc, but the water got stuck and it was so funny that you could hear it gurgle as it went through. I didn't like it, so he offered to take out a little. So, now I have 3.5 cc in my band.
I love the restriction-again. kind of like right after surgery. No hunger and all I've had to eat today is liquids. I don't think I've reached "fill Nivana" or the "sweet spot" I'll sure enjoy it while I have it......
I love the restriction-again. kind of like right after surgery. No hunger and all I've had to eat today is liquids. I don't think I've reached "fill Nivana" or the "sweet spot" I'll sure enjoy it while I have it......
Plateau's are hard to do...
Feb 18, 2008
My weight loss has hit the brakes. My scale has hardly budged in the past month. I think I see a little movement this week. Maybe? Just in time for my appointment next week with Dr. Verseman. This creeping stuff is hard since my first few weeks were so good. I know this is normal, but I'm so impatient. I have to pray on this. Will I get another fill? Will it really make a difference. My dietician said I was "textbook" weight loss-that's good.
Really hard to add to the blog as this time of the year is so mundane and routine. Seeing the Easter rehearsal for church was a little more encouraging that spring is coming.
Got some really good sales this past weekend and the sizes are non "W"
Really hard to add to the blog as this time of the year is so mundane and routine. Seeing the Easter rehearsal for church was a little more encouraging that spring is coming.
Got some really good sales this past weekend and the sizes are non "W"
Another Milestone!
Jan 30, 2008
Today is my Birthday! Another (not so big) milestone. But, it's so good to say that I haven't weighed this weight in at least 8 or more other birthdays. WOW. Need to feel better about that. Plus it's hard to know what to wear 'caus everything is getting really baggy. What a problem that is-hehehehehe.!
We lost our dear Bailey last week. Her illness got the best of her and we had her euthanized. It wasn't any less painful, but the right choice. She went very quickly in my DH and my arms. Now to deal with Oscar.
I couldn't believe how tight the band was after the loss. I couldn't hardly swallow. I looked it up online and its an esophageal response to stress. I guess the band may make it worse.
Another blizzard birthday, too. The roads were just absolutely horrible. So, here we are at home and I put a lasagna in the oven. Will take the kids out to eat this Saturday-will be nice.
Mother-in-law recouped well from her surgery.....
We lost our dear Bailey last week. Her illness got the best of her and we had her euthanized. It wasn't any less painful, but the right choice. She went very quickly in my DH and my arms. Now to deal with Oscar.
I couldn't believe how tight the band was after the loss. I couldn't hardly swallow. I looked it up online and its an esophageal response to stress. I guess the band may make it worse.
Another blizzard birthday, too. The roads were just absolutely horrible. So, here we are at home and I put a lasagna in the oven. Will take the kids out to eat this Saturday-will be nice.
Mother-in-law recouped well from her surgery.....
ONE-DER LAND!!!!
Jan 16, 2008
I never give my bathroom scale any creditability. It can vary so much. I only count what I get on Dr. verseman's scale. Today I went and I lost an amazing 12 pounds which put me into ONE-DER LAND!!!!! OMG! I have never been so excited. It has been so long since I've been there. Dr. Verseman said I looked great!!! No fill today-I was convinced I was doing what I needed to be doing. Except for one little "stuck" episode with an orange, it hasn't been too bad. I can cross my legs, I can wear a necklace without choking. I shared this all with my DH and he is SO proud!!!!
January Funk
Jan 11, 2008
Right now it is getting to be the period of winter or January "funk." The Holidays are over, the decorations are down, the days are gray. It is getting harder to deal with "Bandster Hell." I'm trying to see if my hunger is really hunger or if it's just an emotional reaction. My stomach DOES growl. Maybe a bit of both. I still journal all I eat. Maybe its a little OCD-ish.
I've rediscovered why I enjoy going to the gym so much. I've been going 3 days a week-spin twice and swim once. Makes you feel so much better. My clothes are getting relly loose and had to buy something in the MISSES section a couple of weeks ago. A great NSV.
Planned our trip to San Antonio for Sean's graduation. Something to look forward to.
Bailey's (the dog) problem is a real heart break. I hope she can keep a good quality of her life. She's such a sweet girl. But, don't want her to suffer.
Wednesday is "fill day" The weight loss has come a real slow down. See what Dr. V has up his sleeve.....
I've rediscovered why I enjoy going to the gym so much. I've been going 3 days a week-spin twice and swim once. Makes you feel so much better. My clothes are getting relly loose and had to buy something in the MISSES section a couple of weeks ago. A great NSV.
Planned our trip to San Antonio for Sean's graduation. Something to look forward to.
Bailey's (the dog) problem is a real heart break. I hope she can keep a good quality of her life. She's such a sweet girl. But, don't want her to suffer.
Wednesday is "fill day" The weight loss has come a real slow down. See what Dr. V has up his sleeve.....
Merry Christmas
Dec 26, 2007
Better late than never! This has been the best Christmas present to me! Almost 40 pounds and hovering near ONE-derland! Can't say that Christmas was that easy. Trying to live without no restriction isn't the easiest. But, I did the best I could. Can only have banket once a year. I know that I'll get going...
Has the best Christmas at home-the kids were over and I never left my slippers. Watched some movies, Christmas Story and the Simpson's. Nice sunny Christmas afternoon.......
Tomorrow is my date with my groom of 32 years
Has the best Christmas at home-the kids were over and I never left my slippers. Watched some movies, Christmas Story and the Simpson's. Nice sunny Christmas afternoon.......
Tomorrow is my date with my groom of 32 years
About Me
Kalamazoo, MI
Location
28.2
BMI
Surgery
10/25/2007
Surgery Date
Aug 12, 2007
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