Jody H.
Somewhere between 7 and 8 months
Apr 04, 2009
I've been more aware lately of how much work I still need to do in order to keep a handle on my eating habits.
I don't dump - blessing and/or curse - but it also means that I am more vulnerable to unhealthy snacking. it seems once the carb rush starts again - it's hard to put that monster back in the box.
I'm still working on getting a handle on portion sizes. My pouch is doing it's job and being restrictive and making me uncomfortable - but my head is having a hard time stopping before I get to that uncomfortable point.
Someone asked on the boards this week how much we love our RNY and if we are happy now. It was a good question. I can only say I appreciate my RNY, and I don't regret it. But neither do I love taking vitamins and pushing water, and the grouchiness of my pouch. Nor did I have the surgery with the intention of changing my happiness level. What I do love is the feeling of accomplishment that I get from seeing the pay-off of the surgery and the exercise and the efforts to change my eating habits. I do love the lower blood pressure, and the increased stamina, and the muscle definition I am getting.
Blessings on your journey!
Jody