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So, I am maintaining my weight very well...
Nov 07, 2010
I am still very happy about my decision to have WLS and I try not to
lose sight of the struggle it took to get here!
I thought my ideal weight would be like 145lbs but all my doctor
strongly disagrees. So, as of my last weight-in at the gym, I am glad
to say I have stabilized at 173lbs. I am still a size 8/10. I still
wear a small/medium blouse/top but most of all, I AM HAPPY
when I look in the mirror.
Its about that time.....Plasties!!!!
May 03, 2010
I just woke up the other day and decided that its time for me to finish this part of my journey and stop being lazy/scared about it. I had went to see several surgeons in early part of this year but only one doctor, I felt, was being honest with me. He was realistic and upfront with his expectations, and the BONUS was that he was a working associate of my WLS doctor, Dr. Mueller!
Like I did my research on him, and I different even bother to look at the office location, he in the same office! But to my credit, all my research referred to his other office located in Del Mar, but anywhoo, I have selected Dr. Pollack for my plasties!!!So excited and so money concerned. Its gonna be a pinch coming up with the dough but I can do it. Just have to get a handle on my shopping. Also, I set the date for around my WLS anniversary and and alsogive me time to get the funds together. I'm trying to avoid a medical loan, though I qualify for one...just dont want that burden.
So OH friends, wish me luck and I will kee p you posted!
TWO YEARS POST-OP, BABY!!!!!!!!!!
Dec 08, 2009
So, I had my 2 year anniversary on November 26Th! Hard to believe it has been 2 years but time does fly! I have composed list of the good and the bad with my journey with WLS:
THE GOOD
1. I made the decision for the betterment of myself and no one else.
2. I great friends that saw me through and who supported me!
3. The confident person I have always been, is just bigger than life but still humble.
4. I rock a size 8 and folks call me "Skinny."
5. I can climb the stairs to my apartment without the need to catch my breathe
6. Buying new clothes every 2 months or so!
7.Its okay, to order salmon at every restaurant I go to!
8. I can stand up with my legs together and my thighs not touch!
9. I feel bad and lazy when I don't get my workout in for the day!
10. Crossing my legs for the first time in a long time! Not just at the ankles.
THE BAD
1. Folks assuming you took the easy way out, by having WLS! PLEASE!!! Someone tell me when it gets easy.
2. You can, at time, lapses and forget your tummy is small and eat too fast or too much.
3. You miss the taste of beer
... but not the calories
4. You see others that are supportive of your journey, and lose friends.
5. Remembering that its a tool and it work 24/7.
6. The expense of buying new clothes every 2 months or so!
7. I have actually lost dates due to my weight loss. I usually can convert them either way!
8. Now that you are thin, guys want to take you to eat or get you pregnant!
9. Seeing other struggling with their weight and you can't help them, but only able offer your encouragement.
10. Paying for RTD protein every 2 months...but hey! there is hardily any groceries in my fridge anyway.
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THE GOOD
1. I made the decision for the betterment of myself and no one else.
2. I great friends that saw me through and who supported me!
3. The confident person I have always been, is just bigger than life but still humble.
4. I rock a size 8 and folks call me "Skinny."
5. I can climb the stairs to my apartment without the need to catch my breathe
6. Buying new clothes every 2 months or so!
7.Its okay, to order salmon at every restaurant I go to!
8. I can stand up with my legs together and my thighs not touch!
9. I feel bad and lazy when I don't get my workout in for the day!
10. Crossing my legs for the first time in a long time! Not just at the ankles.
THE BAD
1. Folks assuming you took the easy way out, by having WLS! PLEASE!!! Someone tell me when it gets easy.
2. You can, at time, lapses and forget your tummy is small and eat too fast or too much.
3. You miss the taste of beer
... but not the calories4. You see others that are supportive of your journey, and lose friends.
5. Remembering that its a tool and it work 24/7.
6. The expense of buying new clothes every 2 months or so!
7. I have actually lost dates due to my weight loss. I usually can convert them either way!
8. Now that you are thin, guys want to take you to eat or get you pregnant!
9. Seeing other struggling with their weight and you can't help them, but only able offer your encouragement.
10. Paying for RTD protein every 2 months...but hey! there is hardily any groceries in my fridge anyway.
Can't help but be HAPPY!
Jul 27, 2009
This past weekend I went to Palm Springs for annual weekend
getaway called Party in Palm Springs (http://www.partyinpalmsprings.com/Home_Page.html). check out
the website when you get a chance! I HAD A FREAKIN BLAST! Now,
I was not bikini ready this year, but next year watch out! I want to
share my pictures with my OH family because you all inspire me and I
hope you can see through my journey that this surgery is a tool, and
we have to work it!
Time for the plastic surgeon....
Jun 03, 2009
So I have been strongly considering my plastic surgery options. I feel that my weight has settled out enough for me to start looking into it. I call my surgeon's office to see if Dr. Mueller could give me some referrals to a plastic surgeon! Wouldn't you know?! In his office is a plastics surgeon, Dr. Pollack!
So, scheduling my consultation this month. I found him covered as a Dr for my insurance, but I am unsure whether or not my insurance will pay for any procedure I may have. But nonetheless, I am excited!
I am also considering my birth control options... At this point in my life, I don't want the weight gain of a pregnancy. I am not in such a relationship that children are an option, but it to the point in my life...Do I really want children??? I told myself that after my plastic surgery was done, I wouldn't have children. Out of fear of the weight coming back. I am really good about the eating and working out but you never know...
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So, scheduling my consultation this month. I found him covered as a Dr for my insurance, but I am unsure whether or not my insurance will pay for any procedure I may have. But nonetheless, I am excited!
I am also considering my birth control options... At this point in my life, I don't want the weight gain of a pregnancy. I am not in such a relationship that children are an option, but it to the point in my life...Do I really want children??? I told myself that after my plastic surgery was done, I wouldn't have children. Out of fear of the weight coming back. I am really good about the eating and working out but you never know...
Change in my vocabulary
Mar 18, 2009
So I am dating...
Its no surprise really, its about time. So with this new friend, he knows of my WLS and is very supportive.
We dine out, and he knows my routine, he get a box for me because he knows I will not eat it all. He makes sure I don't have water with my meal, and doesn't let the smell of my grilled shrimp or salmon keep him from enjoying his meal (he is allergic to seafood).
The other day we were discussing past relationships...not too deep but just about the type of person we normally date. Let me back track...He is 5'9" in height which is short for me...I normally date guys 6'0" and taller. And every time I introduce him to some of my girlfriends, they give me the look, like how did that happen?! LOL But he is a sweetheart and good to me, so it is what it is.
Anyway, back to our discussion...He asked me about my type, I told him a few things, blah,blah. Then I asked him, "So, am I the only big girl you every dated?" Without missing a beat, he told me I was not big, and that I need to remove that word from my vocabulary! LOL
I know I am no where near the 336lbs and size 24 that brought me to Dr. Mueller office, but sometimes we have said things about ourselves for so long, we do it without knowing...
So I am changing my vocab!
Now, I am just sayin...
Feb 10, 2009
I am neither ashamed or embarrassed but MY decision to have weight loss surgery. But I also feel its no one's business as to how I lost my weight if Ichoose not to tell them. Two things that have happen recently has brought me to this blog to vent. Some folks at my job have been asking me how I lost so much weight, if they were close to me (i.e. folks in my work group) then they know about my going out for surgery and whatnot. But others around the building, have asked. Most of the time I laugh it off, and say lifestyle change...TRUE. And food resrtiction...TRUE. But the other day, a new guy in my lab asked about my weight loss and I told him the same answer. Well, there was another fellow in there that knows about my surgery, and proceeded to tell him that (after Ileft the lab) I had surgery. So the next day, the new guy comes and ask me rather personal questions about my surgery and I am floored! I tell him the topic is not up for discussion because I never told him about my surgery. Then I proceed to walk right over to the other co-worker and kindly inform him, through clenched teeeth, that if he ever talks about MY surgery with another person, then he will feel my wrath. Then I went to my desk, called his wife, and she read him the riot act that evening for running his mouth.
WTF?! What gives a person a right to discuss that with other folks! I pick and choose who I tell and that final! No one but Jenna Kyave Anthony laid on that table, let a doctor rearrange my insides, suffered the recovery, got myself every morning to workout and eat awlful protien shakes, give up beer, and basically do a 180 on my life to get to a better life. What gives another person the right to go blab about someone else life choice then have this outsider come and question me! GRRR
I share my weight loss journey with those in the struggle, because I know what you are going through and I know that shit aint easy! I don't sugar coated and I don't hold back, but for those looking to lose a few lbs thinking I can show them the way...think again. Surgery is not for the weak willed and the lazy. Its takes guts either way to decide whether or not to have surgery. And more power to you for either choice you make.
Second, my mother faces the same questions from ladies at my church back in Kansas City, Mo. You can call me a later bloomer of sorts. I had to get out of my hometown to see who and what kind of person I would become. So, when I come home, sigficantly less heavy than my last visit everyone is all asking those questions. Well, don't ask my mother! She tells everyone I just changed my lifestyle, but don't ask her more than once. One lady in particular was about to feel the wrath if she asked again because she is alittle bit of a busybody. My pastor and his wife know, they prayed for me, called me at the hospital and called for updates on my progress. But there are those who not have your best interest at heart, who think surgery is a cop-out. Well I tell them to KISS MY SKINNY ASS! Because this has been the most amazing and scary decision of my life. And I will be damn if I let someone steal my joy!
Whoa! I had to vent y'all. And yes, I do have a pooty mouth...its the sailor in me.
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WTF?! What gives a person a right to discuss that with other folks! I pick and choose who I tell and that final! No one but Jenna Kyave Anthony laid on that table, let a doctor rearrange my insides, suffered the recovery, got myself every morning to workout and eat awlful protien shakes, give up beer, and basically do a 180 on my life to get to a better life. What gives another person the right to go blab about someone else life choice then have this outsider come and question me! GRRR
I share my weight loss journey with those in the struggle, because I know what you are going through and I know that shit aint easy! I don't sugar coated and I don't hold back, but for those looking to lose a few lbs thinking I can show them the way...think again. Surgery is not for the weak willed and the lazy. Its takes guts either way to decide whether or not to have surgery. And more power to you for either choice you make.
Second, my mother faces the same questions from ladies at my church back in Kansas City, Mo. You can call me a later bloomer of sorts. I had to get out of my hometown to see who and what kind of person I would become. So, when I come home, sigficantly less heavy than my last visit everyone is all asking those questions. Well, don't ask my mother! She tells everyone I just changed my lifestyle, but don't ask her more than once. One lady in particular was about to feel the wrath if she asked again because she is alittle bit of a busybody. My pastor and his wife know, they prayed for me, called me at the hospital and called for updates on my progress. But there are those who not have your best interest at heart, who think surgery is a cop-out. Well I tell them to KISS MY SKINNY ASS! Because this has been the most amazing and scary decision of my life. And I will be damn if I let someone steal my joy!
Whoa! I had to vent y'all. And yes, I do have a pooty mouth...its the sailor in me.
I celebrated my 1 year anniversary!
Dec 02, 2008
I am so excited! Its been a year and one hellava ride! I never thought I would have come so far in one year but here I am! All my girlfriends are proud, supportive, and a little bit jealous, but they know my struggles with weight, so its all good. I have even motivated a few to get their butts moving.
I am wearing a size 10 or 8..depending on the cut. My poor boobs are being proped up in a 34D bra, but at least I wear size medium/small in tops.
Now, the hard part...food. At this point, I can eat just about any and everything, it can be scary. I try not to deny myself, but its that the philosohpy that had me gaining weight to begin with?! I keep my sugar low and eat alot of heathly snacks, and truly practice the three bit rule...two bites protein one bite other. it is working for me and I am back to timing my water intake...I was seeing my feet swell up..not cute at all.
Also, your girl is dating...with avengence. one is even a personal trainier...trying to get myself bikini ready for summer 2009.
Anyway, I say all this to let you know that we should all be proud of our choice in surgery, and contray to popular misconception,,,this choice is just as freakin hard as not electing to have surgery! I did it the non-surgery (like most of us) and never achieve this weight or healthy lifestyle...AND I REFUSE TO GO BACK!
Now I am saving up for my plastic surgery.
I am wearing a size 10 or 8..depending on the cut. My poor boobs are being proped up in a 34D bra, but at least I wear size medium/small in tops.
Now, the hard part...food. At this point, I can eat just about any and everything, it can be scary. I try not to deny myself, but its that the philosohpy that had me gaining weight to begin with?! I keep my sugar low and eat alot of heathly snacks, and truly practice the three bit rule...two bites protein one bite other. it is working for me and I am back to timing my water intake...I was seeing my feet swell up..not cute at all.
Also, your girl is dating...with avengence. one is even a personal trainier...trying to get myself bikini ready for summer 2009.
Anyway, I say all this to let you know that we should all be proud of our choice in surgery, and contray to popular misconception,,,this choice is just as freakin hard as not electing to have surgery! I did it the non-surgery (like most of us) and never achieve this weight or healthy lifestyle...AND I REFUSE TO GO BACK!
Now I am saving up for my plastic surgery.
10 months out and 30 lbs from my goal weight!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Oct 02, 2008
OMG! Two months shy of my one year mark! I feel good and I am very happy with my life right now! I just wanted to share with all my new friends that its not always a good day for me on this journey. Sometimes the stress of the work, family, and just life allow me to jump back into the bad habits of weight gain. I check myself, and move along. Its so hard sometimes and so unconscienous I dont know it!
I am fortunate that I surround myself with friends who care about me and support me. I was on sugar kick for about 2 weeks, just eating things I know was gonna make me sick! I had to actually talk to myself in the mirror and say that this is wrong! LOL I was home alone so no one heard my but God and knew its was wrong.
Anyway, I share this to tell you the weight will fall off, you will work out, will buy new clothes, will recieve plenty of well deserved compliments, but you will not be able to eat food the way you use to do!
Take care. Be encouraged.
I am fortunate that I surround myself with friends who care about me and support me. I was on sugar kick for about 2 weeks, just eating things I know was gonna make me sick! I had to actually talk to myself in the mirror and say that this is wrong! LOL I was home alone so no one heard my but God and knew its was wrong.
Anyway, I share this to tell you the weight will fall off, you will work out, will buy new clothes, will recieve plenty of well deserved compliments, but you will not be able to eat food the way you use to do!
Take care. Be encouraged.
Six Months OUT!!!!!!!!!!!
May 27, 2008
I never thought the day would come that I would be six months out and I would be happy with my choice to have WLS.
Well, I am! I went and did my labs for six months, and I am doing great! Getting my vitiamins in, drinking more water, getting my protein and my labs prove it!
Now we all slip up, (drink wine everynow and then) but I remain focused and happy! I am truly happy and no one can take that joy from me.
With that said...I was not happy with the scale in the doctor's office
LOL.
It says I have lost only 97lbs since surgery, and my scale at home says 117lbs. Either way, I want let it steal my joy...I full plan to be at goal weight before my one year anniversary. You can count on that!
My after care program with Dr. Mueller includes monthly fitness class with other WLS patients. It always nice to see everyone's progress and a little motivating. I make it a point to fully participate and love to other suceed. I am really happy with life now. Thank you God!
Well, I am! I went and did my labs for six months, and I am doing great! Getting my vitiamins in, drinking more water, getting my protein and my labs prove it!
Now we all slip up, (drink wine everynow and then) but I remain focused and happy! I am truly happy and no one can take that joy from me.
With that said...I was not happy with the scale in the doctor's office
LOL.It says I have lost only 97lbs since surgery, and my scale at home says 117lbs. Either way, I want let it steal my joy...I full plan to be at goal weight before my one year anniversary. You can count on that!
My after care program with Dr. Mueller includes monthly fitness class with other WLS patients. It always nice to see everyone's progress and a little motivating. I make it a point to fully participate and love to other suceed. I am really happy with life now. Thank you God!
About Me
El Cajon, CA
Location
24.1
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Surgery
11/26/2007
Surgery Date
Dec 12, 2006
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