LiteraryMinded
Gettin back on track
Jul 23, 2012
It's been a long time since I have been here. I have gained 50#, and I have felt like such a failure. It was as if a steam roller had run over me and I couldn't control it. I had such a bad experience with True Results, and Dr. Benavedis's office kept sending me back to them. Not to mention, the two hours down and back and having to get a sub. for that time off -- not good with my new principal. Anyway, I was totally out of control.
We took students to Washington, D.C. two weeks ago, and one of the moms on the trip told me about having had lap-band surgery in April. I explained my problem(s) to her, and she referred me to her surgeon. I called as soon as we got back and had my records transferred to him.
We met yesterday. Standing on the scale was liberating to me because I felt like I was taking control of myself and my weight. Dr. Kureshi was wonderful. He doesn't "farm" people out to after-care centers; he sees all of his patients every month. He even does the fills himself. He said that my after-care left a lot to be desired. He feels that seeing his patients once a month allows for accountability. Now, I am not blaming my weight gain on the anyone else -- I put everything into my own mouth. Obviously, I have a problem with food or I wouldn't have gotten the band in the first place.
I had a fill yesterday -- up to 6.8 ccs -- and I am not lamenting the weight that I have gained, but rather I am looking forward as a way to getting back on track and living my life. I have learned to "never say never" because "never" does happen. I am not sure what the future holds, but I am sure that I have to assume more responsibility for myself and my actions. OH was a great help to me when I initially had my surgery, and I am hoping that it will be again.
Almost 2 Years Out
Oct 05, 2009
I didn't realize that I hadn't posted here in so long -- just too busy. We started training for our first 5K in early August and finally ran it this last Saturday. While I didn't run the whole race, I did run more than I walked, which was my goal. I can't say that I love running, but I like it well enough to keep at it. I'm running in the Madill 5K this weekend. Danny and Catie have soccer, so I'll be running alone, but I'll know many people. Also, I'd like to be a good example for my students.
After my unfill in late August, I've got 6 ccs in my 10 cc band. I have absolutely no restriction at all. I'm trying to manage through exercise and diet, but some days are easier than others. I'd still like to get to 150#, and the process is much slower now.
When food demons take over, they're ferocious. I can't imagine where I'd be if I hadn't had WLS. I am able to control myself, put on my "big girl panties," and get back on track, but it is hard.
I have a lot of loose skin, especially stomach, arms, thighs, but my butt stays bigger -- something that is new to me. I'll plod on and feel healthier. My A1C was 5.2, "normal," and I am taking little medicine now. Again, I had this surgery to feel better and have more energy, both of which I've done.
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After my unfill in late August, I've got 6 ccs in my 10 cc band. I have absolutely no restriction at all. I'm trying to manage through exercise and diet, but some days are easier than others. I'd still like to get to 150#, and the process is much slower now.
When food demons take over, they're ferocious. I can't imagine where I'd be if I hadn't had WLS. I am able to control myself, put on my "big girl panties," and get back on track, but it is hard.
I have a lot of loose skin, especially stomach, arms, thighs, but my butt stays bigger -- something that is new to me. I'll plod on and feel healthier. My A1C was 5.2, "normal," and I am taking little medicine now. Again, I had this surgery to feel better and have more energy, both of which I've done.
Summer is Almost Over For Me!
Aug 02, 2009
This is my last week off before I have to go back to work. I am looking forward to the new school year, but I hate that summer "freedom" is almost over. I had a fill last Friday, and I'm finally up to the fill level that I had before my unfill in late February. I'm hoping that this will help. I am also looking forward to a "normal" routine again; I seem to do better with a defined schedule.
I've exercised a lot this summer, mostly walking, but I am not going to the gym anymore because of the cost. If I find that I need the extra boost, I'll join again. It's easier to find time to swim, walk, and/or ride my bike than it is to go to the gym.
I went to Washington, D.C. this last month with three students. We had such a great time! Seeing so many things that I had heard about, e.g. Lincoln Memorial, the White House, the Holocaust Museum, the Library of Congress -- words can't describe the significance. The funny thing is that my students had a hard time keeping up with me! They couldn't get over how fast I walked and that I wasn't tired and they were! Also, they did comment that I only ate lettuce and nuts! I had brought snacks with me (nuts) and salad bars were always available. Unlike some of the others, I didn't get blisters or sore feet! Next year, we're thinking of broadening our horizons to New York City! This trip reminded me of why I teach!
I haven't been on OH much these days. I find that spending so much time on the computer takes time away from my family and friends, and activities, and I read every day but rarely post. I'll try to do better!
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I've exercised a lot this summer, mostly walking, but I am not going to the gym anymore because of the cost. If I find that I need the extra boost, I'll join again. It's easier to find time to swim, walk, and/or ride my bike than it is to go to the gym.
I went to Washington, D.C. this last month with three students. We had such a great time! Seeing so many things that I had heard about, e.g. Lincoln Memorial, the White House, the Holocaust Museum, the Library of Congress -- words can't describe the significance. The funny thing is that my students had a hard time keeping up with me! They couldn't get over how fast I walked and that I wasn't tired and they were! Also, they did comment that I only ate lettuce and nuts! I had brought snacks with me (nuts) and salad bars were always available. Unlike some of the others, I didn't get blisters or sore feet! Next year, we're thinking of broadening our horizons to New York City! This trip reminded me of why I teach!
I haven't been on OH much these days. I find that spending so much time on the computer takes time away from my family and friends, and activities, and I read every day but rarely post. I'll try to do better!
Back on Track
Jun 16, 2009
I went for a fill today -- .5 ccs, so I'm back to 6.3 ccs. I wanted a more aggressive fill, but the PA at True Results said to do it this way and to come back in four weeks. I have remained at the same weight -- thought I had gained, so that's okay. She asked why I hadn't been in since May, and I said that I live an hour-and-a-half away, teach school and subs are hard to find after spring break, and this was my first opportunity to come in. I have been exercising aggressively, but I can eat anything and everything.
We had a good time on the cruise. It was really nice to have my pictures taken, repeatedly, and to not cringe every time. I even had my picture taken in a swimsuit!! Mom couldn't, wouldn't, do much of anything. She got off of the ship once in the Cayman Islands, walked to a few stores, but had a rough time of it. She and Lindsay shared a room, but Mom's smoking drove Lindsay nuts and Lindsay's messiness drove Mom nuts. Mom constantly criticized everyone and everything, especially what people, including us, ate. The tension was thick! However, swimming with sting rays was one of the neatest things that I have ever done in my life. Also, climbing Dunns' River Falls in Jamaica was a real achievement for me -- I could do it!!
I would still like to lose about 40# more. I've lost over 50% of my excess weight and, while I'm not unhappy with that, I would like to weigh in at about 140#. I see the clothing sizes that people wear, and I just don't get it. I wear a misses' 14/16, L or XL, yet I see people saying that they also wear these sizes when they weigh 235# + -- strange. I remember weighing 150# in high school, and squeezing into a size 11/12. I really do think that clothing manufacturer's have changed clothing size requirements to adjust to a "bigger" world.
I'm done with summer school now -- I taught two weeks -- and I have some time now. The girls and I are doing "projects," e.g. mowing the lawn, raking leaves, cleaning out closets, etc. -- things that have to be done but rarely do! Tomorrow, we tackle taking down the 50 gallon aquarium.
I'm walking 3-4 miles in the morning, swimming in the afternoon, and sometimes hitting the gym, too. I would like to be in prime shape before going back to school. I hope that this fill gives me the "boost" that I need.
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We had a good time on the cruise. It was really nice to have my pictures taken, repeatedly, and to not cringe every time. I even had my picture taken in a swimsuit!! Mom couldn't, wouldn't, do much of anything. She got off of the ship once in the Cayman Islands, walked to a few stores, but had a rough time of it. She and Lindsay shared a room, but Mom's smoking drove Lindsay nuts and Lindsay's messiness drove Mom nuts. Mom constantly criticized everyone and everything, especially what people, including us, ate. The tension was thick! However, swimming with sting rays was one of the neatest things that I have ever done in my life. Also, climbing Dunns' River Falls in Jamaica was a real achievement for me -- I could do it!!
I would still like to lose about 40# more. I've lost over 50% of my excess weight and, while I'm not unhappy with that, I would like to weigh in at about 140#. I see the clothing sizes that people wear, and I just don't get it. I wear a misses' 14/16, L or XL, yet I see people saying that they also wear these sizes when they weigh 235# + -- strange. I remember weighing 150# in high school, and squeezing into a size 11/12. I really do think that clothing manufacturer's have changed clothing size requirements to adjust to a "bigger" world.
I'm done with summer school now -- I taught two weeks -- and I have some time now. The girls and I are doing "projects," e.g. mowing the lawn, raking leaves, cleaning out closets, etc. -- things that have to be done but rarely do! Tomorrow, we tackle taking down the 50 gallon aquarium.
I'm walking 3-4 miles in the morning, swimming in the afternoon, and sometimes hitting the gym, too. I would like to be in prime shape before going back to school. I hope that this fill gives me the "boost" that I need.
Ups and Downs
May 06, 2009
I'm actually home sick today, so I decided to download a new avatar picture, along with others, and write here. I woke up incredibly dizzy and nauseous. I hate to call in sick so close to the end of school, but there was no way that I could drive. I took a nap this morning, finally ate some yogurt and granola, drank a copy of flavored coffee, took some Tylenol, and I'm beginning to feel a bit better.
Let's see: I badly need a fill, but I'm waiting until we get back from vacation. One of the stops on our cruise was to be Cozumel, Mexico, which we love, but that's a no-go because of swine flu. We had planned on taking the kids to visit the Mayan ruins, which we did 10 years ago, but it's not happening now! Apparently, we're to spend two more hours in the Cayman Islands, still going to Jamaica, and that'll be fine.
I've not lost or gained any weight in a while; still weigh about 180#. Exercise has not been a problem, but finding the time to do so has been. I'm in a water aerobics class that I like, and it meets 4X a week. The last week for the class is next week. Normally, I'm walking a lot more now, but we've had a lot of rainy, thunderous days.
I'll begin working harder this summer. I may teach summer school, 8-12 for the month of June, because the extra money will come in handy with Lindsay starting school. I've not made good food choices lately -- too many choices that my lazy self has given in to. It's so easy to revert to bad habits when I'm either tired or stressed. I keep telling myself that the choice is mine, but sometimes I don't think through the "choices" enough.
Lindsay will be going to UCO, Edmond, OK, in the fall. It's nice that a decision has been reached and that she'll be closer to us. She has received both merit and music scholarships and we will not be out-of-pocket for much of her schooling. We go up next Friday, 15th for registration. She graduates on May 21st. Poor Catie will turn 9 on May 20, but there will not be much of a party until we leave on the cruise -- just too much going on.
We have another rescue dog. I never thought that I would have a small dog in a million years, but my friend, Mary, found a Chihuahua and couldn't keep her. Our original intention had been to give the dog to one of Danny's employees, but Catie couldn't bear to part with her once I brought her home. Her name is Lucy, she's about 3, and we call her everything from Lulu to Lupita to Chalupa. She's friendly, smart, and we get a kick out of her. She sleeps with Catie, and Catie is primarily responsible for her.
Life goes on and I continue to be happy with my choice of the Lap-Band. I'm not on the OH site much these days because I have so little time, but I check it at least once a day and still get inspiration from it.
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Let's see: I badly need a fill, but I'm waiting until we get back from vacation. One of the stops on our cruise was to be Cozumel, Mexico, which we love, but that's a no-go because of swine flu. We had planned on taking the kids to visit the Mayan ruins, which we did 10 years ago, but it's not happening now! Apparently, we're to spend two more hours in the Cayman Islands, still going to Jamaica, and that'll be fine.
I've not lost or gained any weight in a while; still weigh about 180#. Exercise has not been a problem, but finding the time to do so has been. I'm in a water aerobics class that I like, and it meets 4X a week. The last week for the class is next week. Normally, I'm walking a lot more now, but we've had a lot of rainy, thunderous days.
I'll begin working harder this summer. I may teach summer school, 8-12 for the month of June, because the extra money will come in handy with Lindsay starting school. I've not made good food choices lately -- too many choices that my lazy self has given in to. It's so easy to revert to bad habits when I'm either tired or stressed. I keep telling myself that the choice is mine, but sometimes I don't think through the "choices" enough.
Lindsay will be going to UCO, Edmond, OK, in the fall. It's nice that a decision has been reached and that she'll be closer to us. She has received both merit and music scholarships and we will not be out-of-pocket for much of her schooling. We go up next Friday, 15th for registration. She graduates on May 21st. Poor Catie will turn 9 on May 20, but there will not be much of a party until we leave on the cruise -- just too much going on.
We have another rescue dog. I never thought that I would have a small dog in a million years, but my friend, Mary, found a Chihuahua and couldn't keep her. Our original intention had been to give the dog to one of Danny's employees, but Catie couldn't bear to part with her once I brought her home. Her name is Lucy, she's about 3, and we call her everything from Lulu to Lupita to Chalupa. She's friendly, smart, and we get a kick out of her. She sleeps with Catie, and Catie is primarily responsible for her.
Life goes on and I continue to be happy with my choice of the Lap-Band. I'm not on the OH site much these days because I have so little time, but I check it at least once a day and still get inspiration from it.
Many Setbacks to be Overcome
Mar 23, 2009
I've had many setbacks in the last month to month-and-a-half. Last month, I developed a blister on the side of my foot, where there is a bone, of course, and it became badly infected. Two rounds of antibiotics, and over a month later, I've developed a callus on it. Depending on the shoes I wear, and the padding, some days are more painful than others. Around this same time, I had a bad bout with the flu -- constant vomiting and diarrhea. I ended up having to have an unfill with 1.5 ccs removed from the 6.4 ccs in my 10 ccs band. The relief was immediate. I was scared that my band had slipped, but it hadn't. Luckily, Jean pushed me to see my doctor.
Last week, during Spring Break, I had hand surgery. I've developed Duypetren's Syndrome, something very well known and recognized by my plastic surgeon, and he successfully operated last week. No exercise for three days, but he has okayed "clean" water and walking. I went back to the after care center and had .8 ccs put back into my band. I still have little restriction, but I'm taking better control. When I had gone in for the fill, I had gained over 6#. Some of that was fluid from the surgery, but most of it was me because I had been able to actually eat again. I had not realized how much I was PBing and vomiting until I had the unfill. It was nice to eat bread again, not sweets, but some bread, more meat, just more food and keep it down. I see so many who have over 9 ccs in a 10 ccs band, and they still haven't reached their "sweet spot," but I don't seem to have reached a happy medium between too tight and too loose. I'm hoping to get to that point. I see the after care PA in another month and we'll go from there.
I've signed up for water aerobics at the local university. My friend, Marsha, and I are taking it, so it's fun and good exercise. I'm making good food choices again -- Greek yogurt, my new found fave!, almonds, good protein, and hoping to drop the last 30 - 40#. I'm wearing between a size 14-16, and that's great, but I am not pleased with my saggy stomach, thighs, and arms. Once I have my hand stitches removed, I'll go back to using weights at the gym. That combined with the water aerobics should have me feeling better.
I see the nephrologist on Wednesday. Something I will ask him is about insulin and its dosages and formats. At my suggestion, my primary care physician took me off of insulin shots and put me on two mild oral meds. My question is how do they know that this dosage, too, cannot be reduced? My last A1C was 5.6, good, but I would like to lower the dosage of insulin and/or eliminate one or both of the meds. I'll ask about that. My kidneys are functioning well, and I feel good, but these setbacks have been difficult.
I'm thrilled to have an OH friend who lives nearby. I so enjoy having someone to talk to who understands my concerns and issues; she's a gift. Spring Break made me long for summer and its freedom. I've gotten over seeing myself as always being "fat," and I'm heading toward a smaller, healthier self.
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Last week, during Spring Break, I had hand surgery. I've developed Duypetren's Syndrome, something very well known and recognized by my plastic surgeon, and he successfully operated last week. No exercise for three days, but he has okayed "clean" water and walking. I went back to the after care center and had .8 ccs put back into my band. I still have little restriction, but I'm taking better control. When I had gone in for the fill, I had gained over 6#. Some of that was fluid from the surgery, but most of it was me because I had been able to actually eat again. I had not realized how much I was PBing and vomiting until I had the unfill. It was nice to eat bread again, not sweets, but some bread, more meat, just more food and keep it down. I see so many who have over 9 ccs in a 10 ccs band, and they still haven't reached their "sweet spot," but I don't seem to have reached a happy medium between too tight and too loose. I'm hoping to get to that point. I see the after care PA in another month and we'll go from there.
I've signed up for water aerobics at the local university. My friend, Marsha, and I are taking it, so it's fun and good exercise. I'm making good food choices again -- Greek yogurt, my new found fave!, almonds, good protein, and hoping to drop the last 30 - 40#. I'm wearing between a size 14-16, and that's great, but I am not pleased with my saggy stomach, thighs, and arms. Once I have my hand stitches removed, I'll go back to using weights at the gym. That combined with the water aerobics should have me feeling better.
I see the nephrologist on Wednesday. Something I will ask him is about insulin and its dosages and formats. At my suggestion, my primary care physician took me off of insulin shots and put me on two mild oral meds. My question is how do they know that this dosage, too, cannot be reduced? My last A1C was 5.6, good, but I would like to lower the dosage of insulin and/or eliminate one or both of the meds. I'll ask about that. My kidneys are functioning well, and I feel good, but these setbacks have been difficult.
I'm thrilled to have an OH friend who lives nearby. I so enjoy having someone to talk to who understands my concerns and issues; she's a gift. Spring Break made me long for summer and its freedom. I've gotten over seeing myself as always being "fat," and I'm heading toward a smaller, healthier self.
An Unexpected Gift of a Day Off!
Jan 27, 2009
We had an awful ice storm yesterday/last night, and school was cancelled for the day. This is an unexpected gift that I plan to take advantage of! Today, I am going to clean house, exercise, and take the Jeopardy online test!
I do believe that everything happens for a reason. Yesterday, so few kids came to school that I let them watch a movie, something I rarely do, and I was able to get onto the Internet. For some reason, I checked the Oklahoma state board to see if others had posted about the weather. The first post that I checked was from someone in Durant, the same town that I live in -- what a coincidence! The only person I know who has had WLS of any kind is my husband's secretary, so having a local friend to talk to about common WLS issues is a gift. We are even both teachers! I truly have gotten so much from OH.
I find myself craving carbs when the weather is cold. I'm exercising regularly and doing more and more every time; my strength has improved greatly. Now, I just need to get my food choices more in line. I tend to get stuck more easily when it's cold and often just have a gas station cappuccino for breakfast. I'm going to try to break that habit.
I am hovering between 179# and 182#, so I only weigh myself about once a week or so. My clothes fit better, and I am wearing many 14s now -- another unexpected gift. We are going on a cruise in May, and I would like to be wearing 12s by then. I'll keep on plugging along!
A Fresh Start!
Jan 01, 2009
Happy New Year! While I have only gained a few pounds, I have not been sticking to either my exercise plan or eating plan. I threw out all of the junk, including homemade bread, petit fours, Chex mix, nuts, and anything else remotely tempting. I have set realistic goals for myself this year that include the following: 1)exercising 6-7 days a week, 2) losing 40 - 50#, 3) becoming more frugal with everything, 4) being more patient with my students, family, and my mom, 5) reading more -- I've enjoyed reading over Christmas, 6) contributing more to OH because it helps with accountability, 7) more intimacy with Danny as we have fallen into the bad habit of being parents rather than partners. All are attainable.
This morning, Danny and I talked about our goals for the year. We agreed on everything. Danny would like to lose weight. He says that a lot of his problems, including stress at home and work, revolve around his weight gain. He, too, is worried about money. We have resolved to work together with our goal being "WANT TOs VS. NEED TOs." I really like this and will post it at school, too.
I got up this morning, scrambled eggs with LF cheese and ham for us both, went to the gym and spent 30 minutes on the weights and 65 minutes on the treadmill walking/jogging. We went to the market and bought needed groceries with a meal plan in mind for us both. This afternoon, we'll take the basset hounds for a long walk, which will be good for Danny, Catie, the dogs, and me.
I do better with a plan, and I definitely have one in mind! This will be a good year!
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This morning, Danny and I talked about our goals for the year. We agreed on everything. Danny would like to lose weight. He says that a lot of his problems, including stress at home and work, revolve around his weight gain. He, too, is worried about money. We have resolved to work together with our goal being "WANT TOs VS. NEED TOs." I really like this and will post it at school, too.
I got up this morning, scrambled eggs with LF cheese and ham for us both, went to the gym and spent 30 minutes on the weights and 65 minutes on the treadmill walking/jogging. We went to the market and bought needed groceries with a meal plan in mind for us both. This afternoon, we'll take the basset hounds for a long walk, which will be good for Danny, Catie, the dogs, and me.
I do better with a plan, and I definitely have one in mind! This will be a good year!
Feeling Overwhelmed At Times ...
Nov 09, 2008
I've had a lot happening these days, it seems. Last week, I had a stomach virus that knocked me for a loop.I actually missed two days of work, something I have never done. I still have this same cold that has been dragging on for over a month now -- just wears me out. I need a fill; I can eat far more than I should and I'm more hungry than I'm used to. I'll wait until after Thanksgiving, but I'll call today to make an appointment. In the meantime, I'm dependent on self-control, so we'll see. Lots of liquid and exercise when I can!
I'm selling more clothing and other items on eBay right now, too. I've done better than I did this summer. Maybe the economy is driving more people to eBay, who knows? It's a lot of work, but it's extra Christmas money.
My mom is very needy right now, so she is super critical of me and Catie. I get nervous and eat too much. I have to be better about controlling myself as I can't change her. I'm determined to not let her control the holidays.
My weight is down to 191#, so I feel like I have done well. I read so many comments on OH about people not eating carbs, eating these miniscule meals, drinking water like there's no tomorrow, and I've just never done that. For me, that isn't real life. I always wonder if those who post these things REALLY live like this and/or they're setting newbies up for failure because it's not realistic. The more time that passes since the band, I have to accept that this is how I will always live my life; that means mostly good choices but with some give and take thrown in there. I'm wearing a size 16/18, which thrills me to no end, and I feel great most of the time. I have a lot of loose skin, especially around my lower abdomen, but it's not unsightly, just there.
My short term goals are to take each day at a time, make good choices, handle what I can, and not obsess about what I can't. I am truly blessed in so many ways.
I'm selling more clothing and other items on eBay right now, too. I've done better than I did this summer. Maybe the economy is driving more people to eBay, who knows? It's a lot of work, but it's extra Christmas money.
My mom is very needy right now, so she is super critical of me and Catie. I get nervous and eat too much. I have to be better about controlling myself as I can't change her. I'm determined to not let her control the holidays.
My weight is down to 191#, so I feel like I have done well. I read so many comments on OH about people not eating carbs, eating these miniscule meals, drinking water like there's no tomorrow, and I've just never done that. For me, that isn't real life. I always wonder if those who post these things REALLY live like this and/or they're setting newbies up for failure because it's not realistic. The more time that passes since the band, I have to accept that this is how I will always live my life; that means mostly good choices but with some give and take thrown in there. I'm wearing a size 16/18, which thrills me to no end, and I feel great most of the time. I have a lot of loose skin, especially around my lower abdomen, but it's not unsightly, just there.
My short term goals are to take each day at a time, make good choices, handle what I can, and not obsess about what I can't. I am truly blessed in so many ways.
One Year Has Already Passed ...
Oct 16, 2008
It's hard to believe that this Saturday it will have been one year since I had my surgery. What a difference a year has made! I had my husband dig out old pictures of me so that I can post a difference; I cringed when I saw the few that he found -- I was HUGE. Danny said, "You look so good now! I never realized how much "different" you looked before!" He meant it in a nice way, but it's true -- I was so darned big. I remember going into surgery kicking and screaming because I was so mad at myself for having to have surgery to lose weight. I weighed 315# the day of surgery (I had lost 7# prior to surgery) and struggled to fit into a size 26/28 with elastic. My diabetes was in tight control -- at one point my A1c was 4.9 -- but I had gotten into that fat-medication-fat cycle and could not break it. I was taking 27 units of Lantus insulin daily, Lasix/potassium, Procrit (anemia), Actos (to work with the insulin), blood pressure pills, iron tablets, stool softeners (to poop regularly), and Tylenol PM to sleep at night. I had little to no energy and was completely depleted when I got home from school.
Today, I wear a size 16 in pants, skirts, dresses, L or XL in tops, my bra size has gone from a 46DD to a 38DDD, and my shoe size has gone from a 9W to an 8 1/2M. I no longer take insulin for my diabetes and am on a minimal dosage of an oral medication (my A1c was 5.6 last time), no blood pressure medicine, no Lasix/potassium, no iron, no stool softeners, no Tylenol PM; I do take a multi-vitamin, a calcium chew, two FiberChoice tablets, and an allergy pill every day. I walk/jog from 3-4 miles 5-6 days a week; I do yoga/aerobics on my Wii Fit (love it), and lift weights 1-2X a week at the gym (hurt my back a few months ago and I'm more cautious now). I sleep about 7 hours a night and am on the go all of the time.
I do have a lot of loose skin -- age/ pregnancies/C-sections -- but that's okay; clothes cover it up nicely. God invented spandex for a reason! I have had 3 fills for a total of 6 ccs in my 10cc band; my restriction level is good. I eat fairly well most of the time; if I eat something I shouldn't, I accept it and go on with my day; I no longer beat myself up and consider myself a failure.
Anyway, one of the best things that I have ever done for myself and my family was having WLS. It was truly the tool that I needed to improve the quality of my life. For that, I am thankful. I've met some great people on OH, I depend on them for suppport, I look to them for advice, and I am generally in a great place. Life is good.
Today, I wear a size 16 in pants, skirts, dresses, L or XL in tops, my bra size has gone from a 46DD to a 38DDD, and my shoe size has gone from a 9W to an 8 1/2M. I no longer take insulin for my diabetes and am on a minimal dosage of an oral medication (my A1c was 5.6 last time), no blood pressure medicine, no Lasix/potassium, no iron, no stool softeners, no Tylenol PM; I do take a multi-vitamin, a calcium chew, two FiberChoice tablets, and an allergy pill every day. I walk/jog from 3-4 miles 5-6 days a week; I do yoga/aerobics on my Wii Fit (love it), and lift weights 1-2X a week at the gym (hurt my back a few months ago and I'm more cautious now). I sleep about 7 hours a night and am on the go all of the time.
I do have a lot of loose skin -- age/ pregnancies/C-sections -- but that's okay; clothes cover it up nicely. God invented spandex for a reason! I have had 3 fills for a total of 6 ccs in my 10cc band; my restriction level is good. I eat fairly well most of the time; if I eat something I shouldn't, I accept it and go on with my day; I no longer beat myself up and consider myself a failure.
Anyway, one of the best things that I have ever done for myself and my family was having WLS. It was truly the tool that I needed to improve the quality of my life. For that, I am thankful. I've met some great people on OH, I depend on them for suppport, I look to them for advice, and I am generally in a great place. Life is good.
About Me
OK
Location
41.0
BMI
Surgery
10/18/2007
Surgery Date
Oct 28, 2007
Member Since
