Maryanne L.
Ready... Set...Wrap!
Dec 23, 2010
I love this time of year because why? I get to wrap things! I am a wrapping fiend! You can give a crappy gift, but if you take a little extra time on presentation people love it! My husband and I end up arguing every year because I wont let him wrap any gifts. Everything must have crisp corners and all tape must be invisible. There is nothing like the challenge of an oddly shaped item and having it come out perfect. Hmmm maybe I'm a little OCD? Lol! Any way, all "uniqueness" aside, I'm really looking forward to spending time with my friends and family. I wish you all Happy Holidays!
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Great 1st day back to work.
Dec 20, 2010
Its been a busy day. I met with my nutritionist this morning and she gave me some great meal plans so I can meet all of my protein requirements. After that, I went to my moms and gave her and my sisters about 2/3 of my closet but not before buying a few new pairs of scrubs, my old ones were falling off. It was fun visiting with them for a bit and watching them try things on.
Today is my first day back to work and so far so good. I'm not as far behind as I thought I would be and was able to pick up my pace pretty quickly. I am having a bit of a nap attack at the moment but I only have about 2 hours left of my shift and then I can go home and relax and get into bed early. I'm about 30lbs lighter since people at work last saw me and the compliments have been nice. The janitor whom I always chat with stopped dead in his tracks and said, "Wow! You have lost weight and look great". It made my evening.
I owe, I owe so off to work I go.
Dec 19, 2010
Well its that time once again to get back into the swing of things and rejoin the working world. Ive had 6 weeks off and man did it fly by. Ive been so busy I hardly noticed it. Ive missed my coworkers and look forward to seeing them tomorrow.
Tomorrow is going to be a busy day for me. In the morning Ive got an appointment with a nut. She is going to help me get a meal plan together so I can hopefully get all the protein I need. Maybe she will have some good tips on easy things I can take to work to eat. I usually eat on the go so portable foods are a must. Ive got some protein powder to take, some string cheese and beef jerky. If you have a quick and easy meal Id love to hear about it.
I love to fly again.
Dec 11, 2010
I'm in LA visiting my friend and had an awesome flight in! I actually fit in the seats now! I was comfortable in my isle seat and was even able to use the tray in front of me! In the past Id always have to hold my drink because the tray would sit on my stomach instead of laying flat. At the end of the flight my face hurt from smiling so much. Go me! RNY is the best thing I have ever done for myself. I still have a ways to go until I hit my goal weight but I know Ill be able to do it and little things like being able to cross my legs are just daily reminders how far Ive come already. Live is gooood.
One month out pictures
Dec 08, 2010
Well, today Im officially 1 month out from having my RNY surgery. Its the best thing Ive ever done for myself. From day of surgery Im down 18 lbs! What an awesome ride.
Taken May 2010 (above)
Taken Dec 8th 2010 (below)
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Taken May 2010 (above)
Taken Dec 8th 2010 (below)
4 weeks post-op
Dec 06, 2010
Yay! I'm 4 weeks post op and still doing great. I got on the scale this morning and if its accurate, I'm down just shy of 20 lbs down from day of surgery and that makes a grand total of 48 lbs lost from my original weigh in! I'm feeling great and really starting to see the results. I can cross my legs without holding my top leg in place, my cloths are falling off of me and my knees don't creek, pop, and snap when I walk up stairs. Its awesome! Another thing that Ive noticed is that my skin is beautiful. That is truly one thing I didn't expect. The only reason I can guess why is that fat stores estrogen and since the fat is melting away its releasing the hormones. Any way, at some point today I'm going to figure out how to post new pictures. In the mean time, Ive got to find something to eat, I'm hungry and I get to start of soft foods today!
Mistress of Turkey Bondage
Nov 26, 2010
I am the Mistress of Turkey Bondage! I got the tom thoroughly stuffed, trussed and baked to golden perfection. No bird has ever come out so moist and delicious. Being only 2 1/2 weeks out of surgery, it is a bit of a relief to have it all over with but I did just fine. I had a wonderful time cooking and visiting with my family. It was a challenge not to sample as I was cooking but I made my son the official taste tester this year and he seemed to enjoy it. Getting through Thanksgiving without over indulging was a huge boost to my confidence and I know now that I can make it through any obstacle food related. Yay me!
Check up
Nov 24, 2010
I just had my first check up post surgery and I'm down to 220 from my highest weight of 263! I weighed like 238 day of surgery. I'm so excited to see some results. I bought myself some awesome boots to celebrate. Yay me!
2 weeks post op
Nov 22, 2010
Its official! I'm two weeks post op and still doing great! I got to move to purees today. I was a bit scared to try but am handling them just fine. I never thought Id be timid of food lol. I had some tuna and I think it was the best thing in the world. I was amazed at how little filled me. I took like 4 bites and was FULL. I think if I had taken one more bite I would have regretted it. Wednesday is my follow up with my Dr and I'm anxious to hear what he says. I'm also curious how much weight I have lost. I haven't been on a scale since Ive been post op but notice my cloths are a bit loose. Another couple of weeks and I may have to break down and at least buy a new bra lol. Why is it the first place you lose weight is your boobs? Its not fair lol. Any way, I'm making the boys dinner tonight so Id better get on that.
Sick of Fluids!
Nov 17, 2010
Oh my goodness, I am so sick of fluids! I know I need to be on them to give my stomach a chance to heal but if I see one more thing of chicken broth... *deep breath* LOL! Any way, I'm doing great! Next week is my 2 week check up and Ill be able to go to pureed food. I think Ill make it.
I took off my steri-strips today and my incisions look just fine. I doubt Ill even scar. So far everything has been so text book and for that I am sooo grateful. I think Ive finally hit that energy wall everyone talks about. I'm soooo tired. I get up and do some shopping and when I get home I'm wiped and don't even want to think about fixing the boys dinner. They have been in take-out heaven, He he he.
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I took off my steri-strips today and my incisions look just fine. I doubt Ill even scar. So far everything has been so text book and for that I am sooo grateful. I think Ive finally hit that energy wall everyone talks about. I'm soooo tired. I get up and do some shopping and when I get home I'm wiped and don't even want to think about fixing the boys dinner. They have been in take-out heaven, He he he.
About Me
Stockton, CA
Location
23.5
BMI
Surgery
11/08/2010
Surgery Date
Feb 02, 2010
Member Since
Before & After
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283 LBSlbs
155 LBSlbs
