Paula C.
Reconstructive Surgery
Aug 27, 2009
I have lost 125lbs. so far and I am scheduled to go for a tummy tuck and breast lift on September 21st. I am very excited but also scared too. I've heard that this surgery will be more painful than the Lap RNY was but less painful than a hysterectomy. I've had both so I think I can handle it.
This whole weight loss surgery has been such a blessing for me. I am a new person and I like me again. I haven't felt that way in a very long time. And now I'm getting a new body to boot.
I guess that's all I have to say for now. It's been a long day and I'm pooped. I worked over 11 hours today. I'm glad tomorrow is Friday.
See ya!
Milestone
Aug 29, 2008
I have more energy, more self-esteem, my outlook on life has changed so drastically. This has really been a life changing experience.
I have walked religiously since I had my surgery last September. I have tried jogging off and on through this weight loss and I am now jogging between a half and three quarters of a mile three to four days a week. I never thought I would say that in my lifetime. The last time I ran was in high school track and I wasn't very good back then.
I have never regretted having this surgery. It was the best decision I have ever made and I thank God every day for making me see the light.
I would like to say that my friend Lori and I had tried Weight Watchers a number of times and exercised together many, many miles but never quite made it. Lori had the Lap Band done last October and I am very proud of the progress she has made. She looks wonderful!! And she always has something for me to try. Today it happened to be dry roasted flaxseed. I think it's great that she tries different stuff. I admire her different approach to eating healthy and trying different things. I feel that is the key to success. Anyway, I just wanted to publicly say "Keep up the good work, Lori".
I'll keep you posted on my progress.
Until next time,
Paula
SLOW DOWN
Mar 20, 2008
Take care!
Another Milestone
Dec 26, 2007
Well, I'm a little late in reporting that I did make my goal of 50 lbs. by 3 months. I was just 4 days past the 3 month mark but I think that is close enough and it turned out to be 51 lbs. Yeah, me!!!
I did very well during the holidays. I have not had any cookies, fudge, etc at all. I was too scared to try any. The whole concept of the dumping syndrome scares me that I refuse to even go there. I don't feel deprived, I just know that I can't eat certain foods. It really doesn't bother me.
I'm off for a few days between Christmas and New Years and today I went through my closet and got rid of all of the clothes that are too big for me. It is such a wonderful feeling to know that I will never be big again. I told my husband that when I lose all of my weight, I will never wear elastic waist pants ever again.
I think my next goal will be 50 lbs. by April 1st. I'm not sure if that is realistic or not but I'm going to give it a shot. Wish me luck!!
As I Approach the 3 Month Mark
Nov 27, 2007
I just had my 3 month appointment with Dr. Kam on Monday, November 26th. It was actually 2 1/2 weeks earlier due to his resigning from the Barix Clinics. My appointment went really well and I am proud to say that I am now down 42 lbs in 10 weeks. My goal is to make 50 lbs by the 3 month mark and I feel confident that I will. I can't believe the difference this surgery has made on my life. I feel healthy again and I'm interested in alot of the things I used to be interested in. And Christmas this year. I haven't been this gung ho about the holidays in a very long time. I absolutely love this feeling.
Until next time...
ANOTHER TWO BITES THE DUST!!
Nov 04, 2007
I lost another two pounds which puts me at 30lbs. I am so excited. Every day I get stronger and more healthy and I am truely loving it. I'm going into my eighth week and it's hard to believe that it's been two months already. I am having lots of fun trying on clothes that didn't fit. I have quite a few tubs full of clothes in my basement all the way down to size 16 or 18. After that I will have to buy new. I can't wait. I need to buy a new winter coat but I'm waiting until the last possible moment because I don't want to buy too big of a size. And we're suppose to get snow this week. Yuck!
Until next time...
FINALLY, THE SCALE IS MOVING AGAIN
Oct 28, 2007
I am so excited!! After more than two weeks I got on the scale and I am down 6 lbs. I was getting so frustrated with no movement on the scale and it has finally moved. I don't know why we all worry about the scaled not moving. We know that we are losing but that darned scale dictates our lives. For those out there that are 6 1/2 weeks out, hang in there. The scale will move again.
MY NEW JOURNEY
Oct 21, 2007
October 21, 2007
I am just a few days shy of six weeks and I have to say I am a bit disappointed with my weight loss so far. I am still at 22lbs. and it has stayed there for over two weeks now. I have a conference call with Dr. Kam tomorrow morning and hope I get some kind of answer as to what is wrong or what I am doing wrong.
MY NEW JOURNEY
Oct 18, 2007
I've been very delinquent in writing lately. I apologize for that. I am now just at 5 weeks and I am down 22 lbs. I have not had any weight loss for the past two weeks and it has been a great disappointment. I called my nutritionist but she feels I am right on track. I read alot of other profiles and most have lost more. I will talk to Dr. Kam next week so we'll see what he has to say. I've looked at what I might be doing wrong and the only thing is that I am struggling with getting my fluids in during the day.
I'll try to keep more updated with my updates.
MY NEW JOURNEY
Sep 22, 2007
I lost 3 more lbs. This is just amazing. I've been taking short walks each day but yesterday I made it to a half mile. This is a big step for me since I couldn't even make it a half mile before my surgery due to my weight and issues with my ankle and knee. So my plan is to walk a half mile for a few more days and then up it to one mile. This is such a great feeling and quite a natural high.