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Things haven't gone exactly as I would have liked.  It seems I have been sick or had back problems, one right after the other since my gastric bypass surgery.  Most recently I had emergency gall bladder surgery.   How I wish Dr. Gluck would have taken that out when he did my bypass.  I wouldn't wish anyone the pain I sufffered prior to my gall bladder removel.  I was fortunate to have a wonderful young surgeon here in Ludington available to preform this surgery though.  I rank him right up there with Dr. Gluck as far as his professionalism and bedside manners are.  He even called me at home to see how I was doing a couple of times.  As far as I am concerned you can't get better then that.  Dr. Autry  is A #1 in my books these days.  

I just hit my 6 months out and although it's been a rough road with all my set backs, Dr. Gluck and his PS, Shannon are very happy with how I am doing, so I guess I shouldn't let these little set backs get me down.  Now that summer is here I'm hoping I can stay well enough now to enjoy it and get back into my vigerous excercise routine.

I've lost 85 # to date and thinking about it, that is a lot.  I am wearing sizes I have not been into for 20 years.  Amazing, it is to me to be able to do things I have not been able to do in many years.  But I have many goals yet to reach and until I reach them I won't be satisfied.  I've always been a goal setter and I even after I reach the goals I have set at this time I will continue to set more as time goes by.  I am a firm believer of setting goals, whether in business, career, love and health.  It's important for me to have life goals.

I haven't been swimming in Lake Michigan in years and this summer I will do just that.  I haven't been out the one of our states most beautful state parts to walk the many wonderful trails we have in many many years.  Again that is a goal I've set for myself this summer.  There are so many things to do in the area I live in and for years I've had to sit back and watch others enjoy them.  Not anymore, because this year Renee' is going to be out there enjoy them too.

I owe my life to Dr. Gluck, my family physician Dr. Cooney, my Mom, who is not only my mother, but my best friend and biggest supporter thoughout my entire life.  The rest of my family, my son, Shaun, my best friends, Rose, Shelly, Rene', Janice and Jackie.  And to the men in my life,  Rick, John, Kevin and Larry.  They make me feel like the most beautiful woman out there.  I love you all for standing by me through good times and bad and still being here to cheer me on.

Well it's been awhile since I updated.   I've lost 50 # to date, it seems to be coming off slower then I think it should, but Dr. Gluck seems pleased with my progress.  I walk the treadmill daily and work on strengthening and stretching excersises 4 days a week.  I probably could do more then I am, but I'm ok with what I'm doing for now.  Looking forward to get out and walk this Spring.  I'm oxygen free and have been for 6 1/2 weeks now, no longer taking any high blood pressure medications and after 32 years that in it's self is amazing.  I have my first grandchild due anyday now and I'm so excited.  My daughter in law is misrable but if she thinks this is rough, we'll see what she thinks of raising a child for the next 18 years. lol  I started with a newly organized support group and had my first meeting this last Wednesday.  It was awsome and have met and made what I hope to be lifetime friends there.  I haven't had much problem with eating, which is good.  I seem to be able to tolerate more then most at this stage, so I see myself as very fortunate.  Will update again soon.

Well I made it, I had surgery Thursday, Nov. 27th and it's Dec. 7th today.  I still have some staples to come out but I'm doing everything for myself and have been for a few days. I've lost 10 pounds so far and it simply amazes me each time I lose another pound here.  I'm doing pretty good, but like normal I am already tired of this full liquid diet. lol  I want substanence. lol  But I will follow the rules and do what it takes to get past this.  I'm looking forward to Dec. 18th, I get to move on to Phase 3, which means new foods I will get to try and experiement with.   I'm walking on my threadmill about 10 times a day for at least 10 minutes each time.  So far I'm not having any trouble getting in my protiens and liquids.    I'm already begining to feel like a new person and know that it is only going to get better here on out.

Well here it is Monday, Nov. 12th.  Tomorrow I go for my post-op labs and also begin my 2 week liquid protein diet.  So here it begins, I know it won't be easy and I know there will be days I'm going to wonder why I am putting myself through all this.  But with the support of my family and friends I know I will make this work.  It's not something I just thought one day I'd do, it's been my lifes dream to be thin and for the past 5 years I hit so many bumps in the road I still can't beleive I'm to this point.   Now to get through my son's wedding reception this coming weekend and the holidays.  I sware I'm being put through the test having this all going on this time of year.  But then this is my determination, I could have easily waited until after the holidays, but in doing that it would have shown weakness in me.  At least that is how I look at it.    I'm far from weak, I've always been a driven person, when there is something I want so badly and this I want. 

So wish me luck for these next two weeks my body is going to go through a lot.  And please pray that I don't bite off too many heads cause I am sure I will get a bit irritable, whether I mean to or not. lol

It's the first of November and my surgery date is rapidly growing closer.  I'm growing more nervous by the day, but know in my heart I'm doing the right thing for a better healthier life.  I have so much to live for and so much yet to accomplish in this life.  My son married in August and I have a granddaughter due in Feb.  I want to be able to run and play with her, watch her grow up into a beautiful young woman. 

I pray, "Please God help me to be strong, hold me close and help me through the rough days ahead, Amen."

On June 18th I joined a health club and have been working out almost daily ever since.  Saw my regulat physician for a blood test on July 10th regarding my A1C and just got the results yesterday.  I've managed through diet and excercise to come from a 7.3 to  a 6.4 and have lost a total of 25 lbs. in the last couple of months. I've been on cloud nine ever since and I got a call from Dr. Glucks office a couple of days after I joined the club to come in for my consult, because they got a cancelation. WOW!  So I went in for my consult on June 21st and let with test dates.  Well I've had all but one and so far things are looking great.  I also had my first nutrician appointment as well as my phyc evalutaion and those also went very well.  Next I have my sleep study, that is set for Fri, July 20th with Dr. Kelloge.  Things are finally moving here for me.  I know I have a long ways to go, but the changes that have already happend to me in the last few months have been wonderful.  I feel better, I've got my energy and I absolutly love going to the gym, which is something I never thought I'd say in my lifetime.  So far my journey is better then I ever hoped for and although I realize things will get rougher, I also know that after all the pain and adjustments I will be a happier, healthier me. More later.

I'm so excited, I attended Dr. Gluck's seminar and it was fantastic.  I've scheduled my consultation for July 12th.  I've completed all the paperwork given the night of the seminar.  I've wrote my letter why I want this surgery and called my doctor to have him write his letter to Dr. Gluck.  I contacted my insurance company and I meet their requirements for Gastric by-pass surgery.  And with all this going on our local health club had a good deal going for an 18 month membership and I go tomorrow for orientation.

I'm so ready for this.  I feel as though God is telling me the time is right for this change  in my life.  I can hardly wait for the 12th to get here.  I want to get things moving.

Well I've made a change in surgeons, not that my original choice was bad, but due to the high cost of gas.  My sister in law also recently had surgery adn Dr. Gluck was her surgeon. She's answered alot of questions for me and I went and spent time with her after her surgery. I met the day time bariatrics staff and a nurse that had the surgery as was Dr. Gluck's 66th surgery.  It was the best thing I could have ever done.

So now I go to attend his 3 hour seminar on June 7th.  I can't wait to get started. I've wanted this so bad for so long.