6 Months Post Op

Oct 03, 2011

Today is 6 months and what a difference it has made in my life.  I am told that I walk around with a smile on my face all the time.  I feel so much better and much happier.  My confidence is soooooo much higher and the changes in my body are awesome.  I need more time to process the size difference when I shop but that is a problem I am very willing to adjust too.  Anyone that is in the beginning of this wild journey, you better hold on tight for the ride of a lifetime.  It's a fast one but one that is so worth taking.  I am glad I did this when I did and the rest of my days here on earth will be much more fullfilling.  This was not a decision that came lightly so beginners you must take this decision very serious and be committed forever.  I have changed my life like I never would of imagined.  One thing to remember, IT IS NOT THE EASY WAY OUT BECAUSE IT IS NOT EASY!!! One thing I heard when I went to my very first informational session was, you think your on a diet before just wait until after.  That has stuck with me ever since.  You always need to keep in mind how much you are drinking, eating and your vitamins.  Now only being 6 months post op I am not sure what the future holds but this has been my journey thus far.  Good luck to the newbys and to all the less than 6 monther's.  My RNY rocks!

Robyn

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I DID IT

Sep 02, 2011

I ran my official 5K race today :-).  I came in under my personal goal.  I wanted to beat 43 minutes and I came in at 37.  It was amazing. What a difference 5 months makes.  Who woulda thunk it LOL
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3rd 5K under my belt.

Jul 08, 2011

3 weeks in a row I have run 5K and have shaved 8 minutes on my time.  I am so proud of myself!!! :-)
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5K Training going very well

Jul 03, 2011

I have done it 2 times already and can't believe it.  I must say I am extremely proud of myself.  I am feeling really good and feel that I am looking good.  That is an accomplishment in itself to say that about myself.  I can feel my self esteem improve as this journey moves forward.  Therapy, excercise and following the rules is key and is what changes your life.  I am more than half way to my goal in just 3 months.  AMAZING, can't imagine what I will look like in 6 months.  LOVE YOU RNY :-)
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5K Training

Jun 21, 2011

Well it is going very well.  I am up to about 2 miles and the race is not until September 2nd.  So I have plenty of time to get that extra mile in.  I have only been training for a solid two months now.  I have never been a runner before so this is a major accomplishment for me.  I can't believe I am actually able to run for a entire 30 minutes without stopping, that blows my mind.  It is amazing what the head does for your body.  Can't wait to see what my future will look and feel like.
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11 week Group Therapy

May 04, 2011

Well tonight was the first of an eleven week group therapy session.  It went very well and I hope to feel even better about myself by the time this is all over.  I want to feel good about myself and become a better wife and mother.  I do believe all this change in my body and mind will help with all of that.  I am still continuing with individual therapy but I do like hearing the perspective of others.  I am the only WLS person in the group.  The workbook we are using is called "Ten Days to Self-Esteem".  The therapist says she wished the book had a different title because it is so much more than self esteem.  We shall see.  :-)

As of today I am down 20.4 lbs since surgery and 34.4 since pre-op.  Already starting to see bat wings :-(.  Tomorrow will be one month post op.  A month already my gosh how time flies.  Back to work on Monday, not looking forward to that, I have enjoyed my time off, even on the bad days.

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Dehydrated

Apr 28, 2011

I have not been feeling well 3 out of four days this week, so I figured I would call the doc since I am supposed to return to work on Tuesday.  Well that's not happening, I am dehydrated.  I need to sip sip sip and if I don't feel well by the morning I need to call the doc office back and go to the ER for IV Fluids.  Needless to say I am drinking.  This is one way to get more time off, ughhh :-(
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I am officially in ONEDERLAND

Apr 27, 2011

I can't believe it!  I am really happy I made it so soon after surgery.  I am 23 days post op.  I am in my third week of training couch to 5K and really appreciating what I have done.  Not looking forward to going back to work next Tuesday but I will deal.  Anyway, reaching goals slowly but surely and am happy :-).

P.S- Can't wait to be on soft foods though
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Two weeks post op

Apr 19, 2011

Well, I am almost back to feeling like my old self again.  I am getting into the groove of what I need to do and back to working out.  I will begin my second week of training for the couch to 5k.  I am looking forward to seeing what the future holds for me.  Not looking forward to going back to work but life goes on and then we can see how I have adapted my new life.  I am still in shock that I eat so little.  Oh what a journey this is.  When I have made more progress I will post pics.
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Tomorrow

Apr 03, 2011

Well it's finally here, I go for RNY tomorrow 4/5/11.  I am about to take a turn at the road of life BIG TIME.  Who knows what the future holds for me but I sure hope it is all good.  I know there will be ups and downs but in the end I am hoping I feel good about myself FINALLY!  I have been negative and look at myself in a negative way for far too long.  After 44 years I wanna look and feel good to me and others, but mostly me. 
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Westminster, MD
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RNY
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04/05/2011
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Oct 12, 2010
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