sam31
9 months post op!
Feb 27, 2008
Lovin' Life!! I would never turn back! I bought a size 8 last week and I tell anyone who will listen! It is a miracle. I don't snore, and I feel great!6 months post op!
Nov 18, 2007
I am sooo feeling wonderful!!! This is one of the best things that has ever happened to me!Yesturday I went shopping for pants because my 14's are too big (I started in a 20!) Guess what? I bought a pair of 10's and a pair of 12's! Can you believe it?!?!? I never thought I would fit in a pair of 10's! I want to get a tummy tuck. The pair I bought are a little snug and would fit perfect with a tummy tuck. I know I will need to wait about a year until I do that, so for now I'm going to buy some exercise dvd's that will help until then! I want to get my butt moving so I can look awesome come next summer in a bathing suit, or at least darn good for a 32 year old!!!!!
My son and I took a fast walk today for mommy's exercise. He was talking about eating healthy and he is understanding about moderation too. I plan on being a good role model for my children. Before I was not a healthy role model for them where eating is concerned, I am so happy to say that has changed. Unfortunately, I can eat sweets and get away with it without getting sick, but I just take a few bites to sooth my cravings. (most of the time) I have had a few bad days where I eat 2 or 3 whole regular cookies. But other than that the only other problem I've had is forgetting to take my vitamins. But I have a system now. I put all my vitamins for the day in a baggie and put them in my pocket. Through out the day I take them and the end of the they are all gone!
For some reason I cannot figure out how to get a pic on my profile. Anyone knows, please tell me. Good luck to anyone making this important choice, it isn't for everyone...pray hard, follow the rules and good luck!
13 days post op
May 28, 2007
I am 13 days post-op and doing alright. I think giving up the food was the hardest part. My physicians' asst. said some people grieve food and think of it as a death. Don't get me wrong I am thankful I have lost a little over 20 lbs!
I am eating 3 meals a day now and am trying to work on drinking at least 1 protein shake per day. I know I'm not getting enough protein without those shakes, that's why it's my next goal. My other goal was eating 3 meals, that was hard, but now I am eating to live, not living to eat ! If you've heard people lose their appetite, I am another with that story. I have found a cool way to get "liquid" in during a meal and follow the rules at the same time! I eat my protein and then eat my ounce of cantalope. It's juicy, but it's my fruit. That's a yummy juicy trick because it's kinda hard not to drink after. My husband has been soo supportive, my sister in law, and my friend Ana (who has also had the surgery). I finally told my sister the evening of my surgery. I felt horrible and wanted to tell her. I wanted her there so bad, but I had my reasons for not telling her. I wish I would have told her now when I look back, but I think I still would have waited closer to the day. She is handling it well now. I think she had to push back a lot of feelings of anger and confusion. But she even made me tea last night, which is something she would have done before. But I expected her not to be so supportive of something she is so against.
I am eating 3 meals a day now and am trying to work on drinking at least 1 protein shake per day. I know I'm not getting enough protein without those shakes, that's why it's my next goal. My other goal was eating 3 meals, that was hard, but now I am eating to live, not living to eat ! If you've heard people lose their appetite, I am another with that story. I have found a cool way to get "liquid" in during a meal and follow the rules at the same time! I eat my protein and then eat my ounce of cantalope. It's juicy, but it's my fruit. That's a yummy juicy trick because it's kinda hard not to drink after. My husband has been soo supportive, my sister in law, and my friend Ana (who has also had the surgery). I finally told my sister the evening of my surgery. I felt horrible and wanted to tell her. I wanted her there so bad, but I had my reasons for not telling her. I wish I would have told her now when I look back, but I think I still would have waited closer to the day. She is handling it well now. I think she had to push back a lot of feelings of anger and confusion. But she even made me tea last night, which is something she would have done before. But I expected her not to be so supportive of something she is so against.
1 week away...
May 08, 2007
Here I go! I am drinking my shakes, but I did buy a bag of kisses, caramel kisses today. This is an old bad habit! Not that old obviously...I am very excited for Tuesday and can't wait until I can't eat these stupid wonderful pieces of heaven! At least now I know it will be my last bag for the rest of my life! Yea! Here I goooooo!
I am taking 5 classes to help my finish my BA by September. This is making me nervous, but I know it is worth it. 2 of my classes just started yesturday, and I have only 5 more weeks of my other 3 classes. Thankfully the 2 new classes are online and I don't need to be away from my children. I will add pictures soon. I havn't had a chance yet. Keep you filled in! God Bless you!
I am taking 5 classes to help my finish my BA by September. This is making me nervous, but I know it is worth it. 2 of my classes just started yesturday, and I have only 5 more weeks of my other 3 classes. Thankfully the 2 new classes are online and I don't need to be away from my children. I will add pictures soon. I havn't had a chance yet. Keep you filled in! God Bless you!
