WOW 6 months!!!

Sep 10, 2007

A quick 6 month update.  

Life has been great!  This tool has given me things I have dreamed of for so long.  I finally got to run around and play soccer with my son.  It felt great!  I loved it!  I am not finding as much time to check out the computer because now that I physically can handle it, I am working fulltime!  I have a hard time finding time for the gym as I am getting kids ready and driving them to school in the morning and then working from 10:30 to around 7:30.  Luckily my job is quite physical and I get exercise constantly throughout the day!  I am losing slower, but still losing.  I am down to losing about 5lbs a month.  Fine by me!  I am floating between 136 and 138lbs!  only 6 more to goal!!  I'd be satisfied with that!  Although I'd ideally like to make it to 125lbs.  Never know!  YEAH!!!!  I feel soooooo awesome!  

Anyone thinking about this WLS, should jump at the chance as it's the best decision I've ever made for myself.  It really is a fresh start.  The first 3 months are horrible, but it does get better.  

I now have to really be aware of what I'm eating.  I find I can eat more too, so I can drink and eat at the same meal.  I usually give my pouch a little fluid to help wash things down and to fill it more before eating.  I've never had a problem with dumping, so I have to avoid sweets.  Not too big a problem as they are not my biggest cravings.  Funny, my cravings are all powerful tasting.  Whether it be sour, spicy or salty these are my favorites.  Pickles, hot peppers, nuts, vinegar.. They all make my mouth water!  LOL  I can tolerate all veggies and fruits now.  i can usually get chicken down.  Occasionally pork chops, but still working on the steak thing.  Ground beef is a problem..  not sure why, but its so fatty and I never cared nuch about it before, so don't miss it.  I don't really miss pasta or breads.  Wasn't big on them either before.  Rice has to be overcooked and can only eat a little to go with my chicken and veggies.  I understand how a meal can take 2 hours to eat...LOL  Reheating constantly, but it works!  

So many wow moments!  Wearing a size 8!  Love it!  Lasted a whole day in heals!  My whole body can be covered with water fully now in the bath!  LOL  These little moment mean so much and keep me working towards maintaining my health.  

I hope to be shouting at goal next month!  Here's hoping!  Chat then!

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