DEBI P.
Catching Up... 9.4.09
Sep 04, 2009
Hi everyone - It has been such a long time since I have posted a blog and decided to catch up on where I am at. At my last official weigh in with my doctor (8.24.09) I was 162... putting me at a 58 lbs loss so for. My initial goal was 150, so I have 12 lbs to go. Once I get there I may set a new goal, but not sure. So my "honeymoon" period has definitely ended at 7 months and I notice I have to work much harder at trying to get the weight off. I noticed I can consume more food, and as I had the sleeve I do not have any problems with "dumping", so I can eat pretty much anything... which is not exactly a good thing. I'm sooo happy with the weight loss so far, but I have noticed my thought pattern and eating habits are returning to the old me, which scares me. I am starting to beat myself up again emotionally when I eat wrong. So, because of this I started some counseling to try to figure out "the head hunger" issues and why I am doing what I am doing. I have also joined a boxing club and started training in boxing. I always like the idea of taking my anxiety, depression or frustration out by punching a bag and I have to say I am 2 classes in and love it, even though it's kicking my butt. I like that I don't mind sweating and being physically challenged... the old me would have never done that. I am committed to sticking with the classes for 3 months at least as the old me always started something and never finished it when dieting or exercising. I recently went to Tennessee on vacation and actually like myself in the pictures taken. Some pictures even shocked me on how different I look. What a great feeling!!!
So that's where I am at. Hoping the therapy and exercise helped me get back on track to lose the 12 lbs to get to goal and continue in a healthy lifestyle. Hoping all is well with all my OH friends.
Cheers-
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So that's where I am at. Hoping the therapy and exercise helped me get back on track to lose the 12 lbs to get to goal and continue in a healthy lifestyle. Hoping all is well with all my OH friends.
Cheers-
The Good...The Bad... and The Ugly!
Jun 17, 2009
Hi everyone - Long time no blog!!!
Thought it was about time to update my journey and say hello. So... the GOOD is I feel so much better in so many ways its amazing. No more insulin, daily headaches, frequent naps, snoring, uncomfortable in my own skin, depression, fad diets.... the list goes on!!! At 50 lbs lost my life had already really changed and so has my confidence and attitude. I play more with my son, have more energy to do physical things at a moment's notice and still can't believe I don't shop in the plus size section anymore. Wearing a size10 in pants and a large in most shirts, but starting on mediums. I feel blessed.
Okay moving on... the BAD... have not been following my program as well as I should and the weight loss is at a standstill, deservingly so. Can't explain what's going on so I'll use the excuse of possibly boredom, or I got to sure of myself to quickly, or I am seeing post op really is more about the mind and less about the diet. At least I am now drinking the required amount daily and am getting in the protein. I have all together stopped working out and blaming a crazy work schedule and personal life, even though I know it's a must and needs to be done daily (at least for me), just like brushing my teeth in the am and pm. Keep telling myself I am going to get back on the program 100%, but find it easier said than done.
Finally... the UGLY... oh my lord the hair loss is in full force and I am really stressing cause my hair in thin to begin with. I am doing Biotin, using Nexeum shampoo and conditioner and getting protein boosts every other week for my hair from my hairdresser. I can see regrowth, so hopefully its helping. Also, my bat wings (upper arms) are looking yucky, but still hoping they will tighten up a little bit.
So that's it... my update. Going to force myself to weigh in on Monday and attend the monthly meeting (which I have missed the last 3 times). Maybe that will help motivate me and get me back on track. All in all things are good. So, till the next blog - Cheers!
Debi
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Thought it was about time to update my journey and say hello. So... the GOOD is I feel so much better in so many ways its amazing. No more insulin, daily headaches, frequent naps, snoring, uncomfortable in my own skin, depression, fad diets.... the list goes on!!! At 50 lbs lost my life had already really changed and so has my confidence and attitude. I play more with my son, have more energy to do physical things at a moment's notice and still can't believe I don't shop in the plus size section anymore. Wearing a size10 in pants and a large in most shirts, but starting on mediums. I feel blessed.
Okay moving on... the BAD... have not been following my program as well as I should and the weight loss is at a standstill, deservingly so. Can't explain what's going on so I'll use the excuse of possibly boredom, or I got to sure of myself to quickly, or I am seeing post op really is more about the mind and less about the diet. At least I am now drinking the required amount daily and am getting in the protein. I have all together stopped working out and blaming a crazy work schedule and personal life, even though I know it's a must and needs to be done daily (at least for me), just like brushing my teeth in the am and pm. Keep telling myself I am going to get back on the program 100%, but find it easier said than done.
Finally... the UGLY... oh my lord the hair loss is in full force and I am really stressing cause my hair in thin to begin with. I am doing Biotin, using Nexeum shampoo and conditioner and getting protein boosts every other week for my hair from my hairdresser. I can see regrowth, so hopefully its helping. Also, my bat wings (upper arms) are looking yucky, but still hoping they will tighten up a little bit.
So that's it... my update. Going to force myself to weigh in on Monday and attend the monthly meeting (which I have missed the last 3 times). Maybe that will help motivate me and get me back on track. All in all things are good. So, till the next blog - Cheers!
Debi
50 POUNDS!!!
May 28, 2009
Went to weigh in today and I finally hit 50 lbs lost, which is a big thing to me!!! Been dragging my feet a little in staying on the program... and work is crazy busy, so I have been putting off the exercise. Needless to say the weight loss slowed down, but I know it was based on what I did...and did not do, so I'm okay with that.
Have 20 lbs more to go to reach my goal and bought my first 2 pairs of size 10 pants yesterday... again a big thing to me!!! I feel good, notice alot of changes in my health, attitude and life in general.
Hope all my OH friends are doing well.
Cheers!
Debi
4 MONTH ANNIVERSARY
May 13, 2009
5.12.09 marked 4 months and is the first time I did not meet my goal of 10 lbs for the month. 
I am holding at 45 lbs and know why, as I have not been motivated to exercise nor stay on program with my food intake lately. I went to Vegas from May 4Th through the 9Th for training and did really good. Drank my liquids all day during class and finally was getting in the require 64 ounces. Exercised all but one evening and did fairly well with food intake. I even packed protein drinks for breakfast. I thought I would lose more than the 2 lbs I did, but was okay with it.
Ever since getting home I haven't been motivated though. I've gone over 5 days without exercise and my liquid intake is down to what is was - around 40 ounces. I know it's just another bump in the road. I just want to get my grove back soon so that I can hit the big 50 lbs lost. Hair loss is bad right now and stressing me out as my hair is thin to begin with.
Okay, on the positive side, feel great, wearing size 12 pants, not taking diabetes meds, more energy than ever (even planted a garden a few weekends back), getting a lot of compliments from family, friends and co-workers. Overall, life is good.
Hope everyone else is in a good place. Till the next blog....
Cheers!
Debi
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I am holding at 45 lbs and know why, as I have not been motivated to exercise nor stay on program with my food intake lately. I went to Vegas from May 4Th through the 9Th for training and did really good. Drank my liquids all day during class and finally was getting in the require 64 ounces. Exercised all but one evening and did fairly well with food intake. I even packed protein drinks for breakfast. I thought I would lose more than the 2 lbs I did, but was okay with it. Ever since getting home I haven't been motivated though. I've gone over 5 days without exercise and my liquid intake is down to what is was - around 40 ounces. I know it's just another bump in the road. I just want to get my grove back soon so that I can hit the big 50 lbs lost. Hair loss is bad right now and stressing me out as my hair is thin to begin with.
Okay, on the positive side, feel great, wearing size 12 pants, not taking diabetes meds, more energy than ever (even planted a garden a few weekends back), getting a lot of compliments from family, friends and co-workers. Overall, life is good.
Hope everyone else is in a good place. Till the next blog....
Cheers!
Debi
Pulled it together and 45 lbs down...
Apr 27, 2009
So after I wrote my last entry I got back on program and made an effort to eat the foods I should be. Not at 100%, but feel much better about my choices. Weighed in with my surgeon and I am officially at 45 lbs lost today (4.27.09). So now I am motivate to hit the big "50". 
I participated in the "Relay For Life" on Friday/Saturday, which is a relay for the American Cancer Society. Walked 7 miles continuously and while my legs were tired by the end, I felt so good about it, especially as I did it at 1:00 am in the morning. I would never have down that as my "heavier" self.
Cheers!
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I participated in the "Relay For Life" on Friday/Saturday, which is a relay for the American Cancer Society. Walked 7 miles continuously and while my legs were tired by the end, I felt so good about it, especially as I did it at 1:00 am in the morning. I would never have down that as my "heavier" self.
Cheers!
Off Track...
Apr 23, 2009
So while I am all excited about buying size 12 clothes, I have been out of control for the last 3-4 days with eating. Of course I can't consume a large amount of food, but whenever I do eat something it has been completely taboo foods - bread, cheese puffs, pasta, pot stickers, etc. I feel like I did prior to surgery when I would do that. It's freaking me out a little as I swore to myself I would not do that after surgery. If I consumed something "bad" once a day that was a poor choice I could live with that, but every food choice for the last 3 days has been wrong, and I find I am grazing throughout the day. Almost feel like I am sabotaging myself in some way or finally slipping back into my "old" self again. Anyone else having this problem? Any suggestions? 
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Size 12......
Apr 22, 2009
4.22.09
Went to the store yesterday to find something to wear for an awards ceremony I had to attend this morning. I was getting a 10 year Good Conduct/Merit Award and wanted to look good when I got called down to the stage by the Sheriff to receive it. Now normally I would be dressed in full black and do as much as possible not to be the center of attention, even for a minute.
Well I hit the rack at my new favorite clothes store and grabbed things in a 14, but added some 12's just to see how they would fit. To my surprise the size 14 were slightly on the loose size, and the 12's fit perfectly, or just a tiny bit snug, but still looked fine. I could not believe it. I can't remember when I was in a size 12 last... and it was a really big moment for me,,, standing in the dressing room all proud of myself.
So I picked some cute pants and a top with some electric blue in it and like what I saw. Again that was a really big thing for me because I normally hate what I have on and how I look. This morning I saw alot of people in the agency I had not seen in awhile and got alot of compliments, so of course my head swelled and I thought I was all that!!! What a nice morning.
Cheers!
Debi
3 MONTH ANNIVERSARY
Apr 13, 2009
I weighed in with my surgeon on 3.10.09 and officially down 41 lbs at 3 months.
I am psyched I am meeting (so far) the goal set by my surgeon, which is 20 lbs the first month after surgery and 10 lbs every month after that. If I continue I will be at my personal goal of 150 lbs by mid July, just in time for our summer vacation to TN. I am committed to meeting it!
My clothing sizes have gone from an 18/20 to a 14 and I even lost 1/2 a shoe size. Who knew feet could lose weight!!! So far no effect with losing hair, which I am so afraid of happening as I have really thin hair and want to keep everything I have. The exercise part is going well. I do cardio at least 5 times a week for 3+ miles or 60 minutes and actually enjoy it. I feel guilty when I can't get it in. I also have started doing resistance training but need to commit to at least 3 times a week. I noticed my upper arms are getting flabby/saggy and hope I can help pull back the skin at least a little bit with weights. Only medical complaint I really have is a problem with acid reflux. Have to take 2 pills a day and I still get it in between. Going to ask my doctor to put me back on what I used when I first had surgery, as I would take 1 pill a day and have no reflux issue at all.
My diabetes control rocks! No insulin needed anymore and the numbers get better and better every time I test.
My friends and family are so supportive of my weight loss and I can't get enough of the compliments, which is strange as I usually shy away from attention. It's also strange to get dressed in the morning and actually like what I have on, or not feel like a big frump and uncomfortable in my own skin. Still fight the "failure demon" once in awhile, where I question if this will continue to work and will I really be able to keep it off, and it's usually when I hit a plateau or went off the diet and eat things not right for me right now. Had an "off program" menu for Easter weekend where I took a few bites here or there of anything that appealed to me, but got back on track today and hoping I didn't gain a pound or two back.
I don't get to write my OH friends as much as I would like to but I make time to read the blogs everyday to see how others are doing. While It's so exciting and motivating to read the success messages, it's also helpful and educational to read problems or issues others have and learn from them.
Thanks to everyone for all the support and well wishes when I do write. Continued success to all!
Cheers!
Debi
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I am psyched I am meeting (so far) the goal set by my surgeon, which is 20 lbs the first month after surgery and 10 lbs every month after that. If I continue I will be at my personal goal of 150 lbs by mid July, just in time for our summer vacation to TN. I am committed to meeting it!
My clothing sizes have gone from an 18/20 to a 14 and I even lost 1/2 a shoe size. Who knew feet could lose weight!!! So far no effect with losing hair, which I am so afraid of happening as I have really thin hair and want to keep everything I have. The exercise part is going well. I do cardio at least 5 times a week for 3+ miles or 60 minutes and actually enjoy it. I feel guilty when I can't get it in. I also have started doing resistance training but need to commit to at least 3 times a week. I noticed my upper arms are getting flabby/saggy and hope I can help pull back the skin at least a little bit with weights. Only medical complaint I really have is a problem with acid reflux. Have to take 2 pills a day and I still get it in between. Going to ask my doctor to put me back on what I used when I first had surgery, as I would take 1 pill a day and have no reflux issue at all.
My diabetes control rocks! No insulin needed anymore and the numbers get better and better every time I test.
My friends and family are so supportive of my weight loss and I can't get enough of the compliments, which is strange as I usually shy away from attention. It's also strange to get dressed in the morning and actually like what I have on, or not feel like a big frump and uncomfortable in my own skin. Still fight the "failure demon" once in awhile, where I question if this will continue to work and will I really be able to keep it off, and it's usually when I hit a plateau or went off the diet and eat things not right for me right now. Had an "off program" menu for Easter weekend where I took a few bites here or there of anything that appealed to me, but got back on track today and hoping I didn't gain a pound or two back.
I don't get to write my OH friends as much as I would like to but I make time to read the blogs everyday to see how others are doing. While It's so exciting and motivating to read the success messages, it's also helpful and educational to read problems or issues others have and learn from them.
Thanks to everyone for all the support and well wishes when I do write. Continued success to all!
Cheers!
Debi
10 WEEKS....
Mar 29, 2009
March 26th marked 10 weeks and a 36 pounds loss.
I make sure I measure myself on the 12th of each month and can see the inches coming off. I am doing really good in exercising and walking at least 30 minutes or 2+ miles, at least 5 days a week. I also started strength training hoping I can see some results in my upper arms, as the skin is starting to sag and I am worried it will get worse.
My energy level has improved drastically and instead of taking a nap when I get home from work I put on my sneakers and get my walking done. I am not taking insulin anymore, but still monitoring my sugars twice a day. Thankfully no problems with hair loss... yet..., but I am dealing with acid indigestion daily now that I have finished my 2 months prescribed meds from the surgeon. Told my PCP about it and she gave me a new prescription which I hope will take care of it, as the over the counter stuff (Pepcid AC, Tums, etc.) was not really working. As for diet, I find myself straying off the protein path here and there and eating foods I should be trying to stay away from for right now. I don't eat a lot, but need to get back to the protein only... or first. As for liquid intake...it's a problem. I have not even come close to meeting the requirements and need to find an inventive way to remember to drink, drink, drink! I never was a big drinker, so this part is really a challenge for me. I also still have doubt in the back of my mind that the weight will keep coming off. I know I've been conditioned to think of failure, having failed over and over with diets in the past, so its probably normal to feel that way some time. I think (hope) when I hit a 45-50 pound loss it will be a big thing cause I've never done that with any diet before. My family and friends are so encouraging and I hear daily how good I look, which is sooooo motivating.
I continue to monitor OH daily, even though I don't get a change to write my friends as often as I would lie to, but love reading everyone's blogs and messages and keeping up on how everyone is doing. I am at such a good point in my life and feel blessed.
Cheers!
Debi
2 MONTHS OUT PHOTOS !
Mar 18, 2009
Never in my life did I think a back view of me would not look like a farm animal... so I was pleasantly surprised when I saw my "2 months out" photos my hubby took.
I can see the difference!!!!
I'm so glad I did this as I was feeling a little "unmotivated" lately, as the scale has not moved in a few days! Cheers!
About Me
ROYAL PALM BEACH, FL
Location
28.7
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Surgery
01/12/2009
Surgery Date
Oct 08, 2008
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