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truckin' along
Nov 22, 2009
Well, it's been 6 weeks since the surgery and I can't say that I've had even ONE moment where I've regretted it. I have been incredibly blessed as far as the surgery and recuperation has gone and I'm SO grateful for that! I am now off all of my medications ( 3 insulin shots/day, glucophage for the insulin resistance, high blood pressure meds) and I feel better than I have in years! Now the fun part is starting.... I'm growing out of my old clothes and into the new. And I'm starting to have my "wow" moments like walking down the hall, seeing my shoe is untied and just bending over to tie it.... then realizing after a few steps that I JUST BENT OVER AND TIED MY SHOE!! I didn't have to kneel to the ground or prop my foot up on anything 
(sounds like a tiny wow, but boy, it felt big!)
Everything is not perfect, and I'm still navigating my way around foods that don't agree with me.... Chicken and I have a tenuous relationship at best right now ;-). And I find myself at restaurants looking at people with disdain that have the nerve to be able to drink Dr. Pepper RIGHT IN FRONT OF ME (ok, I know they don't know me from Adam, but STILL!) But truly it is such a small price to pay for how good I feel now, and I know it'll just keep getting better. Hmmmmm hope and optimism, what a nice addition to my emotional catalog!
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(sounds like a tiny wow, but boy, it felt big!) Everything is not perfect, and I'm still navigating my way around foods that don't agree with me.... Chicken and I have a tenuous relationship at best right now ;-). And I find myself at restaurants looking at people with disdain that have the nerve to be able to drink Dr. Pepper RIGHT IN FRONT OF ME (ok, I know they don't know me from Adam, but STILL!) But truly it is such a small price to pay for how good I feel now, and I know it'll just keep getting better. Hmmmmm hope and optimism, what a nice addition to my emotional catalog!
expectation
Oct 09, 2009
Well, here I am working my last day before surgery and I can hardly concentrate. Only 4 more days! I am filled with so many different thoughts I'm having a hard time sorting them all out. I'm SO exited at the prospect of a new me, I'm a little anxious about the whole surgical procedure and the recovery, but most of all I think I'm filled with anticipation for what's to come. The possibilities of good health, literally feeling this weight lifted off of me, and just feeling comfortable in my own skin!!! I am on day 6 of my pre-op liquid diet and I've actually dropped 11 lbs, which for me is amazing! I'm actually seeing the scale move! woo hoo. I'm already feeling better and my sugar has dropped considerably, I think they may be onto something with that no-carbs thing! lol
I'm feeling much more optimistic than I have in a long time and I can't wait to see the new me! (yeah, can't wait to see the new me riding a roller coaster, wearing cute clothes from the "regular" store, crossing my legs, fitting comfortably in ANY booth.... HAVING A LAP!)
Here I come life - you better be ready!
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I'm feeling much more optimistic than I have in a long time and I can't wait to see the new me! (yeah, can't wait to see the new me riding a roller coaster, wearing cute clothes from the "regular" store, crossing my legs, fitting comfortably in ANY booth.... HAVING A LAP!)
Here I come life - you better be ready!
About Me
Lenoir, NC
Location
30.0
BMI
Surgery
10/13/2009
Surgery Date
Aug 26, 2009
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