wendydettmer

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It's been 5.5 months and I hit 100 pounds down today.  It's been an amazing ride.  I have worked hard to make a lot of changes in the way I eat and view food.  I have been a vegetarian since about 2 months post op, and am working on moving more vegan.

I've started working out, in some fashion, every day.  I'm walking at lunch and trying to lift every night.  But more important, I am working on loving myself for who I am.  That has been the best part of the journey!

 Well, I am a little over 4 months out and it is been a fantastic ride.  I am down almost 85 pounds, and wearing clothes I have not worn in many years.  I am lower then the weight I was when I was married over 7 years ago, and I'm less then 4 pounds away from being under 200 pounds.

Food wise - I have seen a major shift in attitude and actions.  I have gone vegetarian and am slowly transitioning to a vegan lifestyle.  I just feel so much 'cleaner' and better when I do not eat animal products.

My husband, family and friend have been a wonderful support.  Everyone has been so positive about the changes, it makes it easier to keep up the good work.

Looking forward to having lost over 100 pounds!

 I found out on Thursday that my insurance approval came through and I am good to go.  I have my preop and scope next week and I'm less then 2 weeks until surgery!

There is a lot to get done before then.  I need to be totally ready for the holidays, as I won't get home until Christmas Eve.  It's a busy time of year, but this will be worth it!

 I saw my surgeon for the consult today.  We have a date of 12/22.  It is on Yule, but I think it is a great gift to myself and my family.  There is only a one day preop liquid diet.  I do have some more testing to do at a preop appt and a scope, but if everything goes ok, i'm good to go!

 I've been doing so much thinking about the upcoming surgery.  I am anxious to have a date, and still have a week to wait for my final consult.  I've come a long ways and I just want to make sure I keep going on the right track.

I've made some good choices today in terms of taking control of my portion control and anxiety.  I've done some healthy prep work for the week and feel in a good place.

I keep reading and rereading and rereading.   I'm hoping for a date before christmas.