I have been in the search for something that could help me to lose weight in a healthy way.  I have take all forms of weight lose meds, soups, diets, and I could lose for that moment then gain the weight right back  with extra pounds.  I jokingly called myself Oprah because I felt that my weight loss struggles were similar to hers.  I must lose this wait and keep it off.  I truly believe that this WLS will be the "tool" that will help me in my struggle to achieve and maintain success with this life journey.

It's 11/10/06 to that I say Thank you God!  I will final move forward in an area of my life that has challenged me mentally, physically, and with my health most of all.  You know how you continue to laugh and smile through the pain because so many eyes and faces are pointed towards you and they "love your bubbling personality".  Yes it's true about the bubbling personality but I even with that as a full figured woman there were other challenges regarding the "image".  Let's just say full figured secretary's work a lot harder to be noticed for the same abilities as other secretaries. Enough of that....I did eat well as a full figured secretary I must confess.  :-/ I also thank God for the full support of my hubby, son, my brother CW, and his wife Sweets.

Okay, It's 11/13/06 and I'm going home!  Hooray might be in order but Thank you Jesus is what's needed.  It was a pleasant stay at MHMC but all good things must end someone said once and I'm not sure why.  I went to the MHMC Group Support meeting while there on Sunday, 11/12.  They are a fanatastic group of people and encouraging.  I could not stay long due to pain meds' kicking in while there so.....I had a couple of visits from Dr. Naaman, Julius, and Mary.  They are a good team.  They all walk and talk the same language therefore nothing is "misunderstood".  I love clarity.  My surgery was sucessful with only a high white cell count and I need to poop or pass gas.  I have good connections so the poop and gas task I took care of and it all HAPPENED.

Well, It's 11/15/06 and all is definitely well.  I have energy, and following the liquid meal plan is not even a second thought or problem.  My good friends Rekedda, and Renita (WLS Veterans) told me that following the plan after the surgery would be a breeze.  I did not think so but I have found that with God's help it has been a BREEZE!  My hubby and son had pizza and wings last night and my mind said Oh my God not Pizza and hot wings!  But you know what I found was when the pizza and wings arrived.  I drank my chk broth and I enjoyed the smell of the pizza and wings with my son and hubby.  I don't want them to act any differently when enjoying a meal in my presence.  I did not lust for the pizza and wings.  It's like a strange calm was with me and I could taste the broth and even a little toasted bread in my broth.  No kidding.  God can do those things so I was not amazed I just moved with God and his plan that evening.  Small note is that on 11/10 I weighed 240 and at this present moment I weigh 232.  I think that means nothing really does taste as good as thin and healthy does.  Anita- Your in my prayers during this week.  

 01/08/2007 - I have returned for update.  I am currently 198 lbs.  I have had no complications with  for allergies, or upset pouch.  I can eat whatever I want with out geting sick, but I choose what I eat very wisely.  I believe in small goals so my next goal is to weigh 175 lbs by February's end.  Keep me in your prayers and I will pray goo health and no complications for each of you.  Be blessed!

 

It's January 27, 2007 and I'm at 194 lbs. Thank you Jesus!  I attended the support group meeting of my Dr. Naaman and it was informative.  Dr. Sherman gaves some good advice for supermarket shopping.  I still have at least 50 more lbs. to lose but I'm losing.  Thank God!

It's March 5, 2007- I blinked and missed updating my profile.  God has been real good to me and I am grateful.  I have had some "mile stones" and I have climb some hills but I made it.  Thank God!  I have not been sick at all thank you Jesus!  I am current at a 65 lbs. weight loss.  I would like to lose 20 more lbs before April 2007.  I pray it happens.  I'm working out and walking so I know it will happen just be patient.  God works miracles within our patiences.  Always realize that God is in control and he is working out for YOUR good.  Be strong and keep the faith.

Okay It's March 20, 2007 and I'm now at 178 lbs.  I wear a size 8-10 depending on the make of the outfit.  I thank God for every bit of it.  I take no glory it is all God's because with out him I would have failed.  I'm pressing on towards my goal of 155 lbs.  Take care and be blessed.


June - 2007 is here and I'm still blessed and highly favored in Christ. My goal is drawing near and I'm down 78 lbs.  I've had to struggle with girlfriends that say the stranges things because they don't fully understand your goals and the importance of what you are doing with the weight loss.  I just remain positive because it's better for your health.  I think it's because these friends only knew me at my heavier weight and they think I'm going to an extreme.  I just remind them that I'm actually doing what we talk about as girlfriends all the time.  I just decided enough talk let's do something about the weight.  The weight cause you to have high blood, sugar, depression, overeating sessions.  So it was my choice to finally with God's help and Dr. Naaman's tool - lay aside every weight.  I have started to run the race of life with patience and God on my side.  You can do the very same thing just stay focus and realize what is important and need for you.

 November 10, 2007 
Happy Anniversary to Me!  Thank God for the Victory!  It's 90 lbs and one year later but with God's help it all went well.  No complications at all thank God.  I'm a witness that God will be there for you when you need him most and He will stay with you and see you through.  My Surgeon has is retiring this month but I'm still safe in the arms of the Saviour.  God will take care of me and the Surgeon from this point on in life.  No doubt that Christ is real and a reality in my life.

He has made me all new and with more to give in life as never before.
Praise God and give him all the Glory in ALL things!

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Somewhere In, TX
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11/10/2006
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Jul 18, 2006
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