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judysbabies' Blog

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A journey to a healthy me

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Frustrated and a little embarrassed

Ok....so it has been weeks since I posted. I am now 3 months and a few days out. I have lost a total of 40 pounds....that includes pre-op weight loss as well. I feel like I should have lost more. Most everyone I talk to, looses more in the first three months than I have.   I do not weigh everyday. I am exercising. I am eating my protein and drinking my water. My carbs are very few. I use a big piece of lettuce instead of bread for sandwiches of any kind. No sweets. I do eat peanuts

Look what I can do!

I can cross my legs while sitting.   I stood up at church to pray, bowed my head and realized that all I could see was my boobs....no belly sticking out further than my boobs!   The steering wheel can be lowered while I drive.   I walked 3/4 of a mile today without panting and thinking I was having a heart attack.   I make still look like Shamu but I am feeling like Flipper!

Two weeks out and learning

I feel great physically. Emotionally, still struggling. I am definitely a food addict. I had no idea. In my mind, I catch myself thinking about food....like all the time. I miss cheese crackers, popcorn at the movies, toast and bacon. I miss sharing a cookie with the grand baby. I miss trips with the kids to Braums ice cream. I long for a Dairy Queen chocolate malt. Furthermore, i crave McDonald's french fries and homemade brownies. I cannot wait to eat a ribeye and baked potato (just

Seven days out and my eyes are open

Good morning....   Day six found me feeling fine physically. I drove. I grocery shopped. I took the kids to McDonald's.   Being in the kitchen is hard for me. I have children that must be fed. While preparing plates of burgers and chips for my two youngest kids, I dropped a chip on the counter. I reflectively reached down and popped it in my mouth. Of course I immediately spit it out. However, the incident left me wondering.....   This morning I woke with an epiphany!   What I am

Five days out...

I really intended to get on line everyday and post.....I didn't.   Day 1 - surgery day - went well. Nausea was my enemy but not pain. I slept most of the time. When the came to take my vitals, I would get out of bed, with no problem, and walk down the hall and back. I also tried to pee every time but it was the next morning before that worked.   Day 2 - Up early for barium swallow....yuck! No vomiting or pain with that and I passed. Later during the morning, I did throw up the bile stu

Today is the day!

I am in San Antonio for my long awaited day of surgery. Yesterday was spent meeting with my doctor, my advocate, Count Dracula and shopping.   My sister is with me and we walked all through the Mexican Market. I bought me two things for after the surgery but I was scared to buy anything too small for fear I would never get there.   We stopped at the best Mexican food place and starred at the menu as you can see in the picture. I said good-bye for now.   This morning I am ready for the n

Things Iook forward to....

As my surgery approaches, I am thinking more about the future without fat restrictions.   I look forward to......   Sitting in church and being able to cross my legs   Getting into the floor and getting back up without crawling to the couch   Leaving the steering wheel down when I get out of the car   Leaning over and picking something up without cutting off my oxygen supply   shopping in a regular store   Getting on the scale at the doctor and not turning my head   Walking more

I have a date!

I got the call that I have been waiting on. My insurance has given their blessings for me to have sleeve surgery!!!   I'm so excited! I just can't hide it!   On June 11, 2013, I will begin a new and exciting chapter in my life.   Good bye Big Mama. Hello healthy mama.

You are my Heroes

I want each of you to know that you are my heroes. The more I read about each of you, the more I admire you.   My prayer for you all this week is for courage, self confidence, energy, hope, and love. Where ever you are on your journey, I applaud you. Pat yourself on the back. You are a great person.   As you look in the mirror each day this week, say out loud, "I am someone's hero."   Whether you take one step at a time or many steps at once, you will get there. Looking back is only

I have to swallow what?

So, you're saying that I have to CRUSH all my pills and swallow the powder?   Do you know how disgusting that propanalol tastes before crushing?   I don't think so.   Liquids?   Most of my meds don't come in liquid.   Put the powder in water? Then I have nasty tasting water with particles in it.   Hide it in pudding. Great but what about after surgery? you know, those first few weeks?   Seriously, how did you get your medication down without gaging or puking?   Just my random

Good-bye Coconut Shrimp

Today was my last time to eat my beloved coconut shrimp at Red Lobster. It was incredibly delicious. I ate every bite of my baked potato and three garlic/cheese biscuits. I felt no guilt. I am satisfied and stepping forward.   I have already said good-bye to Tony Roma's ribs and onion loaf last week in San Antonio.   Three weeks ago, I ate at my favorite Chinese buffet for the last time.   There are others that I will still be able to nibble on after surgery but these three will be no-

My hair! My hair!

What? I'm going to lose all my hair! Geeze Louise. I don't have any to spare.   Seriously, what about the hair loss? What is the best way to limit that tiny little cause and effect of surgery?   I'm not going to change my mind about surgery but I would rather keep my hair.   I need hair to pull out as I reach the stage of having 4 teenagers at the same time. No, I don't need hair for that. I MUST have hair to pull out. Otherwise, I'll commit hairy-cary. I'll end up in jail bird o

Drink more Margaritas

This morning I bought a variety of Crystal light flavors and low and behold, there, on the top shelf, was Margarita flavored Crystal Light. I decided not to buy it but it is a thought for a different flavor.   I am trying to rule out anything I really do not like the taste of before surgery. I have yet to find a protein shake that isn't disgusting to my taste buds. I am going to try isopure next. Wonder where I can find those......   This week is dedicated to trying new clear drinks and

Excited and scared as I am one step closer

I started this journey two years ago with mostly wishes. I had no insurance at that time but I researched every option anyway. I have three grown kids and 6 at home. One of my six is a foster baby. The others range in age from 10 - 17. I have to live to see everyone grown. In order to attain this goal, I had to do something drastic.   I am currently on 3 blood pressure medications, prilosec, 2 anti-depressants, have sleep apnea and moderate limiting arthritis. Most of all, I am too fat.

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