Non scale victories that I am looking forward to experiencing.

1. Not being the fattest person in the office.

2. Finishing the two week liquids only pre-op diet. I'm not hungry, but after only three days, I am sick of the protein after taste/coating on my tongue.

3. Being able to throw away several of my 'go-to' items of clothing. I'm sure we all have those items - the ones that are reasonably flattering and are wearing out, but they are irreplaceable.

4. Learning how small of an amount of food will satisfy me.

5. Joining the people that walk, jog and run around the lake in my community. (I won't now because I'd feel too self conscious.)

6. Going back to the area where I grew up to see old friends. I have missed reunions, turned down invitations and made so many excuses to avoid seeing people because of my weight.

more to come as I think of them . . .