Appreciating all the little ways my life has changed in the past 5 months

I will almost make 6 months post op, and I have a great many things to be thankful for. We all strive to hit numbers on the scale, but it is all the little accomplishments that really make a difference in how we feel and the way we move. I've compiled a list of all the things I have noticed since surgery that have changed for me.

1. My blood pressure has dropped 20 points (*note that I have never had high blood pressure)

2. I have dropped 2 shoe sizes

3. I started out doing 15 minutes of cardio and can now do 2 hours non-stop of medium to intense cardio

4. Foot pain is GONE

5. Knee pain is GONE

6. Back pain/sciatica is very rare

7. Migraines have subsided and only come about when I get a massage or have a lot of neck tension

8. I don't need an extension for the airplane

9. I am now considered a regular at the gym

10. I am able to look in the mirror more and for longer periods of time

11. I rarely need to take a nap in the middle of the day

12. I can work a 8 hour shift with no problem...used to work only 4 hours because my back and feet would be killing me

13. pants size went from 28/30 to 20

14. I am seeking out new active things to do instead of avoiding them

15. I don't have any bathroom problems: (this one is quite embarrassing), but I used to have a lot of issues...even wiping my ass where I would be in tears because I couldn't reach! I don't have any of these problems anymore

16. Sex is way better! Being on top is an option now and an enjoyment :0)

17. I get a compliment every day

18. My towels fit completely around me now

19. I am more social

20. I watch less tv

21. I need my husband's help less with everything

22. I am 14 pounds away from being the same weight as my husband!!!

23. I enjoy working out

24. I am comfortable with what and how I eat...I don't obsess anymore

25. I am now trying to motivate others

26. I am so busy living my life that it is hard to get on the computer and post blogs...I'm trying though