11-20-08 Blog - Day 6 after my surgery

Woke up early early today, 4am, and could not get back to sleep so I got up as a was hoping to get some housework done. Boy did I! Went on a cleaning spree and cleaned for hours and hours. Am exhausted now but feel good. Had a 1/4 cup of cream of wheat for breakfast, a protein shake a few hours later and a cup of tomato soup for lunch. Not hungry at all and stomach feels pretty good. Belly is still a bit sore but each day it seems to feel better and better. I believe I can start riding my stationary bike by next Monday. When I got on the scale today I was so elated. I am down to 298. Yippee!!! 25 lbs lost in less than 3 weeks. 12 since the surgery.

I have been reading alot of other banders blogs and comments and am amazed that some still don't get it. The band is not a cure, just an aide to get you back on the right track. Without exercising, making the right healthy food choices and controlling the amount you eat...you will not be successful. it HAS to be a LIFE CHANGE. I also do not know how people that do not have the Lord to help them do it. I lean upon Him daily.

Anyways, drop me a line if you want to chat.:cool:

Hi Nancy

It's good to see that you are improving everyday.

I agree it's a life change, you're smart to have figured it out.

Good luck on your journey,

Amanda

PS I don't "have the Lord" and am doing quiet find thanks. I do know it is important to have a strong support system, wherever you find it.