AliveAgain

This is a big one for me this week as I've been having a tough time emotionally and mentally with some things going on, and my "head hunger" has come back to the forefront of my thinking. When I'm sad, I want comfort foods. Thankfully I have not broken down at all and have stuck with the program and my weight loss is still progressing. But even today, after a tough session with my therapist, I really wanted to hit the Jack in the Box. Granted, I justified it by saying I'll just get chicken strips and eat two of them. I was halfway there when I stopped at a light and made a hard u-turn saying out loud, "Just go home! GO HOME NOW!" and I did. I came home and made a Protein shake instead. I was hungry (hadn't had enough Protein today) and emotional -- two weaknesses. It just goes to show how there is more to this surgery than just the incisions, gas, and pills. It's about knowing what you got in trouble in the first place and taking control.
I personally know that having the sleeve has been the best and most consistent tool I've had in weight loss ever. Before, I'd diet, I'd exercise, I'd get into a program and inevitably I'd lose momentum after 2-3 months. Having PAID for the surgery (a small chunk of savings that could have gone to SO many other things), gone through the cutting, the healing and that horrible first month -- I NEVER want to do it again. That does not mean I regret ever doing it -- just the opposite -- now that I have done it, I have so much motivation to never have to do it again! Not to mention seeing the results for the first time in six years! Yes, my weight yo-yo'd some in my twenties, but I've never had to lose this much weight before. To know I've been able to lose 50 pounds in three months, is just amazing.

No different, just amazing. I forget it's there most of the time. But today, for instance, was the day potluck holiday treats came into the office. I made a plate of favorites to enjoy - egg roll, meatball, bean dip/chips, brownie. I barely ate 4 ounces of it and felt comfortably full, stopped eating, threw away rest. Meanwhile my coworkers ate 1-2 plates and felt like crap after.
I love my sleeve!

So this thread came to mind today for me...
So I decided to just ask my husband, "Did I lose weight in my vagina?" He belted out laughing and nearly fell off his bike. Did I mention we were mountain biking at full speed? He said he'd have to put that one in the books of one of the things he loves about me.
Oh, and he his answer was, "Yes, a little bit"

Closed account and had a party with my scissors after buying only size XS/S and 6/8 this weekend!

Closed account and had a party with my scissors after buying only size XS/S and 6/8 this weekend!

I cannot believe it, I'm one year out from my sleeve surgery. I remember my doctor told me this would happen. Last night I moved my SIZE 6 dress pants into my closet!!!! Even though my doctor said it would happen, that I would get down this small, in the back of my mind I had my doubts. But I'm here! I did it and according to my doctor, I'm not finished. He says I should/WILL get down one more size into a 4. Absolutely, freaking, fantastic!!!

Closed account and had a party with my scissors after buying only size XS/S and 6/8 this weekend!

Closed account and had a party with my scissors after buying only size XS/S and 6/8 this weekend!

Closed account and had a party with my scissors after buying only size XS/S and 6/8 this weekend!

Closed account and had a party with my scissors after buying only size XS/S and 6/8 this weekend!

Closed account and had a party with my scissors after buying only size XS/S and 6/8 this weekend!

Closed account and had a party with my scissors after buying only size XS/S and 6/8 this weekend!

Closed account and had a party with my scissors after buying only size XS/S and 6/8 this weekend!

Closed account and had a party with my scissors after buying only size XS/S and 6/8 this weekend!

Closed account and had a party with my scissors after buying only size XS/S and 6/8 this weekend!

Closed account and had a party with my scissors after buying only size XS/S and 6/8 this weekend!

Closed account and had a party with my scissors after buying only size XS/S and 6/8 this weekend!

Thanks! I'll ask my surgeon as well, was hoping to hear some vets had done it successfully. I'm a big believer in donating life!

Thanks! I'll ask my surgeon as well, was hoping to hear some vets had done it successfully. I'm a big believer in donating life!

Fried foods rarely agree with me now. Don't get me wrong, I can put it in my mouth and EAT it. But hours later I just feel lethargic and kind crappy. A real turn-off!

I am so glad to hear that after everything, people are stil wanting to give blood. I work for the Red Cross and I dontate regularly also. I was wondering this myself, I believe to be elgible to donate, you have to be completely healed and no problems or complications for at least 6 months. Your hemoglobin also must be at least 12.5 to donate.

Thanks! I'll ask my surgeon as well, was hoping to hear some vets had done it successfully. I'm a big believer in donating life!

Way to stay strong SleeveShelly!
I have personally loved the cost savings we now enjoy going out to eat and food shopping. Leftovers last us for 2-3 additional meals!

Just a little shout out that this surgery has been the best thing that has ever happened to me for my health, and I am so happy!

I once again weigh less than my husband
I am able to wear some of my favorite old clothes like college sweatshirts
I was able to borrow my sister's size SMALL jacket on vacation (she's a size 4)
I was able to run, play, slide and keep up with my two young nephews without feeling exhausted
I hiked at 5000' elevation for over an hour, barely getting out of breath and feeling wonderful
Little things like sliding behind a chair in a tight dining room and sharing a backseat with two other adults no longer puts a spotlight on my size

I cannot wait to see what the next 3 months until my one year surgiversary brings!

Just a little shout out that this surgery has been the best thing that has ever happened to me for my health, and I am so happy!

I once again weigh less than my husband
I am able to wear some of my favorite old clothes like college sweatshirts
I was able to borrow my sister's size SMALL jacket on vacation (she's a size 4)
I was able to run, play, slide and keep up with my two young nephews without feeling exhausted
I hiked at 5000' elevation for over an hour, barely getting out of breath and feeling wonderful
Little things like sliding behind a chair in a tight dining room and sharing a backseat with two other adults no longer puts a spotlight on my size

I cannot wait to see what the next 3 months until my one year surgiversary brings!