aprilcarrie

Two days post-op and I'm feeling pretty good!
Of course, there is still some discomfort, and the soreness gets pretty bad but other than that, it could be a lot worse.
After surgery, I was counting the minutes till the pain went away, and little by little, it does go away.
I noticed that when I drink a bit too much, my body does a quick hiccup, which HURTS and its a sign to stop. So far, I've had broth, Water, crystal light, and sugar free popsicles. Haven't had any Jello yet, but I never really liked Jello. Might try that tomorrow.
My mouth is definitely missing all the foods (junk) I was eating before this surgery. I found myself biting at my nails today (which I NEVER do) and I realized what a habit my horrible diet was. Not only did I eat horrible foods, but I ate them constantly. So I feel like I need to replace my habit, but with something healthy. I'm still trying to figure that part out, instead of developing a nasty nail biting habit. I have no intention of cheating on my specific diet, but I did smell some Tostito chips today, and my mind wanted them so badly. My stomach, however, said no way. I know it will take some time to get all of my body on one sync and schedule, so I'll have to go through this withdrawal carefully.
I plan on weighing myself tomorrow! I cant wait to see the results! Even if it's not much, I've gotten this far, so it's only a matter of time!
Hope everyone is doing well

October 10th? Keep us posted. We are all here for you so don't worry about a thing! Praying that everything will go just fine for you!

In six months your sooooo going to be over it.

Sounds like you need to remind yorself that you are finally doing something about it and from here on in, you can now work towards being the person you wish you had been back then. Give yourswelf credit for doing something about it now. Lots of people don't get this far.
Is there any way you can renew your vows and get a new wedding dress to take some more pics? Or maybe when you're finally happy to see yourself in photos, buy yourself a drop dead gorgeous dress and book a professional photography session.

You have made a big decision that will change your life for the better and make you a much healthier person. Try to focus on the future and not the past. Think of the things you will be able to do with your son that you amy have not been able to do if not for the surgery and try to think about the new you. I went window shopping before my surgery and tried to imagine what it would be like to wear that size. I actually bought something in a size 8 before my surgery, and it gave me so much incentive cuz I wanted to wear it so bad! Now it is too big for me! Try doing that. You won't have time after the surgery to think about the past cuz you will be busy making sure you are eating right and planning right. Don't feel guilty about where you have been, but feel inspired about where you will be. Look at some of the before and after pics on here, and imagine what yours will look like! And read some of the nsv's and tell yourself that will be you soon! When is your surgery? Best of luck to you. Keep us posted.

I know you're happy about the change you're about to make, but I think that if you get yourself in a state of mind that you will be healthy aside from looking and feeling better you will feel different. You may not be able to have that wedding again, but like others said, renewing your vows sounds like a great idea. Don't worry about what you didn't do in the past, worry and concentrate on living and enjoying your new life to the fullest.

Think about how you will look in that custom made designer gown when you renew your vows

I can't believe you don't own one.. I am addicted to mine. Not the healthiest behavior, but it keeps me in check.

Ok I just added you both too! we'll all do so much better dieting with friends it's no fun doing it alone!!!

fatgirlslim33

paula51272

My user name is imworthit29 add me!!!

I'm jvharlin. I have no friends I've just been doing it on my own. Would like to get some help and some friends that are sleeved as well

Hi April, here are all those that are on myfitnesspal.
http://www.verticalsleevetalk.com/topic/22264-official-my-fitness-pal-friend-add-thread/page__st__660#entry505082
If the link don't work, try going to this forum.
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