blizair09

We made new pictures yesterday. I feel like a normal-sized person for the first time in a long time. Also, I get to add salmon back into my world today. And Auburn beat Ole Miss. What a great weekend!! Now if the Saints can just surprise me with a win today...

Trying out some sugar free jell-o. Not dig'n the lime flavor lol

Well. I did it. I mean I REALLY DID IT!!! Hot Chocolate 15k here in Chicago today. Had two buddies from HS at my side, as we cajoled and dragged each other to the finish line. An amazing feeling, really was!!! I could see this becoming addictive. There is one in Atlanta in January. Hmmmmm. But seriously. If I can, anyone can!!!

Going to see "Hamilton" today. I have a feeling we've got a hit on our hands. No, skip that. I'm so damned excited.

Stepped on the scale this morning. For the first time since probably about 8th grade the first number was a "1". I cried, but it was a good cry.

Trying to embrace the stall :-/

Enjoying my Bday weekend with the fam! At Cedar point amusement park for Halloweekends.... not worried about whether I can fit my big ass on the ride! I've been able to ride everything so far. Great feeling! Biggest NSV next to getting into Onederland.

I'm going to see Neil deGrasse Tyson tonight. Astronomy is super-nova interesting, but the ticket is more about him. ovea

I'm doing good with my fluids (can drink almost normal sips) but not so good with protein. Sending the SO to get something else I can try for protein. The protein shakes aren't cutting it - and Atkins LIft (my backup plan) is nasty!

Gah. I just don't get it. Why bother if you are going to start self sabbotaging

Had scrambled eggs for the first time post-op today. It went down just fine and there were no problems. Thank goodness! This is a big step toward "normalizing" eating a little bit.

I did my first 5K this morning with my granddaughter!!! It was a blast and I finished 9th in my age group! There were over 450 people registered!!

BMI just dropped into the 30's

Freezing this morning! I've got from Hot natured to cold natured.

I got a pair of size 38 jeans at the mall tonight. And they fit -- and I mean for-real fit, not strain and wear your shirt-tail out fit. So psyched!

My week keeps getting better and better... Made some major decisions, changes and travel plans AND tomorrow I'm packing up the two dogs ( 110 lb Goldendoodle and 15 lb bichipoo!!) for an ambush visit to my son at the University of Iowa!!! He misses the Goldendoodle... And tolerates the little guy. Either way, all three of them are going to be excited and surprised!!!!

I've lost 23 lbs since restarting my band three months ago. I'll take it. This month is my seventh surgery anniversary and I'm working not to be down on myself for having messed up so badly. I'm the one who messed up and I'm the one who will tidy up.

I've lost 23 lbs since restarting my band three months ago. I'll take it. This month is my seventh surgery anniversary and I'm working not to be down on myself for having messed up so badly. I'm the one who messed up and I'm the one who will tidy up.

I will never buy a cabbage head ever again. Back to prepacked florets. What a mess o.O.

I broke 500 calories for the first time today! And I had 74 grams of protein, too. Great day!

Move over Losers .... make room for me on the bench!!! I'll be there tomorrow! :-) Good luck to all the 18th folks!!!

Had an unexpected major stress event last night. Immediately my thoughts went to opening a bottle of wine. But went to freezer for a sugar free popsicle! Ok, I had three of them. ☺ Progress.

14 months post op today! Down 196 pounds since surgery and 259 overall. At 191 pounds, I'm almost into the 180s!

50 lbs down. All of my work pants had to go. Got the skinny pile down, 1 pair fits now, and the other 10 will fit in 10-15 lbs. Guess I need to get those maxi skirts made!

Had an unexpected major stress event last night. Immediately my thoughts went to opening a bottle of wine. But went to freezer for a sugar free popsicle! Ok, I had three of them. ☺ Progress.