At almost 2wks out, there are some significant changes that I?ve noticed. 30# seems like such a small number in the grand scheme of things, but just like I thought ? it was probably the last 30-40# that did me in.

I have notcied that the knee pain I had been feeling in a major way (ie: felt like they would blow @ any moment, w/every step) has drastically diminished & is on it?s way being gone for good. The back pain I had ? gone. And the fact that I?ve lost weight in my feet is kinda weird, but I?ll take it. One of the biggest things ? for those that know about my foot issue preceeding the major foot surgery I had back in ?07, complete with screws-fa-lyfe *pfft* ? I haven?t worn a pair of high heels in about 5 years. And this week, I was able to find a pair of killer platform stillettos that fit comfortably to a ?T?. THAT is epic for me. A friend of mine even noticed that my ©ankles are gone! *woot*

I guess all that is to say?it?s amazing the difference a few pounds makes. Even looking in the mirror, it?s just like looking at a new person already. The only downfall?is I seem to be losing the little bit-o-bootay that I had. So I gotta get to lunging and whatever else to help me shape-up these cupcakes of mine. The dinosaur tail (a.k.a. The Rodeo Handle ) is starting to go too?and I couldn?t be happier!!

The boobs are holding steady for now, but that?s the least of my worries. Right now, I gotta refocus as I head home to reality. It?s been nice being pampered at my parents house, but I have a lil midget that is missing her MeMe something fiece (and a MeMe that is missing her midget something fierce, too).

I?m actually a little anxious about going home for some reason?but I?ll get over it. I?m sure the hubby could use a break. The good thing is that my awesome surgeon is granting me another month off of work (paid). He signed my disability paper work not releasing me back to work until 10/25. *giggety* I feel ok ? but I?ll follow the doctors orders on this one?

I?ll post again after my follow up on Tuesday. Can?t wait to see what The Official scale says!

Congratulations! You are on your way.

Lily

You are off to a really good start. So glad to hear that the aches and pains are getting better. One month off work, WOO HOO! Enjoy.