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My first gift to myself - potted roses

Monday was the first time I drove since my surgery on the 4th of February. I was nervous first to drive and second because i was going to the grocery store by myself.

Well as I made a right turn I noticed something odd my stomach was no longer touching the steering wheel! I started to cry of joy, I could not believe this new feeling, and then I realized that where my seat belt buckles was not stabbing me on the side of the thigh, more tears came.

I was so happy I wanted a reward and my brain thought of food. I still have this addiction to treat my emotions with food. When I got to the grocery store i parked as far as I could to give me time to prepare for my first alone grocery trip. During the walk I decided I do need a reward and I though flowers would be so lovely. So the first thing i picked up was my plant of choice, then the items i needed. Yes I had temptations and yes i wished I could still eat some things but I did not give in and was very thankful for my sleeve and the start of my new healthier life.

Thank you all for your support through my journey and I recommend stopping and getting yourself flowers to Celebrate your many achievements, it feels amazing!

-IzzyBelle

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What a nice NSV and reward! :)

GOOD FOR YOU!!!!!

I LOVE ROSES too.... I planted some Joseph Dreamcoat roses and a Candy Stripe just before winter set in... it was so nice to be able to do that again :)

My reward for losing 100 pounds (I had preset the reward) was a Coach watch... I had wanted one FOREVER, but my wrist was too large to have a real Coach "C" signature band... I got it from the outlet website and it FIT!!! SO HAPPY :) So everyday when I look down at it, it constantly reminds me of what I have accomplished... good luck to you! :)

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A very good reward. I love flowers to pamper myself. Good for you. And congrats on the steering wheel Nsv.

What a great share. You made me teary. I'm grateful to be a part of this forum and to be able to read wonderful stories from people like you. I'm so truly happy for your success. Keep it up. You're strong enough and will over come all of our weakness. Food! :-) best wishes

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