Entries for July 11, 2008

I went to my surgeon's appointment today and I not only lost enough weight to get my BMI under 50 but I also was able to schedule my surgery date. I'm due to be in surgery on August 6th. I'm so excited! As soon as I got to the car I started calling everyone telling them the goods news. I can't wait to shed this unwanted "person" from my body and show off the real me. It's going to be a hard, long road but I'm SO ready to walk it.

eazes

Okay - I'm dying here and it is only the first day!!! Holy crap did I underestimate how hard this would be. It isn't just the hunger either - that is bad enough, but it is the physical act of chewing. I feel like I want to bite anything - and the idea of a salad or crunchy carrots is almost enough to make my eyes roll up in my head. I have problems - I mean, serious issues. I think I have to go buy some gum to try and ease the chewing thing. Plus, protein shakes and all suck. Seriously suck....

clayverde

I am new to this BLOG-thing.
"As a Chef, I made the discision, that I would get banded for life. After reading some "threads", I still think there is two sides to all stories. By this I mean, after having faith in a Dr. who could help you attain a better life with your family. I have to remember one thing-to be FAITHFUL TO MYSELF AND TO MY DR.-THIS is so he can continue to help me on my new journey. I have had two children and possilby would like one more. I thought that...

RIscooby

All right, here we go. I have gone through the whole process of appointments and paperwork and insurance. I am on day 1 of the liquid pre-op diet. I have 9 days of protein shakes and clear liquids and 1 day of only clear liquids and then SURGERY. Yesterday was my last day of normal food and all. And it hit me really hard yesterday what I am doing. I was very emotional for most of the day and in the afternoon I just cried for awhile. I realized that everything was about to change - big time....

clayverde

Went to my first Support group last night where we had a guest speaker; clinical phychologist who specializes in Weight Loss Counseling.

Best information I took away was learning to live your life today, not waiting for that "day" when you finally reach your goal. I seem to daydream about that day as if it will change my life. I'll wake up that day and be someone else. I'm starting to "get" what she means.

Tonight is "Girls Night Out" and...

Ollie123