1 Year Surgiversary
Mar 12, 2008
It was a year ago yesterday that I underwent my surgery. As I reflect upon this past year I am overcome with feelings of gratitude and hope. I look to the future with a renewed sense of hope and confidence. Every single aspect of my life has been touched in a profound way during these past 12 months. I am 20 lbs away from my personal weight loss goal; and I have surpassed my surgeon's goal. I have a changed outlook on life. I am blessed with a job I love, my personal life has taken on new meaning. I am BLESSED. I pray for God's blessings to shower down upon those who have been so instrumental in my metamorphasis during these past 12 months, especially my parents. Without their support I would not have had the courage to embark upon this journey; and without their love would not have been as successful.
To those who are starting this journey, stay focused on the goal. Every day is a challenge; but within each day also lies an oppurtunity. Seize each oppurtunity and hold onto it. The road can be long and bumpy at times. You WILL fall; but then you must get right back up and learn from the bumps and bruises you sustained in your fall. This truly is a life altering journey; and utlizing this tool to maximum potential is the key to sustained success.
God bless you all.
11 Month Surgiversary
Feb 12, 2008
I cannot believe it has been 11 months since I had my surgery! This time last year I was anticipating undergoing this life changing event with an ever hopeful heart. Today, I am blessed beyond my wildest dream. I have 30 pounds to go until I reach my goal. A goal that I could never haved hoped to reach without the help of my tool. It is a battle sometimes not to give in to head hunger, or take just a few bites of something sweet or carbohydrate laden. However, I find that the best way for me to keep on track is by weighing myself every morning. I am not obsessed with the scale; but I know if I take "just a few bites" of something I shouldn't, it will reflect on the scale if not the next day, the day after that!!! I have come too far!!! I thank God for this second oppurtunity at life; and I always want to do my best to make this surgery a continued blessing.
Going on 10 Months
Jan 10, 2008
I realize everyone believes they have the best surgeon; because who in their right mind would allow just anyone to rearrange their insides? But, I just feel so blessed to have had Dr. Cussatti perform my surgery. I went to see him today; and he as well as his entire office staff truly shared in my victory over obesity. I will be 10 months post op on the 12th; and so far have lost over 75% of my excess weight. I am going for that final 25% with a vengenace and unsurpassed determination. I went into surgery 10 months ago weighing over 400lbs. Dr. Cussatti demonstrated unsurpassed skill by performing my surgery laproscopically, when many other surgeons would have opened me, just based on my BMI alone. I wholeheartedly ask God to bless that man's hands as he works on others. He has never relegated my care to a PA or other staff person in his office. He spends as much time with me as I need at every appointment; making sure to tell me at the end of each visit to call him if I need him. He takes great pride in the practice of surgery.
I am not trying to imply that life is always easy. I struggle often with head hunger. I have learned the hard way to discriminate between true hunger and head hunger; and there are days this is still very difficult. However, for the first time in as long as I can remember, I am starting to actually like what I see when I look in the mirror. I have never regretted having this surgery for one moment. I thank God with all my heart for the second chance at life I have been given.It is true God directs our path if we just allow Him to do so.
9 Months of Continued Blessings!!!
Dec 11, 2007
Today is my 9 month surgiversary. I continue to reap the rewards of WLS on a daily basis. The road grows bumpy at times and I have to remind myself to utulize my tool to it's fullest potential. On Thanksgiving Day I was baking cookies, and snuck a little cookie dough (I couldn't resist). Thanks to this precious tool, that is a mistake I will not quickly repeat. I suffered all through Thanksgiving Dinner. And I am grateful for the sufferings as they keep me grounded!! With the Christmas Season approaching, I offer up thanks to God for all He has blessed me with this past year. I received my most cherished gift 9 months earlier---my WLS.
I cannot say it enough---I am blessed!!!!!
8 Months and going strong!!!
Nov 12, 2007
It was 8 months ago yesterday that I had my WLS. I cannot believe how fast the time has flown!!! The weight loss has slowed down a little; but continues. I am trying to be compliant with my exercise by using my treadmill and going to the gym; but sometimes I run out of hours in a day!!! It is important to me that I maintain this lifestyle for the rest of my life. I stay within my physician prescribed dietary limits of no more than 7 grams of sugar and 14 grams of carbs a serving.It can be challenging; but I feel GREAT!!! Could I ask for a better incentive???? Yesterday was also my birthday; so I am double blessed. I thank God for the gifts that He has poured out of heaven upon me these past 8 months. Even on my birthday I managed to eat healthy.No cake for me!!!! I would never have believed this time last year I would be where I am now in life. God is so good. I am blessed beyond belief to have the love and support of family and close friends to help me over the bumpy areas in the road; and the never failing hand of God to lead me through each day.
I am now working at Good Samaritan!!!!!
Oct 31, 2007
The staff and care at Good Samaritan left such a positive impression on me that I decided to join them!!! I begin work this Monday as a Clinical Supervisor in the Home Care Department. As I walked through the hospital corridors yesterday, I reflected back to 7.5 months ago when I was transportred down those very same halls on a stretcher to the OR for my WLS. I am richly blessed. God is good!!!!
7 Months of Blessings!!!!
Oct 13, 2007
It has been 7 months ago Friday that I had my WLS. I continue to be thankful for how far I have come. Next Saturday I have a formal brunch to attend. I have already purchased a new dress; and am now working on it's acessories!!! This time last year, I would have worn some "sack", and never bothered to acessorize--that is if I would have even attended such a function!!! I am blessed beyond belief!!!!
Again, all I can say is Thank You,God!!! I continue to be humbled by your goodness.
6 Month Surgiversary!!!!
Sep 13, 2007
Yesterday was my 6 month Surgiversary. I cannot believe how far I have come in 6 months. My life has totally changed in ways I could never imagine!!! I am BLESSED!!!! I actually look forward to each new day, participating in life instead of observing life. I truly stand humbled before the throne of God, realizing that it was His mercy that brought me to this point. There are times that I still cannot believe that this is real; and I have been so blessed. I ask God's blessings upon my Surgeon, my family, friends, and colleagues who have been so supportive of me on this journey---sharing in my daily triumphs and celebrating my intense joy. I pray that my journey continues to be fulfilling as I press on towards the prize of reaching my goal weight and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. No act of kindness goes unrewarded. God bless you All!!!
5 Months of Blessings
Aug 12, 2007
Today is my 5 month Surgiversary.My Mom,BGF,and I went on an adventure to Conneticut and Rhode Island Saturday. I have never felt so good!!! I am blessed. We had a wonderful time. We explored, walked, and just enjoyed. I am becoming a new person; and I am indebted to God for each moment. There is no way I would have never even thought about attempting such an outing 5 short months ago. God is so Good!!!
