In the beginning...

Jul 08, 2012

I have started my proces towards getting the gastric sleeve surgery.  Had my psych and nutrition consult.  Got my 5 year weight history. Need to do another week of weight watcher's and find a PCP that will write me a letter.  I am really excited but very nervous. I imagine like everyone going through this, I am afraid of failing and letting myself down. 
In general I am in a very good place. I really do think that I am a good person, I have a great career,  I feel very fortunate in so many ways but I feel like I am not letting myself enjoy it because of my size.  I don't feel healthy, I don't feel good and I need to make a change.
What I have been working on since seeing the nutritionist:
1) No more soda- it was diet but I haven't had any for about 3 weeks and I am actually kind of missing it
2) Eating one meal mindfully per day
3) Cutting down my coffee to 2x/week
4) Ending my relationship with ice cream gradually
5) Increasing my exercise in a way that I won't hurt myself which is what I normally do. I think I am still that young Marine that can do anything and needless to say...not quite the case.

Anyway, the journey begins.  I think we will submit to insurance for approval in 2 weeks. My concern, I have a history of bulimia.  While the doctor isn't worried, the insurance company might not be as eager to approve this.  All I can do is wait and see.

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