Melanie669
1-3-2008 22 lbs to go!
Jan 02, 2008
I set myself a goal to hit 130 lbs. I am not too far off but the weight loss has slowed down. I don't take my vitamins regularly like I am supposed to and I am so wore out from work and kids that I don't get my work outs done like I used to. But now that the kids are back in school, I am going to kick it into high gear! : )
I work out to the Biggest Loser work out DVDs. I adore Bob Harper, he is AWESOME! If I had gone to the Biggest Loser Ranch...I would demand to have Bob as a trainer,LOL! He is supportive and strict.
My hair is finally growing back in. Biotin helped alot. I had to get a shorter haircut ,but its growing out cute. One of my friends told me it gave me an "elfish" look.....mmmmmmm, thanks. Not exactly what I was going for though! LOL!!
I work out to the Biggest Loser work out DVDs. I adore Bob Harper, he is AWESOME! If I had gone to the Biggest Loser Ranch...I would demand to have Bob as a trainer,LOL! He is supportive and strict.
My hair is finally growing back in. Biotin helped alot. I had to get a shorter haircut ,but its growing out cute. One of my friends told me it gave me an "elfish" look.....mmmmmmm, thanks. Not exactly what I was going for though! LOL!!
10-22-07 100 Lbs GOOOOOOONE !!
Oct 23, 2007
Well, I finally hit the 100 lb loss! I thought it would never get here. I really only have myself to blame. I haven't been good about taking my vitamins and I hit a plateau for a while. But things look good again and I am slimmer than I have been in over 20 years! I am in a size 12/14 jeans...WOW... I can't remember when I ever wore that size! I still have a tummy roll, so I like to buy from the mens side of the store sometimes because the clothes is less clingy. I got a size medium henley shirt for work! I love that!
5-12-07 Almost 4 months post-op
May 12, 2007
WOW, its been a while since I posted. I admit, I am not good at journals.
Life has gotten so much better since the operation! I have lost 60 lbs so far and its AWESOME!! I have been doing alot better since I have been able to eat. My spirits picked back up. The liquid diet was hard on me. Once I hit the 2 month mark, I stopped feeling nausea all the time. And I for the most part, know what I can and can't have now. And I know to keep Gas-x strips with me all the time.(Lifesavers they are!) Cinnamon flavor is better.
I am so happy. I have lowered the steering wheel now that my tummy isn't pressing against it. My jackets isn't so snug on me and I can zip it! I look at clothes in the store and I am not in one of the largest sizes anymore! I am in a 18/20 now and it won't be long and I can shop in the regular size part of the woman's section again! : D I have been shirt shopping in hubby's side of the closet lately! HA HA !! He doesn't really mind.He is proud of me!
Life has gotten so much better since the operation! I have lost 60 lbs so far and its AWESOME!! I have been doing alot better since I have been able to eat. My spirits picked back up. The liquid diet was hard on me. Once I hit the 2 month mark, I stopped feeling nausea all the time. And I for the most part, know what I can and can't have now. And I know to keep Gas-x strips with me all the time.(Lifesavers they are!) Cinnamon flavor is better.
I am so happy. I have lowered the steering wheel now that my tummy isn't pressing against it. My jackets isn't so snug on me and I can zip it! I look at clothes in the store and I am not in one of the largest sizes anymore! I am in a 18/20 now and it won't be long and I can shop in the regular size part of the woman's section again! : D I have been shirt shopping in hubby's side of the closet lately! HA HA !! He doesn't really mind.He is proud of me!
1-29-07 7 days post op
Jan 29, 2007
Well, my surgery went well. I was very ,very nervous to have surgery.Going under was a big fear for me. I had a hard time in the "holding" room where they get you prepared for surgery. I started crying. The nurse in there was SO sweet .She prayed with me and another of Dr. Green's nurses was wonderful. Her confidence that I would be just fine and that the staff would take good care of me was a major comfort. And it came out just fine. I woke up with my family around me and it was all good!
The rest of the day was kinda tough.Every time I stood up, I would get dry heaves. By the next morning I was starting to do better . But walking wasn't a problem at all for me.
My weight today is 253lbs...thats a 12 lbs loss!
The only problem I seem to be having is the frustration from the liquid diet. I really miss my meats and veggies. : ( I know its only a another week till I can puree my foods. Counting the days!
The rest of the day was kinda tough.Every time I stood up, I would get dry heaves. By the next morning I was starting to do better . But walking wasn't a problem at all for me.
My weight today is 253lbs...thats a 12 lbs loss!
The only problem I seem to be having is the frustration from the liquid diet. I really miss my meats and veggies. : ( I know its only a another week till I can puree my foods. Counting the days!
