So far I've lost 64 lbs from heighest weight (280) and 57 lbs from day before surgery (273)
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Side by Side
I thought of not posting this picture because I was afraid of what people would say, and then I thought, 'What the hell!'. I just realized that I'm only 1lb away from being half way to my goal! I can't beleive it. This morning when I weighed myself, it showed that 64 lbs were gone....half way is 65lbs! Holy Molly! So here is a side by side picture of me on October 26th, 2009 (day before my surgery) and January 26th, 2010. I really didn't notice the difference myself until these two pictures got put together. The tranformation is amazing. Geoff suggests that I let go of the old clothes and start putting on clothes that are slimming, because he says that the red baggy sweater and baggy black pants are just not cutting it anymore or justifying how I really look. I agree!
Friday, January 15, 2010
Things are looking good for 2010
This will be short and sweet, but I couldn't help but take the time to share that I've lost over 60 lbs now. Not only that, I'm now under 220 lbs, which is a first for me in probably 20 years! More than 60 lbs in 2 months, 2 weeks and 5 days???? Wow!! Oh...and by the way, the 7 day cleansing to give my pouch a break from strain is turning out very well, I'm feeling much better today.
I worked out at the gym last night in my NEW workout pants, and I'm going again on Saturday. Then I'm having a visit from the sweetest friend in the world, Micheline. Things are looking really good for 2010!
Cheers!
Dee :D
I worked out at the gym last night in my NEW workout pants, and I'm going again on Saturday. Then I'm having a visit from the sweetest friend in the world, Micheline. Things are looking really good for 2010!
Cheers!
Dee :D
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Measuring Vs Feeling
Alrighty then...I've been on the strict 'green sheet - 24 hour diet' for 2 days now and moving into the 3rd week for another 24 hours. I'm reporting into Dr Fitzer's office daily to discuss my progress with nurse Michelle. Today we've finally pinpointed what is happening with me. First of all, I'm feeling hunger which Michelle agrees with, but second of all, I'm not yet feeling satisfaction or fullness from eating. This is causing the nausea as I'm eating too much, even though they recommend 1/2 cup per meal.
I'm still learning alot about my new lifestyle and sometimes it becomes frustrating to know exactly how much you're supposed to eat. They kept telling me, 'When you feel the satisfaction, you'll know you've had enough'. After eating my meals, and waiting, and eating, and waiting, and eating and waiting to feel the satisfaction, obviously I've eaten too much and feel nauseated since the food just has no more room.
At least now I have some kind of understanding on what is going on. So far, I'm still not able to eat much. About 5 tablespoons of loose mashed potatoes was what I ate for lunch and felt nauseated for 15 mintues after eating. So now I know, no more than 4 tablespoons for me!
What a journey I tell ya. And to top all of that, I lost 4 lbs just yesterday on the clear liquids. Gosh!
Cheers,
Dee :D
I'm still learning alot about my new lifestyle and sometimes it becomes frustrating to know exactly how much you're supposed to eat. They kept telling me, 'When you feel the satisfaction, you'll know you've had enough'. After eating my meals, and waiting, and eating, and waiting, and eating and waiting to feel the satisfaction, obviously I've eaten too much and feel nauseated since the food just has no more room.
At least now I have some kind of understanding on what is going on. So far, I'm still not able to eat much. About 5 tablespoons of loose mashed potatoes was what I ate for lunch and felt nauseated for 15 mintues after eating. So now I know, no more than 4 tablespoons for me!
What a journey I tell ya. And to top all of that, I lost 4 lbs just yesterday on the clear liquids. Gosh!
Cheers,
Dee :D
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Back to Square One
About mid December (probably after returning to work), I noticed having problems with some foods that I was eating. Experiencing alot of pain, or just simply feeling nauseated. After some time, you start dreading having to eat your meals. I spoke to Michelle, a nurse from Dr Fitzer's office, and she has recommended that I do a Pouch Draining session. She was a bit abrupt when she first started talking with me, however after putting me into tears, she realized how upset and concerned I was. I told her that I felt like a failure since I had been trying so hard to do things the right way. It's VERY hard to wrap your head around the fact that you may not be able to eat more than 1/4 cup every meal.
So now, I must go back to square one again. I am returning to the 'Green Sheet' meal plan that I was provided for after surgery. Every 'Green Sheet Week' only lasting 24 hours, I am starting at week 1, clear fluids only. It seems that the reduction of food from 1/2 cup to 1/4 cup may still be too much for my little pouch. They feel that I have strained my pouch and it needs a break.
I feel extremely tired since lunch and can't wait to go home. I don't only feel exhausted, I look it too. I have been told to report into Dr Fitzer's office everyday to speak with the nurse to let her know how I'm doing. Hopefully, this will get resolved by taking these steps. On a good note, they are very pleased with my food choices.
So now, I must go back to square one again. I am returning to the 'Green Sheet' meal plan that I was provided for after surgery. Every 'Green Sheet Week' only lasting 24 hours, I am starting at week 1, clear fluids only. It seems that the reduction of food from 1/2 cup to 1/4 cup may still be too much for my little pouch. They feel that I have strained my pouch and it needs a break.
I feel extremely tired since lunch and can't wait to go home. I don't only feel exhausted, I look it too. I have been told to report into Dr Fitzer's office everyday to speak with the nurse to let her know how I'm doing. Hopefully, this will get resolved by taking these steps. On a good note, they are very pleased with my food choices.
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Short but Sweet
When he got home, he place a dozen red roses in my arms, kissed me and wished me happy birthday. As I was putting them in a vase, he presented me with another gift, a little angel holding a heart (I love Angel figurines). Then to my absolute delight, he handed me what I had been craving all day, a chicken schwarma! Yummmmm-O!
It turned out to be a nice birthday after all.
Friday, January 8, 2010
Bonne Fête
Today is my 39th birthday. I was hoping to have lost 50 lbs by my birthday and lo and behold I've lost 53.5 lbs! I'm very proud of my accomplishments.
I woke up this morning feeling down and really not at all in a good mood. Geoff wished me happy birthday when he kissed me good bye. It's been very frustrating at work with noise levels and language critisism. It feels like everything just came at me all at once this week and I'm drained from it. My son was in the shower for 30 minutes this morning and I was trying to get him out so that we could leave earlier since it was snowing this morning. He's a typical 15 year old teenager with a wicked attitude attached to him. I love him no matter what, but at times, he gets the best of me.
I had asked my manager if I could take half of a day off, and right away she called me to find out what was wrong. First, wanting to know if I was ok physically, then sounding more like a friend than a manager, she talked me through my frustrations. I feel blessed to have such a wonderful manager this time around. Not only does she care and takes the time needed for her employees, but man does she ever know her job! It's reassuring when you can talk to a manager about your frustrations and know that they will be addressed.
On a good note, my sis Hélène sent me a wonderful email this morning to wish me happy birthday, then I received a phone call from my friend Pierre from work and an e-card from him as well (Pierre always somehow manages to put a smile on my face...God Bless him). This is my last year in the 30's. I kind of feel old, maybe it's sinking in that next year I will be the big 4-0. But they say, by that time you're over the hill, so my guess is that going downhill is alot easier on the knees LOL.
With all that said, after my conversation with my manager, I decided to hang in there for the day. My head is up high, I will keep smiling to keep them guessing.
Cheers
Dee :D
I woke up this morning feeling down and really not at all in a good mood. Geoff wished me happy birthday when he kissed me good bye. It's been very frustrating at work with noise levels and language critisism. It feels like everything just came at me all at once this week and I'm drained from it. My son was in the shower for 30 minutes this morning and I was trying to get him out so that we could leave earlier since it was snowing this morning. He's a typical 15 year old teenager with a wicked attitude attached to him. I love him no matter what, but at times, he gets the best of me.
I had asked my manager if I could take half of a day off, and right away she called me to find out what was wrong. First, wanting to know if I was ok physically, then sounding more like a friend than a manager, she talked me through my frustrations. I feel blessed to have such a wonderful manager this time around. Not only does she care and takes the time needed for her employees, but man does she ever know her job! It's reassuring when you can talk to a manager about your frustrations and know that they will be addressed.
On a good note, my sis Hélène sent me a wonderful email this morning to wish me happy birthday, then I received a phone call from my friend Pierre from work and an e-card from him as well (Pierre always somehow manages to put a smile on my face...God Bless him). This is my last year in the 30's. I kind of feel old, maybe it's sinking in that next year I will be the big 4-0. But they say, by that time you're over the hill, so my guess is that going downhill is alot easier on the knees LOL.
With all that said, after my conversation with my manager, I decided to hang in there for the day. My head is up high, I will keep smiling to keep them guessing.
Cheers
Dee :D
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