When I first started this whole journey, I wasn’t so sure if it was going to work, but I had the feeling like a kid that someday I would open up the best Birthday present ever, and that present would be the healthier me. October 27th is like a new birthday to me.
June 2009, I met a lady by the name of Shannon. She was my car sales lady and sold me my first SUV. Shannon shared with me about her surgery and gave me information on how to get started. I approached Geoff (my hubby) about it and he obviously wanted to learn more, but was behind me 150% of the way. Geoff has been a blessing to me. Throughout this whole year, he’s seen me change from a large person he fell in love with to a smaller person that he loves that much more. I can’t forget my boys throughout this whole process. They’ve seen me have difficulty eating some days. They’ve seen me throw up when I ate too fast. Their support has been continuous and encouraging. The best part is that they have me here for a long time and that I can now be part in whatever activity they include me in.
My dear closest friends & tiny little family I have left, you have been so supportive throughout this whole change. Although I know it’s sometimes difficult for someone to accept the changes that happen so very quickly, the support and words of encouragement have never fallen on deaf ears. I love you all!
My OH friends. I’m overwhelmed by the amount of friendships I’ve made. Whether we’ve met face to face or not, I still feel the strength & kindness from you all. The support that has come from the OH forum has been greatly appreciated over and over. It’s been a place where I can either vent, ask questions, get support, but most of all, a place where everyone seems to understand to tiniest wow moment and how big of a meaning and impact it has on your life. Thanks to all of you for your time and compassion!
My life has changed!!!
I’m now part of Goodlife Fitness taking the Body Flow classes while learning Yoga & Tai Chi, as well as taking on classes like Newbody and Body Vive. Last year this time I was perfecting being a couch potato while most likely eating a back of them. This year I’m working on perfecting my new body.
The decision of getting the RNY was not a light one. But I do have to say that it’s the best decision I ever made in my life!
This birthday has now finally come. The road has been a bumpy one with three surgeries in 10 months. Roux-en-Y, October 27, 2009, Gallbladder removal, April 9, 2010 & Cyst removal September 1, 2010. Although your body keeps telling you that it’s had it’s toll and that it really doesn’t want to keep going, I’ve always known in my mind & in my heart that I was strong enough to get through it all, especially with the great deal of support from you all.
Starting my journey at 280 lbs and continuing on the right path to success less 128lbs as of today!! I am 2 lbs away from my personal goal at being 150lbs.
Whether you are starting out a new journey to health, or you’re already on your own journey to life, never forget the old you, that part inside of your heart that gave you the strength to get where you are now. I will always keep my promise that I made to myself July 30, 2009:
I will remember me for who I am now today, as for when my body changes, my heart & soul never will.
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