1 year update with PIC
It will be one year in 6 more days. What a year it has been! I think the best way to recap is a pros and cons list.
Pros
Healthier, Happier, More Energy, Can look in a mirror and not be sad, Can run with my kids, My house is cleaner, My husband is happy and healthier, Sex is sooooooooooooooo much better, Not embarrassed all the time, Can fit in an airplane seat without a buckle extender, Can walk upstairs without getting winded, Ran a 5k in 32 minutes, Wear a size 10 jeans and a Medium top, Can buy clothes off the rack, Have had people call me skinny, My kids have told me I'm beautiful, My kids eat better and choose not to eat junk food, I'm actually in family photos and not the one always taking them, I can live my life and not just be a spectator anymore
Cons
I had to buy a lot of new clothes $$$, Some people did fall away but most have started to come back, Suprised at how bad people really did treat me before (because they listen now and I used to have to fight to be heard), My husband is more sensitive to my feelings now and that made me mad for a while and we had to work through that, Strangers are more friendly and I was surprised at how unsafe and uneasy that made me feel (especially when I am traveling for work by myself), I still see my flaws in the mirror (look at yourself in pictures, you will get a truer perception) I still don't trust myself with food and I haven't overcome all my food addictions (It is a daily choice to stay on the program)
Overall:
This was the best decision I have ever made for myself, my family, and my future. I wouldn't change it for anything. I am still afraid of failure but with each day I have a new success to add to the list, as that list grows so does my confidence. Let's face it, it took my 10 years of failures to get where I was, so it is going to take more than 1 year of successes to get to a place of complete confidence. I have to say I like being nervous a little, it keeps me on track.
Goal:
I still want to lose 20 to 30 more lbs. I want to master my diet so that I can meet all my nutrition guidelines everyday, and then I want to maintain this new lift for the rest of my life.
To everyone out there that has had the surgery, stick with it. And the those who are thinking of doing it, it is just a tool but it is the best tool you could ever ask for.
God Bless you all, and thank you for your support.
November 7, 2011 One day before my surgery.
One year later, a bridesmaid in my brothers wedding.
Pros
Healthier, Happier, More Energy, Can look in a mirror and not be sad, Can run with my kids, My house is cleaner, My husband is happy and healthier, Sex is sooooooooooooooo much better, Not embarrassed all the time, Can fit in an airplane seat without a buckle extender, Can walk upstairs without getting winded, Ran a 5k in 32 minutes, Wear a size 10 jeans and a Medium top, Can buy clothes off the rack, Have had people call me skinny, My kids have told me I'm beautiful, My kids eat better and choose not to eat junk food, I'm actually in family photos and not the one always taking them, I can live my life and not just be a spectator anymore
Cons
I had to buy a lot of new clothes $$$, Some people did fall away but most have started to come back, Suprised at how bad people really did treat me before (because they listen now and I used to have to fight to be heard), My husband is more sensitive to my feelings now and that made me mad for a while and we had to work through that, Strangers are more friendly and I was surprised at how unsafe and uneasy that made me feel (especially when I am traveling for work by myself), I still see my flaws in the mirror (look at yourself in pictures, you will get a truer perception) I still don't trust myself with food and I haven't overcome all my food addictions (It is a daily choice to stay on the program)
Overall:
This was the best decision I have ever made for myself, my family, and my future. I wouldn't change it for anything. I am still afraid of failure but with each day I have a new success to add to the list, as that list grows so does my confidence. Let's face it, it took my 10 years of failures to get where I was, so it is going to take more than 1 year of successes to get to a place of complete confidence. I have to say I like being nervous a little, it keeps me on track.
Goal:
I still want to lose 20 to 30 more lbs. I want to master my diet so that I can meet all my nutrition guidelines everyday, and then I want to maintain this new lift for the rest of my life.
To everyone out there that has had the surgery, stick with it. And the those who are thinking of doing it, it is just a tool but it is the best tool you could ever ask for.
God Bless you all, and thank you for your support.
November 7, 2011 One day before my surgery.
One year later, a bridesmaid in my brothers wedding.
"Be content at whatsoever state you are in." Phil. 4:11 
Wow! Way to Go! You look beautiful and purple is a perfect color for you!
Thanks for sharing...I liked the way you presented the pro's and con's...very good info in an easy to read format...
Thanks for sharing...I liked the way you presented the pro's and con's...very good info in an easy to read format...
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on 11/2/11 1:42 am - NJ
on 11/2/11 1:42 am - NJ
LOVE when people post updates from 1+ yrs out. Thank you so much - you look amazing. I am 10 days post op and still have that fear that I will not lose weight. It it so encouraging to hear stories like yours!!
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