Jan 12th down 45

Well things are going ok I guess. Surgery was rough for me I have had many complications and still dealing with them daily. I am unable to take the vitimins needed they make me sick so i just stoped taking them all together. I am down 45 pounds which is great and feel so much better about my self still got more to go. I am fighting depression now as well it has taken a toll on my emotionaly physically and mentaly. Just wondering if any one else is going through this or if for some reason I am just a UNlucky one. Well congrats to all of you that are losing my you all have continued sucess.

I am so sorry that you have had complications and depression.  I had surgery on 1/19th and although I have not had any complications other then being allergic to the adhesive, but I have had a hard time with depression.  I did have some before but it is worse now.  It is hard because my husband and I used to go out to eat for our entertainment, and now it just doesnt seem worth it.  My husband has also lost just about 5 pounds less then me and he hasn't had the surgery.  etc. etc, etc.   Just make sure you are open with your doctor, you should call them and let them know.  You are not alone, It is a huge life adjustment. 

It is a huge life change and you are going to be depressed because you can't have your "blanky". I have not had any complications to date and don't have much depression. But then again I am a very happy person to begin with, you know the annoying morning person that you just want to strangle because they are wide awake and happy first thing in the morning..
But at the same time I am very open with my husband when I am missing something or getting a little down. Then he reminds me that I am doing this to be a healthier me who will live a longer life and be around for my family.
All I can say is try journaling and when you are having a bad day look to a positive thing and be happy that you have given yourself a new life. Think of how different things will be a year from now and that should make you happy. The boost in self confidence is awesome and needs to be celebrated.
This may not help but it how I look at things.. Always looking forward because you can only learn from the past and change your future with that knowledge.

Good Luck!!
Chrissy

I had my surgery on 1/19. I was taking meds before surgery for bipolar. I have had many days where i have been a total mess. I too have had a hard time with finding new "entertainment". That's what my hubby and i use to do. We joined the YMCA as a family and have only been 2 as a family. I just have to go on my own...this is something i HAVE to do for myself..with or without my family's support.

I had a had time for a while with the vitamins making me sick too. I quit taking them for about a week and was even more sick. My mom suggested taking them b4 i went to bed to avoid the ill effects. I take all of them b4 i g to bed and feel pretty good when i wake up. I think a lot of me feeling sick had to do with not getting in enough water. Dehydration has horrible side effects. I have lost weight but not as much/fast as i thought/think i should. I look in the mirror/pictures and still see a fat girl. I hope my mind catches up with my body soon.

Your not alone. I finally broke down and told my surgeon at my 6 week check up how i really felt and to my surprise he was sooooo caring and sympathetic. He hugged me and reassured me that i was normal and to hang in there. TALK to your surgeon or at the very least his nurse. You are totally normal in feeling this way. Especially if you are having complications.

It was good that you came here for support. That's what we are all here for.
Hang in there girl. It does get better!

Oh and BTW...in my own opinion i have not really been eating what think i am suppose to. I have had some girl scout cookies here and there and a finger full of birthday cake frosting. I am soooo hard on myself and have such high standards that are quite frankly unrealistic that when i am not able to archive them...i get depressed. That's when i self sabotage....so i guess what i am trying to say is give yourself some slack. Don't put too much pressure on yourself.

Just thought id throw that out there!!

Ladies,

You are both doing amazing!!!!!!!!!!

I had surgery on teh 12 and I am only down 41 pounds!!! I watch what I eat try to drink plenty of water and have not even had the taste of sugar in my mouth. Be proud, take it one day at a time.
I have a very good experience with surgery and recovery, I was back to work by the second week (although I was not suppose to be). I do take anti depression meds...daily.

Journaling is a great idea....give it a try and keep up the good work!!!!!!!!!!

Cat

Thanks CAT!!!