Hello everyone

I had a nice relaxing day yesterday....of course after I cleaned and late last night I even got my taxes done.  Just think I got them done with a couple days to spare...a personal best.  And it only took me about hour or so to do them.  Why do I act like it's such a chore...probably because I hate doing them.  Oh and I even got a nice refund!!!  I wasn't expecting that at all.  I think I am going to treat myself to a new laptop with the money.   

Today my day is full.  I am going to Costco.  Then I am going to meet friends at Hollywood Palms movie theater.  Then I am going to spend the evening with Chris.  But before all that I have to dye my hair.  I also have to find time to call Amanda. 

Well no more sitting around here...see you all later

Thanks for the warm welcome!  I was sleeved on the 8th by Dr, Jonathan Wallace from the Kane Bariatric Center in Hoffman Estates Illinois.  He did an excellent job.  I did have a hiatial hernia that he fixed as welll, but nothing too big to handle.  Have lost 13 pounds since then.  AM walking three times a day doing some stairs.  I would like to know what I can do for loose stools besides meds.  I am still on the liquid phase--for another week.  Thanks for your feedback.

Happy Saturday,

Lisa, have a great time in Indiana. It sounds like you are busy as usual. I made a few changes when I started the process, counting calories, looking at labels, more fruits and veggies. I think everyone does something.

We had a good time in the burbs yesterday. The Dr. visit was great! He said to see him in a year or so.I stopped at Jewel for a few things for Passover. B.B.B. for coffees, Sams club for a brisket and a couple of other things, then a few stops on our way home for Hubert.

We went to the Cheesecake Factory for lunch, I had a bowl of soup, which I didn't finish, and a Ahi Tuna tartare, which I brougt home. I will eat it for lunch.

When we got home, we had a cruise meeting to go to.

All in all, a good way to spend my Birthday. The weather was great too.

Today, I need to pick up the house, then, I am heading outside. It is suppose to reach 79 today.

Have a great day, do something fun,

Hugs,

Happy Saturday everyone!!

I am so happy it's the weekend.  We went out for dinner with my mother-in-law last night and it was a lot of fun.  I did my best to be good with what I ordered, chopped steak with a baked potato and broccoli.  I had soup too.  And then I had to go and have cheesecake for dessert.  I didn't fini**** cause I was stuffed, and I did enjoy it.  I know things will be so much different once I hit the losers bench.  Did any of you start modifying your eating right after you decided to have the surgery?  I have quite a while before I start the "official" pre-op diet, but I'm trying to make better choices now.  Any advise any of you have would be much appreciated.

Jason, how did the visit to Graceland cemetery go?  I didn't have time to add to my post regarding that, but I was there back when I was a freshman in high school and I did a report on Alan Pinkerton (it was so cool that my daughter chose the same person).  It is such a really interesting place, and I'm looking forward to going there again.

today we have the Kiwaina's pancake breakfast (which my son't jazz band is providing entertainment) and then we head to Indiana.  I am so looking forward to it!!

I hope everyone has a wonderful day!

Lisa

Hello everyone

I am so glad it's Friday.  And A beautiful Friday too!!!

Work has been pretty good this week...knock on wood.  I haven't gotten yelled at or belittled all week.  So that'a a good thing. 

I am still worried about Chris.  He is so weak and he is going to try to return to work today.  He's probably not ready but there's not much he can do.  I am hoping he can make through his shift.  I don't let on I am worried...with him I am very upbeat an positive.  The last thing he needs is to have any negativity...he is already feeling so down. 

I have slowly taking out my Spring/Summer clothes and wearing them here and there.  People seem to think I look thinner.  I think it's because I'm not wearing the bulky sweaters anymore.  I have lost what I gained plus a couple lbs more....but I don't think that is enough for people to notice. 

Today after work I have a lot of running around to do.  I have to go to Target, JC Penney, Walgreens, Jewel and of course Chipotle....and then at home I have to bake for Amanda...I am sending her an Easter treat.  I am also going to get some Easter baskets together for Chris's boys.  It's been awhile since I did this kind of thing.  It will be fun.  So that's my plans for tonight. 

Well gotta get back to work...see ya...bye