The good, the bad and the ugly

I had my nine month check up today.  The good news is that I have lost 67% of my excess weight already.  I am down 115 pounds since the start of my liquid diet.  I've lost 17 inches off my waist and 16 inches off of my hips.  My size 14s are getting too big!  OMG, I've never---that I can remember--worn smaller than a 14.  When I was 12 I wore a size 14. The bad news is that I've not been getting in all my water & exercise.  Got to get back on that one.  Talking with Dorothy really helped me out. The ugly news is that my depression and anxiety are back with a vengance.  I'm back on Lexapro.  I've been taking it for 2 weeks--it's taken the edge off, but I'm hoping for great improvement soon.  I'm going through a lot of stuff right now and would really appreciate your kind, healing thoughts... thanks amy

Healing thoughts headed your way.  I know I struggle so much...more than ever with depression.  I hope the Lexapro helps you.  I'm on Prozac....not sure it's working or needs to be upped.  Are you seeing a therapist?  I don't just because I am SO tired of therapists and telling my story over and over and over and I don't "connect"...but I know that a lot of people do connect with theirs.  The rest will come.  I struggle with exercise still.  Some people just love it.  I just can't find time.  It is a balancing act that is for sure...and prioritzing. 

You are doing fantastic! As for the depression, anxiety...I can relate.  Taking meds for this stuff after surgery can be tricky...finding the right dose.  But keep with it!   It gets better!

You are doing wonderful with your weight loss..congrats!! I hope your doctor help you with your depression and anxiety. Those illness'  are tough to handle...I will keep you in my prayers. Hugs, connie d

I have noticed my depression is worse too.  I just had my Cymbalta increased.  I hope it gets better. Congratulations on the weight loss and the smaller sizes.  I'm down to a size 18.  I have to work on my exercise too.

I SO want to find an exercise that will work for me!  I have some significant issues with my left knee - it leaves me in pain for several days whenever I pu****!  And yeah, I like DOING stuff, I'm a pretty active person, but I'm not into structured exercise.  I WANT to be, but it just ain't happening...

Interesting thing Dorothy told me tho at MY 9 month on Monday - that all the fat I was sporting around my knees was also probably CUSHIONING my knee joint!  So now that I've lost a bunch of that extra padding, and am more active, OUCHIE!!!!  I need to wrap it BEFORE doing any significant activity, to help  minimize the jarring, and hopefully, the pain.

Seriously, ENOUGH about MY issues - CONGRATS on your awesome loss!  And I'm sending you my positive vibes that your depression and anxiety are soon under control.  HUGS FOR YOU!!!!

You are doing fantastic!!!!!!!  Keep up on the water it's really important.  I'm sending you warm friendly vibes that you find the right solution to the depression.  My heart goes out to you, you are a winner!!!!!  Keep up the great changes. Hugs Troy

Prayers coming your way! I recently increased my anti-depressant, it wasn't working well after the surgery, but now a few weeks later I'm feeling better. Give it some time and you will feel better too.

CONGRATS!!!  You are doing awesome!!  ANd yes, stress will knock you out of alignment!  Just remember that it is not you but your body went thru trauma, drastic changes,  and hormone changes ~all of which can make ya feel as if you've been pushed over the edge!!  Go to a therapist (who is WLS knowledgeable) and talk things thru!  THAT has been my biggest help!!!  HUGS HON and your not alone!!!!

Congrats on a job well done so far!