It's the Simple Things

Now that I am 20 months out from surgery and the thrill of losing weight and having people notice that fact has faded into memory a bit, I am finding that I notice so many little things in my life that have changed.  Those things serve as reminders to me about what a blessing this surgery is and how much better I feel.  I was tying my shoes before leaving for my daily walk yesterday when it occurred to me that I have been tying my shoes several times a day for more than a year.  I used to go for months without retying my shoes because it was uncomfortable to bend down and just plain easier at almost 380 pounds to tie them a little loose so that I could slip them on and off with minimal effort.  The backs of my shoes almost always wore out before the tread on my shoes did.  I suppose walking and my new habits around it are a fitting metaphor for my journey...from being sedentary with increasingly limited mobility to being fit and energetic.  From wrecking my shoes due to slovenly habits to wearing them out in only a few months due to vigorous use.  From being heavy in my body and in my heart to being much lighter with some zip in my step and a renewed sense of spirit in my heart. No wonder tying my shoes makes me smile.

RP 

What a great reminder for you! 

Also, glad to see you on here...I was begining to wonder where you were because I haven't seen you post in a while.  Glad to see you are "OK"

RP....love those little things...makes you feel good!

Hugs....connie d

So glad to see you, Rick!

I was close to messaging you to see if you were still out there :o) Happy to read something from you again!

Love the insight and thrilled that you are still finding aspects of your journey to celebrate!

Keep it up!
Shannon

Shannon - just had to "interrupt" here and tell you how gorgeous your avatar is!  Wow!

Yep - it's all those little things - one of my favorites is how much easier it is to get all dried off once I'm out of the shower - and the much smaller towel I can use to do the job! Thanks RP!

RP - you are such an inspiration.  I love the story about avoiding tying your shoes and now being able to wear them out!  You are great!   You continue to inspire with the changes you have made and are making.  Thanks.