Happy like Seinfeld!

Hey Everyone! I just wanted to post something to let people know just how happy I am. Not sure exactly why I am though, maybe its because Im getting hotter by the second...lol or maybe its because my purse fits over my arm WITH MY COAT ON, could be because I was able to increase my workout to 30 minutes on the elliptical and 30 minutes on the bike last night or just maybe its because I like who I am. I am almost 6 mos post op and down 103 since my surgery date. I think I was thinking I am behind the ball there bc I only started working out after 3 months but then I realized that I am ahead of those last 103 pounds so there is nothing to complain of. I have decided to look at it as if the pounds are going to come off and if I've waited this long, whats a lil bit longer? One thing I will say is that the day after I was released from the hospital I realized that food was just a comfort for me. My father was put on a ventillator that day and mentally I was looking for something, anything to eat but physically I couldn't eat a thing. So I have been lucky to recognize this pattern early and try to stay away from food when I get sad. Therefore my bank account has dwindled bc my new hobby has become shopping!!! LOL I just want to let anyone know who is wondering about the emotions involved with the surgery that... the surgery doesn't just change your physical appearance... it opens the door to really learn, not just about how to change your eating habits, but how recognize your weaknesses, strengthen them, and to live again. I have grown so much through this process and am so thankful to Dr. Pomp for guiding me. Today, my dad is still in ICU and my money is still dwindling, but I still find reasons to smile. If anyone needs help finding a reason. Feel free to email me. Smiles, Tricia

Tricia, Hun thanks for sharing that with us ~Hugs~ I am sorry to hear about your Dad and will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. I know for me when I lost the emotional eating thing I was angry, I noticed more at the beginning that I would get angry quickly and was not sure why until I connected it with the eating! I could not eat so I go mad. also went through feeling depressed but most of that has passed now. Take care hun ~Hugs~ Debra P