I am 3 months post-op today- long
Good morning all! I thought I would post on my 3 month surgiverysary day. I am so happy I made the decision to have WLS. Yes, it is a decision that can't be reversed- thank goodness! There have been many changes in my life already- some expected and some unexpected. Here is the list- in no particular order:
1) I can shop for clothes in the regular size departments (really weird feeling!)
2) I realized yeseterday as I was running all over my hige school building- including multiple flights of stairs- that I was not winded or trying to decide on the shortest route to get from point A to B. I didn't care how far it was because it wasn't a big deal physically.
3) I am doing my own yard work!
4) My weight hasn't been this low since the late 1970's- probably about 1978. I have been a slower than normal loser but it still seems surreal that I am a couple of pounds from Onderland.
5) I DO have a tailbone- and I can feel it! Who knew?!?!?
6) I think I am probably close to getting a divorce from my CPAP. Based on the way my mouth and throat feels in the mornings I think I am getting too much pressure. Maybe I will get off this puppy in the fall.
7) I am taking NO meds for high blood pressure, nerve pain, or depression!!!!!! My prescription list probably can't get much smaller at least until banana tummy decides to quit makes so much dang acid!
8) My little dog and I can sit side by side in my recliner! It is no longer wall to wall tushie! Scooby is still confused that there is room for him next to my in the chair. Poor doggie!
9) Here is the unexpected part- the emotional changes. After being quite content to be single, and thus alone, for 23 years since my divorce I am not longer content. This is a very unsettling feeling for me. I am not happy to be alone. I am not sure what to do about that. Not sure I am ready to throw myself into the dating scene for fear of the almost certain rejections that are in the future. I am working on this. This may take some Dr. Keller time.
10) And last but certainly not least- Food no longer controls my every thought all day long. At some level food was always in my thoughts pre-op. Now, I really don't care what I eat. I will happily eat pretty much anything when banana tummy gets empty. I just eat for fuel. Now, don't get me wrong- I still enjoy eating but it is not an all consuming part of my life!
For anyone considering WLS, go for it! It will change your life in ways you can't imagine.
Happy Saturday!
Denise
1) I can shop for clothes in the regular size departments (really weird feeling!)
2) I realized yeseterday as I was running all over my hige school building- including multiple flights of stairs- that I was not winded or trying to decide on the shortest route to get from point A to B. I didn't care how far it was because it wasn't a big deal physically.
3) I am doing my own yard work!
4) My weight hasn't been this low since the late 1970's- probably about 1978. I have been a slower than normal loser but it still seems surreal that I am a couple of pounds from Onderland.
5) I DO have a tailbone- and I can feel it! Who knew?!?!?
6) I think I am probably close to getting a divorce from my CPAP. Based on the way my mouth and throat feels in the mornings I think I am getting too much pressure. Maybe I will get off this puppy in the fall.
7) I am taking NO meds for high blood pressure, nerve pain, or depression!!!!!! My prescription list probably can't get much smaller at least until banana tummy decides to quit makes so much dang acid!
8) My little dog and I can sit side by side in my recliner! It is no longer wall to wall tushie! Scooby is still confused that there is room for him next to my in the chair. Poor doggie!
9) Here is the unexpected part- the emotional changes. After being quite content to be single, and thus alone, for 23 years since my divorce I am not longer content. This is a very unsettling feeling for me. I am not happy to be alone. I am not sure what to do about that. Not sure I am ready to throw myself into the dating scene for fear of the almost certain rejections that are in the future. I am working on this. This may take some Dr. Keller time.
10) And last but certainly not least- Food no longer controls my every thought all day long. At some level food was always in my thoughts pre-op. Now, I really don't care what I eat. I will happily eat pretty much anything when banana tummy gets empty. I just eat for fuel. Now, don't get me wrong- I still enjoy eating but it is not an all consuming part of my life!
For anyone considering WLS, go for it! It will change your life in ways you can't imagine.
Happy Saturday!
Denise
I have maintained for one year at this point. I am steady at -120 pounds. =)
40 pounds lost pre-op
40 pounds lost pre-op
BRAVO!!!
What an awesome post...being that I am not on the losing side yet. I can hear through your post all the new revelations and emotions that are welling up inside you. I have goose bumps, seriously. I mean we all talk about having more energy, crossing our legs, fitting into booths, etc... But you my dear have had the BIG ONE, no longer wanting to be alone. That is what made me emotional...how beautiful that now you desire that companionship in your life. I am so happy for you Denise, happy that now you can share all this with someone VERY special. You are healthier & happier than you have been in years and what a thrill to just LET LOOSE and enjoy this beautiful life!!
What an awesome post...being that I am not on the losing side yet. I can hear through your post all the new revelations and emotions that are welling up inside you. I have goose bumps, seriously. I mean we all talk about having more energy, crossing our legs, fitting into booths, etc... But you my dear have had the BIG ONE, no longer wanting to be alone. That is what made me emotional...how beautiful that now you desire that companionship in your life. I am so happy for you Denise, happy that now you can share all this with someone VERY special. You are healthier & happier than you have been in years and what a thrill to just LET LOOSE and enjoy this beautiful life!!
12lbs Lost Pre-Op
"That which doesn't kill us, makes us stronger!!"
"Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass, It's about learning to dance in the rain. " 
WOW! That is a wonderful post. So much change in such a short time and you are handling it all beautifully. I am so happy for you. Enjoy every miniute of it. And BTW when it come to dating again, don't think of YOU being rejected just think of all the men you will be slaying with your charm, wit and hot bod!
HUGS
Cheryl
Thanks, ladies. I am working on the head part. I know I need to be strong enough to not be bothered when I am not instantly alluring to men (trying to word that more positvely instead of negatively.) I am not there yet.
I have maintained for one year at this point. I am steady at -120 pounds. =)
40 pounds lost pre-op
40 pounds lost pre-op
AWSOME POST!! It makes me sooooooo want to get this done!! Living alone is lonely alot of the time...I like you am not sure about the dating game again someday, but I also figure that some people find people in the strangest places...who knows who may cross your path or when.
You are such an inspiration to me, as so many others on here. Each story is different, yet the same. Some can relate to some and not others. That is why I think it is important to post them. I am so glad you did this!! Thank you Denise!! You are a doll!!
Sherry
You are such an inspiration to me, as so many others on here. Each story is different, yet the same. Some can relate to some and not others. That is why I think it is important to post them. I am so glad you did this!! Thank you Denise!! You are a doll!!
Sherry
Denise, congrats on your three months.
Yes, the physical changes are endless and amazing....I am at the point where I never thought I would be physically and believe me, when you hit 386 lbs, a lot if things seem hopeless.
On the emotional level, we are probably on a different page, since I have a husband (even though I often thought of putting HIM back on the market -
!!!) But seriously, I can relate to the not being content part, in the sense that after losing all this weight, my husband and I are no longer on the same page, physically and emotionally! I know I have changed and I need to deal with that, and have a new prespective of how things should be, may not necessarily be how I would like it, but I need to find a medium. That has been really tough for me.
You will find someone, and when you do, you will be happy it happened now and not 100 lbs ago - this will be on your terms and please, please, please be picky!!!!
Hugs
Anna
Yes, the physical changes are endless and amazing....I am at the point where I never thought I would be physically and believe me, when you hit 386 lbs, a lot if things seem hopeless.
On the emotional level, we are probably on a different page, since I have a husband (even though I often thought of putting HIM back on the market -
!!!) But seriously, I can relate to the not being content part, in the sense that after losing all this weight, my husband and I are no longer on the same page, physically and emotionally! I know I have changed and I need to deal with that, and have a new prespective of how things should be, may not necessarily be how I would like it, but I need to find a medium. That has been really tough for me.You will find someone, and when you do, you will be happy it happened now and not 100 lbs ago - this will be on your terms and please, please, please be picky!!!!
Hugs
Anna
(50 lbs lost pre-op)
Denise~ Bravo on an awesome post! Happy 3 month surgiversary to you! You are doing wonderful and I love your positive attitude! *hugs* I can't wait to see how far you've come in another 3 mos~
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Denise, that is AWESOME! I am so thankful that you posted that today. Over the last week, I have started wondering if it was worth all this effort to pursue the surgery. It just gets so dang tiring trying to meet all the demands. And here you go and post this incredible story to give me all the reasons why I started in the first place. I am printing it out and saving it, so that I can pull it out and get revved up again when I need it!
You have so many wonderful qualities, I have no doubt that the right man will come along and sweep you off your feet. You so deserve it!
You have so many wonderful qualities, I have no doubt that the right man will come along and sweep you off your feet. You so deserve it!
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