1 year yesterday

It has been 1 year yesterday that I had my gastric bypass surgery. I am down 178 ( more I think) and I am feeling pretty good. I go see the plastic surgeon November 7th. It was to be this month but they changed my appointment. I would do it all over again if I had to but I better not because that means I didn't listen and do what I was told.  I have been worried about my eating habits because my dad just passed away on August 28th. It was his birthday and that has really messed me up. Instead of the over eating like I normally do I am barely eating at all. I know I have to but I just can't seem make myself eat properly. I am like a zombie. Well that's enough for now the tears are starting again.

 Hope you all have a great day....

Congrats on the year out and the weight lost!

So sorry to hear about your dad though :( loosing him on his b-day had to be tough. Hang in there and remember to take care of you. If you aren't eating much try and get in your protein and fluids first and foremost. Drink shakes if you have to - hang in there - things will get better!

Liz

Congrats on a very very successful year!!  You have done a fabulous job!!

I'm sorry to hear about your dad - try to do it one day at a time and like liz said fluids and protein first.  It's hard to put yourself first in times like these and also deal with the emotional eating difficulties.

Pam

Sort of a bittersweet message, but I did want to congratulate you on having such a wonderful year and losing so much weight - I know you have to feel wonderful about it.

And I'm so sad to hear about your dad - but as much as you miss him you have to remember to take care of yourself, too - getting sick now won't help anything. Mourn for him, but take care of yourself, too.

Kathy

Congratulations on your "successing" journey!  You've done a great job and I hope you know that when the people we love leave their earthly bounds, their spirits are still here for us, so your dad lives within you and is just a memory away and while, having lost my only parent coming up on 7 years now, I know that at this moment that does not seem comforting, look for the signs and I am sure that your dad would not want you to spiral into depression and not taking good care of yourself.  I am sending you a hug and my heartfelt condolences and in my prayers I shall remember you, it takes time, but your heart will heal.

Hugs, prayers and positive thoughts, Laureen

Thank you all for the comforting responses and support. I really appreciate it. I am trying to do it one day at a time. At least I know he is no longer in pain and for that I am happy.
   thanks again...

Congratulations on your very successful year!  I am sure your dad is smiling down on you. 

I am so sorry to hear about the death of your father.  It takes time to grieve and mourn, so do not beat yourself up for your feelings and tears right now.  I have suffered two deaths of brothers since my surgery two years ago.  It hurts. 

While you may have lost your desire for food, which is understandable, you should be sure to at least make yourself drink a protein shake each day, and take your vitamins. 

In the meantime, you are to be congratulated for your progess in your weight loss.  Hang in there.

Hugs,
Trish

Congratulations on your year!  How encouraging it is to hear stories like yours.

I'm so sorry about your Father's passing.