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Topic: RE: Plateau
THanks Lauren!!
I am going to try mixing it up a little.. see what happens!
I am going to try mixing it up a little.. see what happens!
Rachael
Topic: RE: I am 4 years old today
Happy Surgiversary Laura!!
Congrats on 4 years of successing!
Love, Beth
Congrats on 4 years of successing!
Love, Beth
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Topic: I am 4 years old today
I had my surgery four years ago today. It seems like a lifetime ago because so much has changed since then. I went from being well over 300 lbs down and a size 26 to size 4 (total loss 176lbs).
I had a baby in September. My miracle Lily-Anne. That was my major motivation for having RNY--I was told I was too heavy to conceive let alone carry a baby to term. I was too unhealthy. This surgery and this board saved my life. I have the pregnancy weight to lose but I am positive I can do it. I am in a much healthier place than I was four years ago. I am willing to try new things and push myself to reach my goals. I look forward to my time at the gym (and believe me four years ago when I couldn't even walk on the treadmill for ten minutes without feeling like death--liking the gym is a serious accomplishment!! LOL)
There have been many ups and a few downs on this journey. I don't always stick to the straight and narrow and I eat far too many carbs for my own good but I am still committed to being healthy and living life and making the most of this second chance I have been given.
I lurk more here on the board than post and I am sorry for that. I can see and tell the board is having some turmoil and it makes me sad. I used to love to come here and post and check in and feel like a productive member of OH. But as time went on and life got more hectic I stopped posting as much and lost out on friendships. There were so many women here who inspired me everyday and I wish I had not been so shy four years ago and I wish I had pursued the friendships for real because now it seems as if everyone is pulling away from the board and each other and it does make me sad. This board did in fact save my life and helped me through some of the darkest days of my life. I will never forget that.
I am here for anyone who may need support or a shoulder to cry on. I may need support too. It does not get easier the further out you are from surgery--it gets harder.I just have to keep reminding myself why I did this in the first place. I look at my beautiful baby and thank God for her and for the courage and strength to get control and get healthy. So yes today is my four year old birthday--HAPPY SURGERVERSARY TO ME!! LOL But in all seriousness I wish everyone here nothing but the best--you are all courageous and inspiring--may your journey bring you much joy!
Much luv-
Laura
I had a baby in September. My miracle Lily-Anne. That was my major motivation for having RNY--I was told I was too heavy to conceive let alone carry a baby to term. I was too unhealthy. This surgery and this board saved my life. I have the pregnancy weight to lose but I am positive I can do it. I am in a much healthier place than I was four years ago. I am willing to try new things and push myself to reach my goals. I look forward to my time at the gym (and believe me four years ago when I couldn't even walk on the treadmill for ten minutes without feeling like death--liking the gym is a serious accomplishment!! LOL)
There have been many ups and a few downs on this journey. I don't always stick to the straight and narrow and I eat far too many carbs for my own good but I am still committed to being healthy and living life and making the most of this second chance I have been given.
I lurk more here on the board than post and I am sorry for that. I can see and tell the board is having some turmoil and it makes me sad. I used to love to come here and post and check in and feel like a productive member of OH. But as time went on and life got more hectic I stopped posting as much and lost out on friendships. There were so many women here who inspired me everyday and I wish I had not been so shy four years ago and I wish I had pursued the friendships for real because now it seems as if everyone is pulling away from the board and each other and it does make me sad. This board did in fact save my life and helped me through some of the darkest days of my life. I will never forget that.
I am here for anyone who may need support or a shoulder to cry on. I may need support too. It does not get easier the further out you are from surgery--it gets harder.I just have to keep reminding myself why I did this in the first place. I look at my beautiful baby and thank God for her and for the courage and strength to get control and get healthy. So yes today is my four year old birthday--HAPPY SURGERVERSARY TO ME!! LOL But in all seriousness I wish everyone here nothing but the best--you are all courageous and inspiring--may your journey bring you much joy!
Much luv-
Laura
Laura
"Two roads diverged in a wood..and I took the one less travelled by and that has made all the difference." -Robert Frost
Over 176+ lbs lost since surgery!! :-)
See my profile for my OH Blog!!
Topic: RE: Plateau
Switch up your foods and try to increase your food intake a little, should break the stall.
Topic: RE: Plateau
Hi,
I did not have your procedure, but I do believe stalls are a part of the body playing catch up. One of the ways to break a stall is to change things up, do a different routine, maybe add a little food in, or not eat the same way all the time. . . our bodies are marvelous tools and adapt, so we need to challenge them.
Best wishes, I'm sure you're doing great, 70 lbs. in three months is awesome!!!
Laureen
I did not have your procedure, but I do believe stalls are a part of the body playing catch up. One of the ways to break a stall is to change things up, do a different routine, maybe add a little food in, or not eat the same way all the time. . . our bodies are marvelous tools and adapt, so we need to challenge them.
Best wishes, I'm sure you're doing great, 70 lbs. in three months is awesome!!!
Laureen
My Mantra is that I do not determine my success by the number hanging in my closet, nor will I let the scale determine that success either. . . It is through trial and error I will continue to grow and succeed. . . Laureen
"Success is a journey, not a destination." Ben Sweetland
Topic: RE: Hump Day roll call
Good Morning Lisa and PA,
As Laureen has said, Lisa, you are doing great with the parenting, and holding two jobs.
I am heading out to brunch at a friends in a minute. Then, home to organize my bedroom. Nothing too exciting.
Must run.
Hugs,
Trish
As Laureen has said, Lisa, you are doing great with the parenting, and holding two jobs.
I am heading out to brunch at a friends in a minute. Then, home to organize my bedroom. Nothing too exciting.
Must run.
Hugs,
Trish
Seek always to do some good, somewhere. Every man has to seek in his own way to realize his true worth. You must give some time to your fellow man. For remember, you don't live in a world all your own. Your brothers are here too.
Albert Schweitzer
Albert Schweitzer
Topic: RE: Positivity Thread
I had my time of prayer and meditation on the train this morning. I left Bill a love note on his pillow telling him how I am no longer lonely in life because I have learned to trust him and share my thoughts and feelings, which was REALLY difficult for me in the past. I have a plan for today that includes healthy eating, exercise, getting my nails done, and attending an AA meeting. Told my kids I love them this morning, and connected with a couple of friends via e-mail (thanks, Laureen).
Blessings, Jill
WLS 5/31/07. Maintaining a weight loss of 141 pounds and feeling amazing!
Topic: RE: Positivity Thread
My therapist has been encouraging me to meditate, using a method called Mindfulness Meditation. I have an app on my phone to guide me through the meditations. I have been inconsistent in doing this, but am committing to ten minutes of it today.
I also have been inconsistent in reading my devotionals, which are based on Scripture. I love the author of these devotionals, and they are totally Spiritual growth oriented. Like in all of my healthy behaviors, I take a while to develop consistency in practicing them daily.
Like you said in your post, Laureen, recovery is more than physical sobriety in AA. It also is emotional maturity, as well as Spiritual growth. My surgery was a step toward physical weight loss, but in order to reach and maintain goal, I must develop the emotional maturiy required to stop the emotional eating.
Hugs,
Trish
I also have been inconsistent in reading my devotionals, which are based on Scripture. I love the author of these devotionals, and they are totally Spiritual growth oriented. Like in all of my healthy behaviors, I take a while to develop consistency in practicing them daily.
Like you said in your post, Laureen, recovery is more than physical sobriety in AA. It also is emotional maturity, as well as Spiritual growth. My surgery was a step toward physical weight loss, but in order to reach and maintain goal, I must develop the emotional maturiy required to stop the emotional eating.
Hugs,
Trish
Seek always to do some good, somewhere. Every man has to seek in his own way to realize his true worth. You must give some time to your fellow man. For remember, you don't live in a world all your own. Your brothers are here too.
Albert Schweitzer
Albert Schweitzer
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