I'm living life....

Hi all.  Tomorrow morning (4/30) will be 6 mos post surgery for me.  I haven't been around to much - but I HAVE been living life.  Over the weekend I went to great adventure for the first time in 2 years.  2 years ago I went - and couldn't go on some of the rides because I didn't fit.  I didn't even GO last year beause I had gained even more weight and knew I wouldn't fit period.  Here's my 6 mos post, which had me in tears, but then again, I've been a little over emotional all day today.  I will also do my measurements tonight, and will probably post them soon! 6 mos ago I weighed 219 pounds (and 7 mos ago I weighed 235....)
Today I weigh 154

6 mos ago I wore a size 22/24
Today I wear a size 8/10

6 mos ago I avoided "Fright Fest" at Great Adventure because the scariest thing was fitting on the rides.
Today I have souvenier pictures of me on ALL the rollercoasters

6 mos ago I walked in the door from work looking like a cripple
Today I go to the gym after work and JOG for 30 mins

6 mos ago I would open the fridge and eat all day long
Today I still eat all day long, but it's timed, planned, and protein based

6 mos ago I was HOT all the time
Today I am COLD all the time

6 mos ago I wouldn't even want hubby seeing me without clothes
Today I rock our world!

6 mos ago I would look for a close parking space
Today I look for FAR away parking space

6 mos ago I shunned myself from the camera
Today I bring my camera everywhere

6 mos ago I would be lectured by the doctor about how my blood pressure was getting high
Today my doctor doesn't even comment on my blood pressure

6 mos ago I thought being healthy was never attainable
Today I believe being even HEALTHIER is a must

6 mos ago I wouldn't have though of getting through "that time of the month" without a "Take 5" candy bar
Today, the thought of a take five bar makes me sick

6 mos ago people were telling me to "hang on for the ride of my life"
Today I am still hanging on and screaming shouts of joy!

6 mos ago I was crying because I was scared
Today I cried because I'm so incredibly happy

The past 6 mos has certainly taught me oh so very much.  I love who I am becoming, look forward to new challenges, and continue to struggle with old challenges.  I have had my problems and hurdles, but have over come them with the support and friendship of all of you.

There is simply no possible way I would have come as far as I did without all of you wonderful people.  You have supported me through my bad times, celebrated my good times, made me feel comfortable in my new and changing skin (as comfortable as one can be this early out).  You have given me tips of the trade and told me I am normal when I feel like an oddball and part of a group when I feel alone.

This has been such an emotional and physical journey, it's hard to put into words.  My body celebrated my 6 mos today by finally breaking the stall - I was between 155.5 and 156.5 for about the past 3 weeks - and yesterday AND today (yes, I weighed myself two times, which I normally don't do) I was a solid 154 EVEN.  Whoo hoo

Thank you all so very much.   I'll post my measurements soon (hubby is supposed to do them this evening)

Pam

Great post Pam.You keep right on "successing"!You have done such an awesome job.It's so hard to believe 6 months have passed already.My 6th month will be next week so today I put on my old jeans size 28 & realized how far I've already come.I looked like Homie the Clown lol,the crotch hung down & it looked like the length grew a foot. Enjoy every second of the new lifestyle you have given yourself

I put on my old jeans the other week - you just reminded me of that - yup, homie the clown is is sooooo right.....thanks!

 

Pam

Pam, Congrats on your success !! Keep up the wonderful progress !!

Thank you!  I love working the tool and seeing what hard work really does reap.  It's been a great journey and I can't wait to continue each day! Pam

Hi Pam, I wondering happen to you.  Well now I know you are doing fantastic!!!!   I loved your post, everything you said goes the same for me.  You made me cry.  I pray for continued success on your journey!!!!

Melissa, Yea, haven't been around much - been to busy doing things!  Thanks so much for your kind words - and you are doing such a fabulous job yourself! Pam

hi pam great job!!!  congrats on all your hard work :) you are an inspiration -- keep passing along the message of how this surgery works and why it works :)  hugs to you roberta

WHY IT WORKS - is because you have to be in control - and I've learned that, and continue to learn it each and every day.  Thanks Roberta! Pam

Pam Your post brought tears ...we have all felt those things.  i am having surgery in July and am so  nervous but excited about the changes and good health it will bring. Congratulations! Thanks for inspiring me. Laura