18 months + pics

Well, it's been quite a ride! Got to "my" goal one month after my first surgiversary, and i'm working on a few more in case of the 10 pound gain. Or I could just work on staying at my 134/135. I'm very comfortable there.

So since surgery, I separated, then I dated, then I met the love of my life, and we moved in together. I went from a family of four, then to three, now six! Together we have kids aged 7 (in a few weeks), 8,9 and 11. It's crazy, and we love it.

I bounce up and down with the 5 pounds at the same time each month. It was daunting at first, but now I know it's coming. The day when it doesn't come off at the same time each month is when I will worry. Right now, it's clockwork.

I still want to eat when i'm stressed, and am working with my psychiatrist on cognitive behaviour therapy. In fact, posting on OH is a great part of CBT! Who knew?

I have started running, and ran 10k. I actually like the freedom of running. Just me, my ipod and my shoes! I go to spinning classes, hot yoga and i've tried kettlebells classes.

I applied to have my panni removed, but am not hopeful that I will be approved, as i'm only borderline needing it. I will appeal if I don't, with pictures of my very attractive rashes, and other documented evidence. If I'm not approved then....we will see what happens. It just might not be meant to be.

I had pain a couple of months ago, which led to a scope last week (stomach is perfect) and a cat scan to rule out any twisted hernia's and such. I don't think I have that, and I do think I just get bad gas mixed with heartburn. It was scary, and only happens once in awhile. I'm now thinking that shrimp is not my friend.

Would I do this again? Absolutely! My life has changed so much....and all for the better. Everyone says they can't believe how happy I am. And it's still funny when people don't recognize me. Still happens, and i'm guessing it will happen for the next few years until a smaller me is second hat to people.

Here's the pics of before, and me this summer. 



Here's a couple a Peter and Linda's annual BBQ outside of Peterborough




And me and my little Scottish fella!

You are beautiful Kelly!!!  Your just glowing!!!
What an inspiration...thanks for sharing :-)

Thanks! I'm mostly happy!! LOL

Oh Kelly you look so beautiful and happy. I wish you all the best and your an inspiration to me.

I am 57 retired and walk with a cane, (the little I can walk). I need at least one hip replacement possibly two. Yesterday I watched my Mom  who is 83 doing gardening in our flowerbed and I could not help her. I so look forward to the day I can join her and help her with the heavy stuff.

Your amazing.

That would be so frustrating. You will be beside her next spring!

Kelly, you look absolutely amazing and your happiness just shines in your pics! Big congratulations to you - you look like a totally different person!!!!!

Deb

Kelly you look amazing and so happy. Six kids! O my. That would definetely drive me to eat or drink. Good luck with your new awesome life.

Err...no four kids...with us...making us a family of six. Good lord four is enough!! LOL

You look great...you have the happiness glow!

 As Long as it remains a happiness glow and not a preggo one, I'm happy!