3 years today

 

Has it really been 3 years? Wow, I cannot believe today is my surgiversary……where has the past 3 years gone? Well I know, I am living my friends…….enjoying life, feeling great and loving myself. Never in my life did I except WLS to do what it’s done for me……..my goal to not have high blood pressure, diabetes, GERD and high cholesterol……..have overall been achieved, 75% of these co-morbidities are in remission, I do have some cholesterol issues still but they aren’t significant and my PCP and surgeon were not concerned because the good/bad ratio are very acceptable. I am healthy, hooray! I no longer sit and watch, I participate in life…..what a dream come true.

From 260.5 lbs to 124.8 lbs, what can I say…..I surpassed my dream; I’m below goal and looking forward to the future. In just a couple of weeks it’ll be one year from my plastics (wow already)…….it has taken quiet some time to see myself as others have and yes the head games still try to trick me but when I see myself in pictures I’m amazed. I do see myself has thin, healthy and the glow of happiness because I truly am happy.

Life is grand……the journey continues. I’ll always have to be aware of myself and pull in those reigns when I start sliding, but I firmly believe that if I can stay proactive, stay aware and do what I’ve done for 3 years then I can stay where I am…..do I anticipate some struggles absolutely, the past 3 years have had some struggles. But I’m hardheaded and determined, lol……I won’t fail, it isn’t an option…….I will fight the good fight forever, I will win.

Things I believe will keep me on track:

follow the pouch rules

weigh myself everyday

use fitday faithfully

continue to find that exercise routine that inspires me to keep going.

Exercise has been my downfall and thankfully so far I’ve been able to do this without a total commitment. Is it the right thing to do, NO WAY, I firmly believe exercise needs to play a key part in our success. So as I continue to develop a liking to something that I don’t just totally get bored with, I’ll continue to press on. I am looking forward to more spring weather and outside fun……I have the bike out and have rode several times, this I do like along with walking outside. I look forward to running around with the boys this summer, baseball is right around the corner and with family around I can envision a baseball game or two, because I can.

To my family I want to thank you for listening, encouraging, being supportive and showing concern when needed; you truly are the BEST anyone can ask for. I love you.

To Blane, Conner and Cutter……..my life is complete because of you. Being a wife and mother is something I always wanted. Each of you have been there for me….the highs and the lows and I can never repay you…….my biggest wow moments have been from you, things you’ve said, things you’ve done…..I’ve cried and laughed, yall have touched my heart in so many ways…….I love you guys with all my heart and soul.

To my OH friends……you guys and gals have been my cheerleaders, supporters, counselors and therapist, and my inspiration…..thanks from the bottom of my heart for being a part of my life…..I love each of you.

To my God…..without You none of this would be possible…..thank you and I love you. Hugs,

Congrats on your anniversary! You look wonderful, you feel great, and your positive outlook shines through. :) All the best to you today!

Thanks!

Ooooooh what an inspiration!!! I really needed to read your post!  I am two years out this July and this learning to maintain is such a challenge! I have a question for you... after three years have you calmed down abit on freaking out over gaining and trust your pouch? Do you flucuate between a certain amount? Heres me...   120 -125 Weigh Daily and track everday on fitday. Dont excersise ( but its below zero and I get out everynight and walk in the summer) I just cant find my right caloric balance day to day to stay put! Any thoughts? Thanks again for the inspirational post... it meant alot to me! Hugs Linda

I have a question for you... after three years have you calmed down abit on freaking out over gaining and trust your pouch? I know this isn't what you want to hear Linda, but no I still freak out and I don't trust my pouch some days.....other days I'm fine with it.  I fear regain. Do you flucuate between a certain amount? Oh yea I flucuate.......my ok zone is 5 lbs......over that then I know it's time to re-evaulate my program, which by the way I still don't know what it should be.   I just cant find my right caloric balance day to day to stay put! I don't know my balance for sure either.....I do know that keeping my calories around 1200 right now with over 100 grams of protein and 60 carbs/60 fats seems to be working....who knows what next week will bring.....it is so confusing to me, but I keep plugging away I have no other choice.

LOL That made me laugh... so in essence... the answer is no LOL Hugs and thanks...what you wrote actually made me feel better.  Its just plain work everday. Somthing I have never done before.  If I monitored myself I wouldnt have gotten to 263! So no wonder this is new! Many hugs and congrats again... you a inspiration to me! Hugs

Congratulations Dana and Happy Anniversary!!!!! You are such a beatiful person inside and out and you  have been such an inspiration to me!!!!!! Thank you for all that you've given us here at OH!

Tracy, it's been such a joy going through all of this with my OH friends.......I know we don't talk as much as we did early out, guess that's expected as we enjoy this new life......let's always keep in touch; there are several OH members that I lost touch with that I really miss. Hugs,

Yes, we'll definitely keep in touch over the years! There are people I miss too, but it does seem like they drift back from time to time!!!

Dear Sweet Dana!! I am sooo proud of your accomplishments! You were there for me on the TMB from day one! If I remember nothing else, it's choose your attitude! LOL Thanks for all your inspiration, your support, your PM's and e-mails when I thought no one cared! You did! And you were always and still are, genuine! Thanks for all you do!! Congrats again on all your hard work!! Hugz, Gina