xpost-8 months out-NSVs
It has been eight months since my surgery. I feel great. I love my new habits. I eat 80+ grams of protein, keep carbs under 40 grams, drink 100+ ounces of water and take my vitamins. I have signed up for my first 5K.
I have been able to buy clothes ranging from size 4-6 pants, tops and dresses. OMG! I am actually the same size as my tiny daughter. I found an awesome black leather dress yesterday at Dillard's. It was even on sale. The best part is my daughter wants to borrow the dress.
I am still 25-30 pounds from my goal. Went to a party yesterday where I am open about my WLS. My daughter and son-in-law hosted the party so 95% of the guests were their age. So many of the guest gave me compliments about my weight. Also, many suggested that I didn't need to lose anymore weight.
Such comments lead me to realize how frightened I am of regain. I must lose this last 25-30 pounds in order to have some room for bounce-back. My loss has been slow but steady. From what I have read, I can expect things to really slow down. Yet I will remain diligent to commitment and compliance to my new habits. I am eager to continue to work this tool.
I posted on a another thread that there is no finish line in my journey. There will never be a time when I can return to my old habits regarding food and health. This new normal is for the rest of my life and that is exciting!
Y'all take care.
I have been able to buy clothes ranging from size 4-6 pants, tops and dresses. OMG! I am actually the same size as my tiny daughter. I found an awesome black leather dress yesterday at Dillard's. It was even on sale. The best part is my daughter wants to borrow the dress.
I am still 25-30 pounds from my goal. Went to a party yesterday where I am open about my WLS. My daughter and son-in-law hosted the party so 95% of the guests were their age. So many of the guest gave me compliments about my weight. Also, many suggested that I didn't need to lose anymore weight.
Such comments lead me to realize how frightened I am of regain. I must lose this last 25-30 pounds in order to have some room for bounce-back. My loss has been slow but steady. From what I have read, I can expect things to really slow down. Yet I will remain diligent to commitment and compliance to my new habits. I am eager to continue to work this tool.
I posted on a another thread that there is no finish line in my journey. There will never be a time when I can return to my old habits regarding food and health. This new normal is for the rest of my life and that is exciting!
Y'all take care.
Congratulations! It's sounds like you're doing awesome! : )
--gina
5'1" -- HW 195/SW 187/GW 115 July 08/CW 121 Dec 2012
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DS on Aug 9, 2007 with Dr. Hazem Elariny
WOW...you have done an Awesome job and I love that you understand that this is for the rest of your life!!! As long as you keep the carbs low your chance of a long healthy skinny life is in your future!!
Roz
God is walking with me every step of the way. Because of HIM this is possible!!
RNY 10/15/2008 9+ Years!!! Height: 4' 11" HW: 203 SW: 197 CW: 119 on Maintenance
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