Checking in and giving an update

Hi friends!

I cannot believe we all started this journey together almost 4 months (some longer) ago. Of course, for most of us- the journey has been much longer than the actual date of our surgery :)

I continue to be amazed by the changes that have happened since my journey began. I haven't been online as much as I used to be, and I suppose that's a good thing. That means I'm actually out living my life, and being active- something I haven't had energy/ability to do in years. I'm encouraged reading all of your successes, and know that even though I don't get on here much, you are all always in my thoughts and prayers, and hoping that you are all continuing to have success and health. 

I will be 4 months out next week- and I'm down 61# from surgery...and 77# since I started seeing my NUT at the surgeons. I have reached a major milestone-->ONEDERLAND!!! Yes, I have arrived, officially this morning. I can't recall the last time I have weighed less than 200#. I seriously almost cried. I took a pic of the scale- is that weird? I don't even care if it is. 

I've purchased actual Levi's jeans for the first time ever...in a size 14 yikes! It's all so great. 

One thing that drives me nuts is other people, and their opinions. I have only shared my surgery story with about 4 very close friends, and my family. People are supportive, but also kind of annoying- is it horrible to say? Every day, I have a coworker who will spend the first 10 minutes literally fawning all over me, telling me how great I look, and how happy she is for me, and how exciting it is...I am flattered, but it's seriously overwhelming. I am still trying to see the changes, because, let's be honest being MO for as long as I was, it's hard to see myself as not anymore...but the constant commentary gets uncomfortable. Am I just being super sensitive, or should I just enjoy the attention and deal?  Good problem to have, right??

I hope you are all well, and continuing to do well. I'd love to hear how it's going.

Here's to health!!

-KC