Before you all jump on me, I know it's been a while since I've updated my blog and I promise I will do a better job of updating it.
So much has happened since my last update. I will start with the recent stuff and try to work my way back (if my brain will go back that far).
I had my 3 month post-op visit last Thursday, before boarding a plane for the ATL (I'll get to that in a few), and everything is good. I have lost about 85 pounds. I know it's a lot. I was pretty overwhelmed when I got on the scale. The doctor wants me to do a video for his website. I'll send out the link once it's posted. While, I don't have a whole lot of loose skin, I do have flab under my arms. So, when I wave to people I'm sending them some extra love. LOL! Before going to my surgeon for a follow-up, I did go to my PCP, primary care physician, and he too gave me a clean bill of health. All of my blood work was good and in the normal range. I guess he didn't check to see if I was crazy, because that test would have been off the charts.
I am still having a hard time holding down certain foods. Which is to be expected. My doctor and several people who have become family have told me it's going to take a bit before I can hold some foods down. I'm also having trouble getting in my fluids. Yes, I know it's important, but not being able to eat/drink at the same time is what throws me off. So, that's something I have to work on.
As I mentioned earlier, I flew to ATL for the weekend. For the first time in a number of years, I didn't have to ask for a seat belt extender. Not only did I not need one, I was able to sit in the seat with a little, and I do mean little, wiggle room, put on the seat belt and pull the strap tight. YEAH!!!! I haven't been able to do that in a while. Another bonus, I bought some clothes, just a few things, and for the first time in a number of years, I was finally able to get into a size 46. However, I bought them on Wednesday and by Friday they were too big. Thankfully, I can get them taken in. As far as shirts go, I can get into a 2X and breath, but I just don't think it looks right so for right now, I'm sticking with a 3X shirt, but it too doesn't look right ... I guess I'm at the awkward stage people talk about.
I'm actually starting to noticed in pictures that I've lost a considerable about of weight. By the way, check out the pictures I took in ATL. I had a blast.
2010 is the year of The NEW ME! I have to give all credit and praise to GOD. Without HIM I would not be where I am today.
