Today is my one-year surgiversary! It's a beautiful day outside...the sun is shining...it's supposed to be a gorgeous 82 degrees. What a day to celebrate the new me!
I took a few minutes this morning (while drinking my morning coffee) to reflect on just how much has changed in my life in the past year.
1. Confidence. I no longer am embarrassed to walk into a room. I like the way I look and feel. Normal. That's all I ever wanted. To feel and look normal. This newfound confidence has even given me a boost at work. I serve as the spokesperson for a school district and have handled a few issues with the media lately. I feel that this newfound confidence really helped me react in these situations and I felt more confident being under pressure and in front of the news cameras. I can't imagine what it would have been like in those situations with the "old" me.
2. Clothing. I love buying clothing again, although my wallet doesn't. I'm finally in a size 12 -- that is somewhere that I haven't been since probably my junior year of high school (24 years ago!!).
3. Activity. I am no longer winded walking up a set of stairs or running around with my kids. I'm very much looking forward to this summer and doing lots of outdoor activities with my three young children.
There is so much to be happy for and so much has changed in the past year. I'm very grateful for the opportunity to restart my life, and am thankful for all of my family and friends who put up with me for the past year (especially those first few weeks).
Until next time, peace out!
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Friday, April 30, 2010
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Some people really piss me off!
So, I had a dentist appointment this morning and my hygienist (who hasn't seen me in 6 months) asked me how I'd lost so much weight. We talked for a bit about how I'm eating 5-6 small meals a day, eating proteins first, not eating any sugars, etc. Even after that, she still questioned me as if she didn't believe that I'd lost that much weight. I finally confided in her that I'd had WLS and explained that by no means was it easy and that I worked really, really hard to get where I am today.
Some people always look at the negative in things. My dental hygienist commented how great I looked and all, but had to throw in the cautionary comments about "Well, be careful because I know 3 people that had the surgery and they've gained it all back."
Why do people turn something positive into something negative? I just don't get it.
- Of course, I know that I have to be careful of what I eat for the rest of my life.
- Of course, I know that I cannot revert back to my old eating habits.
- Of course, I don't EVER want to look the way I did a year ago.
I am determined to be happy and healthy for the rest of my life. I'm just glad that I can take people's negative comments and let them go in one ear, and out the other. I have a hard shell, and I'm sure not going to let someone else's pessimism get me down!
Until next time, peace out!
Some people always look at the negative in things. My dental hygienist commented how great I looked and all, but had to throw in the cautionary comments about "Well, be careful because I know 3 people that had the surgery and they've gained it all back."
Why do people turn something positive into something negative? I just don't get it.
- Of course, I know that I have to be careful of what I eat for the rest of my life.
- Of course, I know that I cannot revert back to my old eating habits.
- Of course, I don't EVER want to look the way I did a year ago.
I am determined to be happy and healthy for the rest of my life. I'm just glad that I can take people's negative comments and let them go in one ear, and out the other. I have a hard shell, and I'm sure not going to let someone else's pessimism get me down!
Until next time, peace out!
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Had My Nine-Month Checkup Today!
Just got back from my nine-month checkup at Barix this morning. According to their scales, I'm down a total of 93 pounds since my surgery on April 30th. I'm happy with that, but as I discussed with my doctor today, my eventual goal is 160 pounds -- another 18 pounds to lose. I'm not in any rush. I'm quite pleased with how I look and *feel* right now. For the most part, it's just toning and some refining that needs to be done.
The weight loss has substantially slowed down -- if not stopped -- so I know that exercise is what I need to focus on now. I got on the treadmill last night for the first time in weeks (I know, bad Shelly). I do enjoy walking and jogging on the treadmill, and I really do enjoy going to the YMCA -- when I can get there. I am trying to get up 3-4 mornings a week at least 30 minutes early, just so I can get down on the treadmill. I'm going to rely on my husband (c'mon, Gary) to help me with this as I AM NOT A MORNING PERSON and would sleep until the last possible second, if left to me!
Anyway, back to my checkup appointment today. My bloodwork was all excellent, with the exception of a slight iron deficiency. I have always had a problem with my iron levels, so this wasn't a shock to me. According to my doctor and the nutritionist, the only change I need to implement is to take my iron pills more consistently and every day (I was only taking every other day). I'm going to try a new chewable iron supplement from Barix -- one that doesn't have the typical side effects from iron intake. We'll see how that goes! :)
My doctor was very pleased with my progress and with how I look. He commented that I don't look "hollow" like some patients he's seen that have lost almost 100 pounds. That made me smile inside.
Oh, I received another positive comment yesterday that I thought I'd share. I had an appointment at Cabrini College to talk about finishing my Master's Degree. (I only need four classes to finish, so I'm going to start this summer back at graduate school -- something else to look forward to!). Anyway, while meeting with the Dean of Graduate Studies, he commented on how "well-polished" of a woman that I was. I had a class with him three years ago, and he noted how different I look. It made me feel *very* good inside and made me think about the person that I've become -- and also about the person that I used to be.
With this *new* me has come a definite sense of confidence. Not an overbearing "look at me" type of confidence (at least, I hope it doesn't come off that way). Rather, one that I feel comfortable with myself and being in any situation. I'm more confident at work -- in my personal life -- and around my family. It really is a great feeling and one that I hope will continue for a while, if not forever.
Enough of my rambling. I wish you alla wonderful week. Until next time, peace out!
The weight loss has substantially slowed down -- if not stopped -- so I know that exercise is what I need to focus on now. I got on the treadmill last night for the first time in weeks (I know, bad Shelly). I do enjoy walking and jogging on the treadmill, and I really do enjoy going to the YMCA -- when I can get there. I am trying to get up 3-4 mornings a week at least 30 minutes early, just so I can get down on the treadmill. I'm going to rely on my husband (c'mon, Gary) to help me with this as I AM NOT A MORNING PERSON and would sleep until the last possible second, if left to me!
Anyway, back to my checkup appointment today. My bloodwork was all excellent, with the exception of a slight iron deficiency. I have always had a problem with my iron levels, so this wasn't a shock to me. According to my doctor and the nutritionist, the only change I need to implement is to take my iron pills more consistently and every day (I was only taking every other day). I'm going to try a new chewable iron supplement from Barix -- one that doesn't have the typical side effects from iron intake. We'll see how that goes! :)
My doctor was very pleased with my progress and with how I look. He commented that I don't look "hollow" like some patients he's seen that have lost almost 100 pounds. That made me smile inside.
Oh, I received another positive comment yesterday that I thought I'd share. I had an appointment at Cabrini College to talk about finishing my Master's Degree. (I only need four classes to finish, so I'm going to start this summer back at graduate school -- something else to look forward to!). Anyway, while meeting with the Dean of Graduate Studies, he commented on how "well-polished" of a woman that I was. I had a class with him three years ago, and he noted how different I look. It made me feel *very* good inside and made me think about the person that I've become -- and also about the person that I used to be.
With this *new* me has come a definite sense of confidence. Not an overbearing "look at me" type of confidence (at least, I hope it doesn't come off that way). Rather, one that I feel comfortable with myself and being in any situation. I'm more confident at work -- in my personal life -- and around my family. It really is a great feeling and one that I hope will continue for a while, if not forever.
Enough of my rambling. I wish you alla wonderful week. Until next time, peace out!
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Eight months out!
Tomorrow will be eight months since I had my WLS. I really can't believe how quickly time has flown right by. It seems like just yesterday that I was sipping those nasty protein shakes and trying desperately to get all my protein in so my hair wouldn't fall out. Wow, it's amazing how much things can change in eight months.
Officially, I am down 95 pounds and I've gone from a size 22/24 (or 26/28 in some tops) to a size 12 or 14 (depending on the style of clothing). I never would have imagined that my life could have changed so much. I am, for the first time since high school, comfortable with how I look. I feel great and my energy level, for the most part, is the best it's ever been.
Of course, I am the first one to admit that there are some things that I need to work on. With the new year right around the corner, I have taken some time to think about the changes that I need to make in the new year. After all, I was given this wonderful "tool" and this new lease on life, so now it's my turn to make it all worth it.
Here is my list of resolutions for the new year:
1. Drink more water. This is something that I've never been good at. No matter what diet I was on, I would start out strong, drinking all my water every day. But, that doesn't last long. I'm just not a big water drinker. Unless I have a water jug glued to my hands, it's something that I simply don't think about while at work or home. I vow to make this a priority as I need to drink water to feel healthier and help clean my body out.
2. Exercise, exercise, and more exercise. Again, not something that I enjoy or that comes naturally to me. After losing the 95 pounds, I can say that I'm starting to notice some more jiggle to my wiggle. I have a good 5-6 months before spring/summer is here, so I really need to get my ass in gear now rather than later. I have a membership to the YMCA, and rarely go because it's hard to fit into my schedule (full-time job and three kids at home). I do have a treadmill in my basement, so I need to start utilizing that more when I can't get to the YMCA.
3. Less carbs. Seems that I've fallen back into a bad habit of relying on carbs. I can honestly say that I am a carb addict - have always been and probably always will be. I need to better plan my menu and snacks so that I eat less carbs, and more healthy foods.
4. More veggies and fruits. Again, this is something that I need to plan better and more of. I'm not a huge veggie fan, but I do need to concentrate more on eating the veggies that I do like.
I've been sort of at a standstill for the past month or so, hovering between a 93-pound and a 97-pound weightloss. That 100-pound milestone is right around the corner, and I really would like to get there in January. What a wonderful way to start of 2010, wouldn't you think so?
Well, best wishes to you for a happy 2010. May the new year bring you whatever your little heart desires. Peace out!
Officially, I am down 95 pounds and I've gone from a size 22/24 (or 26/28 in some tops) to a size 12 or 14 (depending on the style of clothing). I never would have imagined that my life could have changed so much. I am, for the first time since high school, comfortable with how I look. I feel great and my energy level, for the most part, is the best it's ever been.
Of course, I am the first one to admit that there are some things that I need to work on. With the new year right around the corner, I have taken some time to think about the changes that I need to make in the new year. After all, I was given this wonderful "tool" and this new lease on life, so now it's my turn to make it all worth it.
Here is my list of resolutions for the new year:
1. Drink more water. This is something that I've never been good at. No matter what diet I was on, I would start out strong, drinking all my water every day. But, that doesn't last long. I'm just not a big water drinker. Unless I have a water jug glued to my hands, it's something that I simply don't think about while at work or home. I vow to make this a priority as I need to drink water to feel healthier and help clean my body out.
2. Exercise, exercise, and more exercise. Again, not something that I enjoy or that comes naturally to me. After losing the 95 pounds, I can say that I'm starting to notice some more jiggle to my wiggle. I have a good 5-6 months before spring/summer is here, so I really need to get my ass in gear now rather than later. I have a membership to the YMCA, and rarely go because it's hard to fit into my schedule (full-time job and three kids at home). I do have a treadmill in my basement, so I need to start utilizing that more when I can't get to the YMCA.
3. Less carbs. Seems that I've fallen back into a bad habit of relying on carbs. I can honestly say that I am a carb addict - have always been and probably always will be. I need to better plan my menu and snacks so that I eat less carbs, and more healthy foods.
4. More veggies and fruits. Again, this is something that I need to plan better and more of. I'm not a huge veggie fan, but I do need to concentrate more on eating the veggies that I do like.
I've been sort of at a standstill for the past month or so, hovering between a 93-pound and a 97-pound weightloss. That 100-pound milestone is right around the corner, and I really would like to get there in January. What a wonderful way to start of 2010, wouldn't you think so?
Well, best wishes to you for a happy 2010. May the new year bring you whatever your little heart desires. Peace out!
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