Well, just came back from my birthday vacay in Fort Lauderdale, Florida...
I finally hit the 50lbs down mark I am so excited! I am also excited at how well I did on my trip surrounded by the variety of delicious foods. However, I didn't step out of line I stayed on chicken and fish throughout the whole excursion. Not, speaking of fried chicken or fish either; baked or grilled only.
I finally went bought a scale I think I didn't want to fall in the trap of most who weigh themselves 20 times a day, so I withheld from doing so. But now I feel the time has come for me to start weighing myself at least once a week. My weight loss is steady in which, I am most happy about and I think it was because I wasn't weighing myself so I wasn't aware of any plateaus that are often talked about.
I have noticed some differences in clothing, energy, complexion, even attitude...which is the best I feel! I feel inclined to do almost anything, when I go out I feel energetic, confident, and motivated. I know more than sure now that VSG sugery was the best thing I could have ever done to kick start this weight loss journey!
Wednesday, August 10, 2011
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Week 8: Post-Op
Hello Again,
Well, I'll start by saying that I've made my own "Independence Day!" My weekend was great. I began to start shopping in my closet. Trying on things that I've either have never worn or couldn't wear after awhile. I really was ecstatic at the fact that I was able to fit in my clothing that I thought I would have to give to goodwill because I could no longer fit into them. Not even the case, I am real hippy so I normally have a problem with my pants but even those fit with ease made me feel good about myself.
I also went in today (7/6/2011) for my 6 week post-op dr's appointment. I lost 9 lbs. I thought I have lost more but I'm glad that I am not losing too fast! That way I won't have so much loose skin and needing so much plastic surgery in the end. So, I will say I am grateful...after all I could have gained then I would be devastated!
Well, I'll start by saying that I've made my own "Independence Day!" My weekend was great. I began to start shopping in my closet. Trying on things that I've either have never worn or couldn't wear after awhile. I really was ecstatic at the fact that I was able to fit in my clothing that I thought I would have to give to goodwill because I could no longer fit into them. Not even the case, I am real hippy so I normally have a problem with my pants but even those fit with ease made me feel good about myself.
I also went in today (7/6/2011) for my 6 week post-op dr's appointment. I lost 9 lbs. I thought I have lost more but I'm glad that I am not losing too fast! That way I won't have so much loose skin and needing so much plastic surgery in the end. So, I will say I am grateful...after all I could have gained then I would be devastated!
Friday, June 17, 2011
Week 5: Post-Op
Hello,
I am at Week 5 post-op and feeling great! I'm just stopping by my page a lil to give a quick update. Well, to start off I haven't weighed myself since my 2 week post-op appointment. I'm not scheduled to meet with my Dr. until July 6. At that time, I will be 8 weeks out! Whoo Hoo..
However, my reasoning for not weighing myself is to be in suspence once I hit the scale at my appointment. My goal is to be at least under 300lbs. That would be a total weight loss of 52lbs in 8 weeks. Can you believe it?? I think I will treat myself to something special for working so hard at maintaining this weight loss.
I have been doing fine on my diet so far. Been trying new things but nothing out the ordinary. I have been able to digest a little tilapia but still feel that I may need to wait a little longer. Not because I was nauseous or began vomiting. I just don't like the way it feels going down my tiny stomach. I can say I am truly one of the lucky people who have not experienced the vomiting of certain foods. As much as it may be tempting to try, I stay away only in fear of that happening to me!
I would say the most difficult thing is keeping up with the vitamins and protein intake daily. I still do my protein shakes (at least 1-2) but I eat lots and lots of other high protein foods throughout the day. Such as, tuna, fish, chicken, and cream of wheat with fiber. Of course, all meats are blenderized to a mush. Trying to stay away from sugary drinks, my intake is mostly water throughout the day (48-64ozs). This is it for now, but until next time...LaShurta.
I am at Week 5 post-op and feeling great! I'm just stopping by my page a lil to give a quick update. Well, to start off I haven't weighed myself since my 2 week post-op appointment. I'm not scheduled to meet with my Dr. until July 6. At that time, I will be 8 weeks out! Whoo Hoo..
However, my reasoning for not weighing myself is to be in suspence once I hit the scale at my appointment. My goal is to be at least under 300lbs. That would be a total weight loss of 52lbs in 8 weeks. Can you believe it?? I think I will treat myself to something special for working so hard at maintaining this weight loss.
I have been doing fine on my diet so far. Been trying new things but nothing out the ordinary. I have been able to digest a little tilapia but still feel that I may need to wait a little longer. Not because I was nauseous or began vomiting. I just don't like the way it feels going down my tiny stomach. I can say I am truly one of the lucky people who have not experienced the vomiting of certain foods. As much as it may be tempting to try, I stay away only in fear of that happening to me!
I would say the most difficult thing is keeping up with the vitamins and protein intake daily. I still do my protein shakes (at least 1-2) but I eat lots and lots of other high protein foods throughout the day. Such as, tuna, fish, chicken, and cream of wheat with fiber. Of course, all meats are blenderized to a mush. Trying to stay away from sugary drinks, my intake is mostly water throughout the day (48-64ozs). This is it for now, but until next time...LaShurta.
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Week 3: Food Update
I just thought I'll drop a little preview of what I have been eating. So far, I am following my diet pretty well. Over Memorial Day weekend, I added a few new food items to my diet. This includes; soft scrambled eggs, cream of wheat, red beans, tuna (pureed), applesauce (once again), and even okra gumbo. I will say that I am loving it!
I feel I am moving away from the protein shakes (still drinking a least one a day); and finding my daily protein intake elsewhere. I've been having a deep craving for tuna and decided to try some out with a few crackers. It was such a savory flavor in my mouth!
On Saturday, my mom and I went out to eat at Shoney's and I ordered soft scrambled eggs and potato soup on the soup and salad bar; even though I couldn't eat much I was definitely satisfied once I was full. I enjoyed just sitting there with my mom holding conversation.
It just felt amazing to get out and be able to go to a resturant and not over indulge in fatty foods and feel the comfort of satiety without over doing it! I am still adjusting but I think in the end it will be all well worth it!
LaShurta
I feel I am moving away from the protein shakes (still drinking a least one a day); and finding my daily protein intake elsewhere. I've been having a deep craving for tuna and decided to try some out with a few crackers. It was such a savory flavor in my mouth!
On Saturday, my mom and I went out to eat at Shoney's and I ordered soft scrambled eggs and potato soup on the soup and salad bar; even though I couldn't eat much I was definitely satisfied once I was full. I enjoyed just sitting there with my mom holding conversation.
It just felt amazing to get out and be able to go to a resturant and not over indulge in fatty foods and feel the comfort of satiety without over doing it! I am still adjusting but I think in the end it will be all well worth it!
LaShurta
Week 3: Wonderful Day!
This weekend I have drove the longest distance to see my mom for Memorial day...didn't know how that was going to fair out being that it was an 8 hour drive. But all and all it was okay; not bad at all!
I work at a school district as a Speech Therapist (very demanding) and as the year comes to an end, I have been working furiously trying to wrap-up all paperwork. It was a few colleagues that haven't seen me since the surgery. Therefore, today was the first and I've gotten so many compliments on my weight loss. This really made me feel good considering that they can already see the results!
My mom also said that she can see a difference as well in my mid-section. I know now that I made the right choice to have VSG surgery. I am only looking forward to more achievements in this arena. Stay Tuned!
LaShurta
I work at a school district as a Speech Therapist (very demanding) and as the year comes to an end, I have been working furiously trying to wrap-up all paperwork. It was a few colleagues that haven't seen me since the surgery. Therefore, today was the first and I've gotten so many compliments on my weight loss. This really made me feel good considering that they can already see the results!
My mom also said that she can see a difference as well in my mid-section. I know now that I made the right choice to have VSG surgery. I am only looking forward to more achievements in this arena. Stay Tuned!
LaShurta
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Week 2: Post-Op Follow-up
Hello Again,
Well, I know I haven't been blogging about my status lately, but I have a good reason for that! I haven't had any reports just as of yet until 5/24; which was my first 2 week follow-up and I will say everything went fine; my vitals were on point and not to mention that I feel great!
I will start off by saying that I am down 24lbs in 3 1/2 weeks when in the past I couldn't lose 3 lbs in 3 months...However, it has been a challenge and definitely a life-changing experience as they may say! I also have been trying a few new things in my diet just to see if I could tolerate some different foods.
Although I am very self-consious with what I eat, I know the only way I will know what I CAN eat is to try out a few things. So, I have tested applesauce, mashed potatoes, thin but cream soups and most were tolerable; except the applesauce. The texture of it going down is not a pleasant feeling for me so I'll just stay away for now!
I also made a BOO-BOO on today; I went a little overboard with my senses. I called myself going out to eat with a friend of mine and instead of ordering my usual (soups and protein shakes); I tried a little tilapia....wait a minute before you start in on me, I just wanted to taste a small, small fork full just to see if I can digest it okay while chewing it to a puree. Well, it was okay but I know I won't be trying that again until the next few months. It was a little tough and I couldn't chew it as much as I would have liked blenderized!
I already knew that I could do mashed potatoes but how about meat?! Well, today I gave it a try and felt guilty! I felt like a cheat! I will not lose this race I said to myself! So, I will just make sure I follow my specialized diet plan and I know there will be no self-guilt. I will keep posting as much as possible but until then...To a Happy Sleeved Success!
LaShurta
Well, I know I haven't been blogging about my status lately, but I have a good reason for that! I haven't had any reports just as of yet until 5/24; which was my first 2 week follow-up and I will say everything went fine; my vitals were on point and not to mention that I feel great!
I will start off by saying that I am down 24lbs in 3 1/2 weeks when in the past I couldn't lose 3 lbs in 3 months...However, it has been a challenge and definitely a life-changing experience as they may say! I also have been trying a few new things in my diet just to see if I could tolerate some different foods.
Although I am very self-consious with what I eat, I know the only way I will know what I CAN eat is to try out a few things. So, I have tested applesauce, mashed potatoes, thin but cream soups and most were tolerable; except the applesauce. The texture of it going down is not a pleasant feeling for me so I'll just stay away for now!
I also made a BOO-BOO on today; I went a little overboard with my senses. I called myself going out to eat with a friend of mine and instead of ordering my usual (soups and protein shakes); I tried a little tilapia....wait a minute before you start in on me, I just wanted to taste a small, small fork full just to see if I can digest it okay while chewing it to a puree. Well, it was okay but I know I won't be trying that again until the next few months. It was a little tough and I couldn't chew it as much as I would have liked blenderized!
I already knew that I could do mashed potatoes but how about meat?! Well, today I gave it a try and felt guilty! I felt like a cheat! I will not lose this race I said to myself! So, I will just make sure I follow my specialized diet plan and I know there will be no self-guilt. I will keep posting as much as possible but until then...To a Happy Sleeved Success!
LaShurta
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Week 1: Since Surgery
Hello All,
I am 7 days post-op surgery and will be going to my post-op visit on May 24th in Houston, Texas. I am so excited. On the day of surgery, I have reached 338lbs.Which was a 14lb weight loss in 1 week. I am so so proud of myself! Finally, taking a stand and taking control of my life and being and MAINTAINING my long term goals.
Yours Truly,
I am 7 days post-op surgery and will be going to my post-op visit on May 24th in Houston, Texas. I am so excited. On the day of surgery, I have reached 338lbs.Which was a 14lb weight loss in 1 week. I am so so proud of myself! Finally, taking a stand and taking control of my life and being and MAINTAINING my long term goals.
Yours Truly,
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