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/1/2006: I am so excited, I have my Date for Surgery, 9/26/2006!
I have been mentally preparing myself for th elast 4 years to actually get this far.I feel positive about the changes and I am committed to making this work all the way. I know as I change there will be emotional challenges but I am determined to overcome those too .My new begining is almost here and I remain determined!
9/10/2006: Okay ....one day and counting until I start my opti fast, and mentally I am ready. I have had these crazy little ceremonies everytime I eat something. For Instance I found myself saying "good-bye forever!" to my Dunkin Donut this morning" ! It feels so good and I think I am really sick of eating. That is a good thing since I will be on liquids for a quite some time.I started knitting to keep my fingers busy, so we will see how my behavior modification works this week.Almost there.
9/17/2006 : Well I jumped into my Liquid Opti fast in prep for the surgery. I keep telling myself, " Mind over matter" but it has been challenging. I can honestly say I have not let a piece of food go through my lips. The weight is coming off I am down 12 pounds in only 6 days. Not complaining but I am concerned just for my hearts sake so I will call my Dr Tommorrow.The neat part is I can really tell when I am hungry or just bored.In fact the Hunger is really strong.It hurts and is a strong ache. This also has convinced me I could never do this liquid diet for a long timeframe.The hope I feel is with these tools on this journey I will never have be at this weight again.For the First time in Many, Many years I have hope!
