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The time has just flown by.  I am down 36 pounds.  I am feeling ok.  I am still troubled with stomach problems and I relate much of it to eating and drinking too fast.  As well I believe my years of anti-inflammatories have played havoc with my stomach.  I have had to go off them since my surgery which means my arthritis is worse.  I continue my battles with the insurance company.  I have been on disability because of my arthritis, fibromyalgia, depression and anxiety for 3 years.  Not much has changed since my initial diagnosis but I still continually battle with them.  I am starting to wear size 14 clothes.  I am so flabby because of the quick weight loss and I carry so much weight in my stomach.  I am not very preportioned.   I know I will need plastic surgery but that is another bridge to cross and some time down the road.   Tonight I was at a meeting and received so many compliments about my WL.  It felt good but also a bit embarrassing. I continue to keep a record of my calories, protein, fat, carb and fluid intake each day.  I really do need to start trying some of the great WL receipes shared on the website.  Today was my second restaurant visit and I managed to eat half a vegey burger without the bun and a mouthful of salad.  What a difference, in the good old days I would have finished off my plate and then mooched whatever else I could from the rest of the group.  I do have to watch myself as my old habits are close by.  I really notice if I am anxious about something and not thinking clearly I just open the fridge grab the first thing I think I can eat and start wolfing it down.  It catches up with my pretty quick as my stomach lets me know.....your eating too fast!  I have to be very careful if I am under any kind of stress.  New picture to be posted....yes I am back to brunette for the winter.... 

It's hard to believe that my surgery was a month ago.  I am feeling good, other than my low energy and fogginess.  I attribute alot of that to my fibromyalgia as well as my surgery.  Lots of milestones in this past month:
- I weigh 5 pounds less than when I got married 9 years ago
- I can fit into size 16 comfortably 
- I can shop at regular clothing stores
- I am finally figuring out how many carbs, proteins, fat and calories I should be eating (slow learner)
- I can sit comfortably with my legs crossed
- I have found a protein shake that I like
- I am realizing how my emotional state relates to my eating
I have been reading Before and After by Susan Marie Leach.  She is the found of Bariatrics.com.  Reading her book has reminded me of so many issues I have had about my weight.  Being teased at school, being afraid to do things because I may be laughed at or criticized, making excuses so I wouldn't have to socialize with people that didn't have weight issues.  The list goes on.  The book is interesting as well as full of some great recipes.  I only wish that she had mentioned VSG in here 2007 revision.  She had RNY.   Today is picture day.  I plan to do this every month until I reach my goal.  I will post once I get DH away from the TV.  He is addicted to the Golf Channel.    

Hard to believe two weeks tomorrow was my surgery.  Its feels like it was so long ago.  I am struggling with my Fibromyalgia and recovery from surgery.  I am more tired then usual.  Today I went for acupuncture as that really helps with my energy level.  Unfortunately it doesn't last for very long.  I have also started taking B50.  
My son's 29th birthday today so we celebrated with steak, garlic bread, caesar salad, baked potato, corn on the cob and tirimisu cake.  I had 1/8 of a baked potato with FF sour cream, some carrots and mushrooms.  As well I had a taste of  the steak and chewed it very well.  Well none of it agreed with me.  I had a stomach ache for a few hours afterwards.  Live and learn!.
 I haven't started any kind of exercise yet as i just find day to day activities enough.  Next week I hope to be able to make it to the pool. 
I have sorted through two closets worth of clothing and have tons for my girlfriend.  She will visit tomorrow and go through what she wants.  It feels good to clear out the past and get rid of some of my larger clothes.     

Down 12 pounds since my August 23 VSG.

Well I am back home and so pleased with my surgery.  I am proud of myself for handling the surgery on my own as well as making a decision to do it.  Today I am tired.  More tired then normal.  I am sure it is a combination of my fibromyalgia and the recovery from surgery.  

Dr. Joya and his surgical team were fabulous.  The hospital clean and staff very professional.  Nathilie is beautiful and very helpful and supportive.  

Today I started on my protein shakes.  I think I will have to try a few to find out the ones that work best for me.  So far this first one is toooo sweet.  

I have told all of my family about my surgery.  My mother was shocked and has not given support one way or the other.  My sister's knew before I left about my surgery.  One was very supportive the other said I would die if I went to Mexico.  

My husband Ken has been awesome.  I came home to a bouquet of fresh flowers and a gift (digital tire guage).  Its the thought that counts.  I am fortunate to have such a wonderful caring husband.

I continue with my counselling.  I was suppose to go in the morning yesterday but I was late getting in the night before so just didn't make it.  I was too tired. 

My husband and son have been looking after there own meals.  Which is great.  Its funny listening to them plan their menu.  Luckily they can both cook. 

My husband picked up two large plastic container as I am going to start weeding out my closet.  Clothes too big, clothes for friends and clothes to go to the consignment store.  I have to admit I have alot of clothes.  I picked up 4 dresses, 4 topsand a short set while I was in Puerto Vallarta.  All small sizes.  I have some clothes for down the road. 

Enough typing time to have a rest......        


       

What a day.  I woke up with a sore throat and heavy chest.   Now I have an upset stomach.  Boy oh boy what a way to start.  Luckily I have a day of rest before my surgery on the 23rd at 10:00 am.  I am excited but nervous.  Right now I am more nervous that I will end up sick before my surgery.  I contacted the co-ordinator for Dr. Joya and he said as long as I do not have phlegm I should be ok.  I figure the worst that can happen is that I lie around the pool a few extra days before I have my surgery.   I leave Victoria at 6:00am and arrive in PV at 9:30pm.  Long day.  I have stocked up on zinc/echinecia lozenges, throat spray, hand sanitizer.  I will try and get AirBorne and Zicam when I am at the airport as that is what is recommended by you awesome contributors!   I am excited!
My measurements
Bust 45
Waist 42
Hips 45
Upper arms 13 1/2
Calfs 15 1/4