wandajomorgan
Thankful!
Nov 27, 2008
I hope if you have not yet had your surgery you read this and say ...I can relate to all those things. Let me say there is hope! It's hard to fully grasp living life without all those things but it is so possible! I will never take my new life for granted, I hope I will always remember how hard life was weighing 338 lbs. Every move was painful and exhausting.
So on this Thanksgiving...I am giving thanks and glory to God for this wonderful new way of life. It has been more than I could ever have expected,but everything God has always wanted me to have!
My current weight is 182lbs. Total pounds lost ....156lbs.
Surgery Date...Under 200 lbs!!!!
Oct 05, 2008
Well, It finally happened! I reached under that 200lb mark. I was beginning to think it would never happen, this was such a huge milestone for me, as it's been over 20 years since I've been under 200lbs. I'm offically 196lbs. Wow, that feels good to say! I am very happy with my progress! I am down 142lbs. in 10months. I would like to be around 140lbs??? We will see.But to have 50-60Lbs in the future doesn't seem like a far stretch.
My Orthopedic doctor called late Friday and gave me a surgery date of December 16th. I am very excited for this to happen! I am going to try and get off as much more weight as I can before surgery. Even though the weight loss has slowed down signifigantly, I am ready to "work" at getting it off!
Once again, let me say how blessed my life has been. God has taken such good care of me. It's amazing how by turning over all of our fears and cares He gentley carries us to "His Best".
Hello...
Oct 02, 2008
Sorry I have not written for such a long time. I have just been super busy and time always seems to get away from me.
I went to the Orthopedic Surgeon on Monday. I was going to just see what he had to say about my hip. It has not gotten any better. Losing the weight has been great as far as taking off some of the pressure, but not being able to take any anti-inflamatories has kinda equaled out the pain level.
frustrating! He took X-ray's and told me I had the hip of an 80 yr old, and that I need a total hip replacement. This is not new news to me, I have been suffering with this situation for 8 years. I was just always to heavy to have the surgery. I was expecting the surgeon to say I still needed to loose another 40 lbs or so, but instead he said that he wants to do it now. He seems to think that without an increase in my exercise I won't be able to drop the rest of my weight. He put me on a water exercise only restriction. So, I am trying to plan for a December hip replacement. I am excited that this is finally happening. I have lived with this pain and limited lifestyle for so long, I can't imagine what life will be like with a brand new hip! Whoo Hoo!I have another great surgeon, His name is James Duffy. Dr. Fedorak (my gastric surgeon) approved the hip surgery so all is a go!
My biggest Supporter!
Aug 16, 2008
My biggest supporter is my sweet husband, Sean. Anyone who knows Sean, knows what a truly caring and sincere person he is to everyone. He speaks kindly and has a genuine truth in his words and actions. He has loved me when I weighed over 300 lbs. and he loves me as I losing down to my goal. Sean has been there for me through every step of this process. He has gone to every one of my support group meetings and lives as a daily support in all I go through. He is my biggest cheerleader and points out little accomplishents that I sometimes overlook. I feel so proud to call him my husband. I married well. I know that I married the exact person that God created for me. What a wonderful and comforting feeling to have the one designed for me. I thank God for His wonderful gift in Sean!
Had coffee with another WLS friend
Aug 11, 2008
I was able to get together with a friend that had her surgery in Oct. We have not seen each other for several months and I could not believe my eyes. Cristina is down to 130 lbs.(she started at 254 lbs) that's 10 lbs past her goal, she is in a size 4. WOW...she looks amazing and is healthy. No more diabetes, high blood pressure and sleep apnea. I am so proud of her and she has always been a huge support and inspiration to me! It was fun to catch up and share the good and bad that we have experienced. Mostly all good, and we both agreed that we would do it over again! Check out our picture!
"Lab Work Came Excellent"
Aug 06, 2008
I had Lab work done last week, and the numbers confirmed my improved health!
Here are some basic results:
1. Total Cholesterol 171 (normal is 100-199)
before surgery it was 246
HDL Cholesterol 44 (normal is 40-59)
2. AIC (diabetes test) 5.0 (normal is 4.8-5.9)
before surgery it was 7.5
3. Glucose,Serum 83 (normal is 65-99)
before it was 108
4. Before Surgery I had a fatty liver and now it's
perfect!
5. I did another sleep study last week for my sleep APNEA and I never had a stop in my breathing the whole night. My machine was set on 12 before surgery, and if you know anything about sleep apnea, that's really high!
She said to go to a really tall building
and drop my CPAP machine off and say
GOODBYE! I just might do that!
Dr. Huffman was thrilled with my success! She said to keep up the work and it will continue to add to my life expectancy. Remember, In September she said I would probably not live to see 50 if I stayed on the same track. I am so thankful for this second chance at life that God gave me! I am looking forward to many more years at life!
Bariatric Seminar July 18-20,2008
Jul 20, 2008
fun to wear jeans....
Jul 20, 2008
)I have a really cute pair of capri jeans, they are a size 18/20. When I first got them, I couldn't even get them up past my thighs. On Friday night we were going to our Weight Loss Workshop Dinner. I remembered that I had these in my closet and I thought, they probably won't fit, but I'll give them a try. To my amazement they fit, in fact they are too big in waist. What a fun moment! A size 18/20 that's not elastic...it's these fun little things that make it all worth it.
before and after
Jul 20, 2008
Wearing a Size Large Top
May 25, 2008
So...my mom sent me a package the other day. When I opened it I found three new shirts. The first one was an extra large yellow stripe with a cute ruffle around the neck and sleeves. I tried it on and it fit. The next two tops were larges. I thought O.K. I'll put these in the closet and maybe be able to fit in them sometime this summer. Just for fun, I tried one on, to my amazement, it fit! Whoo Hoo. This is a great way to kick off the first weekend of summer. FYI... Before surgery I was wearing a 3X or size 28 tops. (see photos)
