XPost: one year surgiversary: long, navel gazing, and photo whoring!
So, last week was my one year surgiversary. I have my doctor's appointment and labs tomorrow so I will do a health update later, but I had to do a lifestyle update now!
First, my before: diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sore back, etc.... My highest weight was 297 pounds. I lost my father from an early fatal heart attack and I felt sure that I was headed down that same path of leaving my children way too early. I have lost all those co-morbidities and am now not on any medication, besides vitamins. I reach my doctor's goal at about 10 months out (165 pounds) and my personal goal during my 12th month (149). I am continuing to lose (I was 143 this morning) so I guess I'll just hang on and see what happens. My BMI has gone from 47.9 to 23.6
Here's my monthly weighins for those who are interested:
Surgery weight 286 (11 lb on preop diet)
Month 1 264 (22)
Month 2 249 (15)
Month 3 234 (15)
Month 4 222 (12)
Month 5 211 (11)
Month 6 199 (12)
Month 7 186 (13)
Month 8 177 (9)
Month 9 166 (11)
Month 10 160 (6)
Month 11 152 (8)
Month 12 146 (6)
I felt like I was watching others live and staying in the background. We go to the beach every year and from last summer there were only 2 pictures of me -- one in bed and one reading on the couch. This year, I was in them all, and well, you'll see!
I'm so glad I had a DS. I eat whatever I want, with exceptions of white carbs. I really haven't tried much white flour (a bite here and there from the bread bowl and cake.) I haven't counted a thing but just tried to stay low carb. Dreamfield's pasta is the only thing that's caused me painful stomach problems, but I do have dhr with too much sugar (I mean TOO TOO much...like I ate a Ben & Jerry's ice cream cone at the beach). Usually it's no problem ~ I can (and do) have 1 Reeses cup. I still start every day with a protein shake and probably will for life.
I've been through a lot of emotional changes this year. I lost my beloved mother to cancer and her death has left me reeling through life still. I wish I could say that losing weight had changed everything but it hasn't and I guess that's reality. I have some strained friend relationship as others try to deal with the effects of my weight loss and my changed attitudes. Some of them are not happy to lose their "fat friend" who always puts others first. I have become "selfish" to them ~ I prefer to think of it as loving and respecting myself more and not always putting myself last. I am worth having others care for me for a change. I'm working on loving myself as I am. I have VERY poor body image and it's caused me trouble, especially in the intimacy area of my marriage.
So, the photo whoring:
PREOP:
ONE YEAR:
Official One Year Collage
Not a great pic, but yes! a 2 piece swimsuit!!
A dear friend got married at the beach last week (ON my surgiversary!!)
First, my before: diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sore back, etc.... My highest weight was 297 pounds. I lost my father from an early fatal heart attack and I felt sure that I was headed down that same path of leaving my children way too early. I have lost all those co-morbidities and am now not on any medication, besides vitamins. I reach my doctor's goal at about 10 months out (165 pounds) and my personal goal during my 12th month (149). I am continuing to lose (I was 143 this morning) so I guess I'll just hang on and see what happens. My BMI has gone from 47.9 to 23.6
Here's my monthly weighins for those who are interested:
Surgery weight 286 (11 lb on preop diet)
Month 1 264 (22)
Month 2 249 (15)
Month 3 234 (15)
Month 4 222 (12)
Month 5 211 (11)
Month 6 199 (12)
Month 7 186 (13)
Month 8 177 (9)
Month 9 166 (11)
Month 10 160 (6)
Month 11 152 (8)
Month 12 146 (6)
I felt like I was watching others live and staying in the background. We go to the beach every year and from last summer there were only 2 pictures of me -- one in bed and one reading on the couch. This year, I was in them all, and well, you'll see!
I'm so glad I had a DS. I eat whatever I want, with exceptions of white carbs. I really haven't tried much white flour (a bite here and there from the bread bowl and cake.) I haven't counted a thing but just tried to stay low carb. Dreamfield's pasta is the only thing that's caused me painful stomach problems, but I do have dhr with too much sugar (I mean TOO TOO much...like I ate a Ben & Jerry's ice cream cone at the beach). Usually it's no problem ~ I can (and do) have 1 Reeses cup. I still start every day with a protein shake and probably will for life.
I've been through a lot of emotional changes this year. I lost my beloved mother to cancer and her death has left me reeling through life still. I wish I could say that losing weight had changed everything but it hasn't and I guess that's reality. I have some strained friend relationship as others try to deal with the effects of my weight loss and my changed attitudes. Some of them are not happy to lose their "fat friend" who always puts others first. I have become "selfish" to them ~ I prefer to think of it as loving and respecting myself more and not always putting myself last. I am worth having others care for me for a change. I'm working on loving myself as I am. I have VERY poor body image and it's caused me trouble, especially in the intimacy area of my marriage.
So, the photo whoring:
PREOP:
ONE YEAR:
Official One Year Collage Not a great pic, but yes! a 2 piece swimsuit!! A dear friend got married at the beach last week (ON my surgiversary!!) |
| With my gorgeous hubby of almost 19 years
|
~shannon
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." ~E. Roosevelt
(Ticker includes 11 pounds lost in pre-op diet.)
"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." ~E. Roosevelt
(Ticker includes 11 pounds lost in pre-op diet.)
RNY 2/5/07 no regain having implemented lifestyle changes....
Woohoo Shann!! You look absolutely amazing!! I am so sorry about the loss of your sweet Mom...that is so sad. Big hugs for you.
I understand how it feels to be treated differently over weight loss. It has seemed to improve with time for me, I hope it does for you as well.
My hubby will start the 6 month process (again) for the DS...fingers, toes or whatever crossed folks! His weight continues to climb and I am so scared for him.
You and your family look so comfy together now. It feels great to be "comfortable in your own skin" doesn't it? I know you feel much better! Connie
I understand how it feels to be treated differently over weight loss. It has seemed to improve with time for me, I hope it does for you as well.
My hubby will start the 6 month process (again) for the DS...fingers, toes or whatever crossed folks! His weight continues to climb and I am so scared for him.
You and your family look so comfy together now. It feels great to be "comfortable in your own skin" doesn't it? I know you feel much better! Connie
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