1 year out and a few days....feeling great!
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mfisher16508
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I have been mia on here for quite sometime, but I am doing great and well, and feel wonderful. I just passed my one year anniversary on the 14th of this month, and I feel amazing. I am down arox 115 pds from day of surgery and countless clothing sizes, I wear a size 5/6 and small or med shirt, all depends on the brand.
My year was not without trials, a few stictures and learning something new EVERYDAY, hell right now everyday is STILL sooooo diff from the last, food wise I cant tolerate processed breads, but fresh baked is ok, chicken is iffy and is on a day by day basis, steak is a go, pork is dependent upon how it is cooked. Sugar is a no go and knocks me out, but I can tolerated a bite or two. Also as I read prior to surgery I just had my gallbbladded out about a week b4 my anniversary, I was expecting it, but wasnt prepared for the pain and sudden onset.
I look in the mirror now every chance I get, I am more outgoing and more outspoken. I love clothes, bras and panties and Victorias secret is my secret addiction. I dont drink soda still and dont plan on ever doing so. I can go out to eat and make good choices, although sometimes I wish I vould eat what I used to, but that is mostly when I am hungry and just need something quick to eat, so usually I hit up wendys and get a chili or somewhere that sells pizza by the slice.
If you are new to the surgery or just had it, things get easier, I still drink protein shakes and I still take my vitamins and I have had no deficiencies at all, I have very little loose skin and for that I am super lucky, but my boobs shrunk ALOT, but I am ok with that, I am healthy, I am happy and I smile ALOT.
I have bad days where I cant eat alot, and other days where I want to eat everything////I get thru them all, and know that when I made this life and body altering decision, that it was going to be a change I would and could deal with everyday.
Bless all of you on here, who have helped me, answered by numerous questions and just supported me thru it all....
Mary
My year was not without trials, a few stictures and learning something new EVERYDAY, hell right now everyday is STILL sooooo diff from the last, food wise I cant tolerate processed breads, but fresh baked is ok, chicken is iffy and is on a day by day basis, steak is a go, pork is dependent upon how it is cooked. Sugar is a no go and knocks me out, but I can tolerated a bite or two. Also as I read prior to surgery I just had my gallbbladded out about a week b4 my anniversary, I was expecting it, but wasnt prepared for the pain and sudden onset.
I look in the mirror now every chance I get, I am more outgoing and more outspoken. I love clothes, bras and panties and Victorias secret is my secret addiction. I dont drink soda still and dont plan on ever doing so. I can go out to eat and make good choices, although sometimes I wish I vould eat what I used to, but that is mostly when I am hungry and just need something quick to eat, so usually I hit up wendys and get a chili or somewhere that sells pizza by the slice.
If you are new to the surgery or just had it, things get easier, I still drink protein shakes and I still take my vitamins and I have had no deficiencies at all, I have very little loose skin and for that I am super lucky, but my boobs shrunk ALOT, but I am ok with that, I am healthy, I am happy and I smile ALOT.
I have bad days where I cant eat alot, and other days where I want to eat everything////I get thru them all, and know that when I made this life and body altering decision, that it was going to be a change I would and could deal with everyday.
Bless all of you on here, who have helped me, answered by numerous questions and just supported me thru it all....
Mary
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Loved to hear your story. You deserve the health and happiness you have. keep up the good work. Happy Anniversary.0
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I loved your post! It should be so helpful to everyone starting on this road. I am about 17 months out and agree with everything you said. So envy you your SMALL clothes. I am in large but so much better than 5x that I used to be!! My daughter's jeans are loose on me which just kills her!! Sorry the gallbladder was painful but it's pretty much a given with this. Had mine out 2 months post op. Enjoy your new life and take care!0
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Inspiring - thanks for sharing!!!0
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Awesome and congratulations on your new lifestyle. Sounds like you are doing wonderful!!!0
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Thats great,not the gallbladder tho they are a pain in the *kitten*(or should i say chest) had mine done also! :sad:
i am glad there are so many great positives of your journey and lets hope can follow your path! :bigsmile:0
