I wrote this 17 March '09 Hope you're keeping up with my mind set. lol

Yesterday i phoned the hospital to see whether they are any closer to allocating my surgery date. What a blow. After been told at my last appointment that I'd only have to wait 4 months for my surgery, It's taken my a little while to get my head round it all and come to terms with the fact that I have to have the surgery.

I decided to be positive, research as much as possible about the Gastric Sleeve and prepare myself as best I can before my surgery. I'm trying to ensure that I have the products to help me keep to a plan, ie. finding the correct containers that will hold appropriate quantities per meal. Sourcing recipes that will be suitable after WLS. Improve on some of the protein drinks so that I can at least enjoy them.

Finally, try to self motivate around exercise.

Alright then, that said, yesterday I was down, but today i've sprung right back with a vengence. Yep, I went to my first water aerobics class. I can't believe I actually exercised for 1 hour straight and enjoyed every moment. I LOVED IT! This is the first proper facilitated exercise that i've done in over 20 years. I have to say it, I'm proud of myself, patting myself on the back. I was meant to start this 2 weeks ago and had an convienent excuse each week. Not today though. Just put my mind to it, went along and hey! My cousin came with me and we both enjoyed ourselves. It was an all female group with some pregnant women. I felt muscles I'd forgotten I had. I'm hoping this will be the first of many physical activities. My next goal is to do Thai Chi. That will give me 2 hours of exercise per week to start with. I'm far from fit enough to try the gym, but some come, soon come.