My how time flies. I think this is week 6 for me! I'm dealing with a few hiccups but overall I'm doing very well.

I've been stalled for about 2 weeks now. It has a lot to do with my gallbladder issues and I'm going to see the surgeon about it tomorrow.

Now here is the kicker. I gained like half an inch on my arms and chest while stuck at 237 but I had to remind myself that it will pass. PLUS I've been working out like crazy and lifting weights so OF COURSE I'm gaining inches of muscle! I just wonder will it sabatoge this golden window everytone speaks of the first 6 months being for weight loss.

Back to the gallbladder. I don't want to go into the appointment like "I told you so" but I did ask him to take it out with my sleeve and he told me it was not neccesary because most patients don't have issues. I should have insisted on it, but you live and you learn. It really does lower my respect of his opinion. I swear sometimes I feel like I know more about this surgery than him or my NUT.....

On a good note, my confidence is through the roof. It's such an eye opening to feel good about myself and realize just how much I turned down chances to hang out or try different things when I was 40 pounds heavier. I've been running, playing basketball, going to bootcamp classes on campus, and tonight I'm going to a Zumba class. I can get through an hour or dancing without realizing how much time has gone by.

I'm making plans this summer to go rafting and hiking with friends. My energy level is through the roof! I'm no longer living, I'm finally Alive!

Since the scale isn't moving, I'm motivating myself by trying to claim as many NSVs as possible.

1. All of my labs are...normal? What is that word? Normal. I don't remember the last time I had normal labs.<--- Wow!

2. I painted my toes. I was even able to rest my knee as I painted! <----That is EPIC!

3. I can cross my legs. I do it without even realizing it now. <---I've NEVER been able to cross my legs comfortably.

4. i went to a international festival and bought a bracelet. It fits!. <----- I couldn't buy normal jewelry for the past 5 years without some kind of extender.

Thank you for reading. I hope each one of you has a wonderful rest of the week!