ELLEJAY

It really didn't take long at all - 16 days after seeing the Surgeon I was banded on 16 March 2007. Thank God the Australian health system is not like the US. I managed to lose 4.5 kg prior to the operation, so from 122kg start I was at 117. Went to St John's at 11.00am on Friday 16th and was home on Saturday 17th around noon. Today is Thursday 22nd March and I am hovering around the 112-113kg mark, so I have lost 10kg since 1 March 2007!!! I am feeling fine with no pain or hunger. Got my period on Tuesday and could even weigh a little less. I am aiming to being under 110kg by the time I see the Surgeon for my 2 week post op check up. Then I would like to see about 2-3 kg come off every week for about 10 weeks!! Getting to less than 100kg will be a big milestone.:clap2: I started morning walks on Tuesday (3 days post op) and am having no problems - not going as fast as I used to, but that will come back to me. I am eager to start back at the Gym - even if I can only do cardio. A bit premature, I know, but I started trying on some smaller work clothes stored in a spare wardrobe. Was surprised that some pants and blouses already fit. Went shopping and spoilt myself today. Bought a bracelet (as an external reminder of my internal bracelet!), 2 gorgeous pairs of shoes, some hair ornaments, a blouse and a cardigan that will be fine for at least another 20kg and a lippy! Didn't really want to buy any clothes but think the blouse will be nice for a special occassion I have to attend with my Dad in June. While I am not really hungry per se, I am looking forward to some creamy, cheesy, chivesy scambled eggs once I can have mushies.

It really didn't take long at all - 16 days after seeing the Surgeon I was banded on 16 March 2007. Thank God the Australian health system is not like the US. I managed to lose 4.5 kg prior to the operation, so from 122kg start I was at 117. Went to St John's at 11.00am on Friday 16th and was home on Saturday 17th around noon. Today is Thursday 22nd March and I am hovering around the 112-113kg mark, so I have lost 10kg since 1 March 2007!!! I am feeling fine with no pain or hunger. Got my period on Tuesday and could even weigh a little less. I am aiming to being under 110kg by the time I see the Surgeon for my 2 week post op check up. Then I would like to see about 2-3 kg come off every week for about 10 weeks!! Getting to less than 100kg will be a big milestone.:clap2: I started morning walks on Tuesday (3 days post op) and am having no problems - not going as fast as I used to, but that will come back to me. I am eager to start back at the Gym - even if I can only do cardio. A bit premature, I know, but I started trying on some smaller work clothes stored in a spare wardrobe. Was surprised that some pants and blouses already fit. Went shopping and spoilt myself today. Bought a bracelet (as an external reminder of my internal bracelet!), 2 gorgeous pairs of shoes, some hair ornaments, a blouse and a cardigan that will be fine for at least another 20kg and a lippy! Didn't really want to buy any clothes but think the blouse will be nice for a special occassion I have to attend with my Dad in June. While I am not really hungry per se, I am looking forward to some creamy, cheesy, chivesy scambled eggs once I can have mushies.

Well I have a surgeon and I have a date - Friday 16 March 2007. Weighed in at 120.5kg when I saw Dr W. He has asked me to lose a few kilo's prior to surgery. I reckon I could lose 5kg in 2 weeks. He seemed skeptical and said he didn't care how I lost weight, but that if I can lose a bit my liver will shrink and make the operation a bit easier (for him I guess, not me). My goal is to get to 75kg. I figure if I am only 115kg when I am banded, it's 5 less to lose later, plus it has given me the kick in the butt to cut out alcohol in the lead up and start walking again. Have walked both days since I saw him. I am not too sore. I am taking "Scorch" to try and increase metabolism and curb hunger. When Warren goes back to work on Tuesday I will start having a liquid dinner (protein drink). It makes me feel a bit woozy. I feel this is a good prep time for the operation. Don't know how long it will be after the op before I can do some exercise. Surgeon is adamant he won't operate on smokers due to smoking being a far for serious health issue than obesity. I have always thought I need to tackle "one problem at a time" but can see that in taking such a dramatic step as obesity surgery, means that I can tackle my smoking and weight together. I plan to start nicotine replacement therapy on Tuesday (when Warren returns to mine site). I have now doubt that I will be feeling shithouse for the first 6 weeks, so being a ex smoker at the same time may just see me feeling totally empowered.

Well I have a surgeon and I have a date - Friday 16 March 2007. Weighed in at 120.5kg when I saw Dr W. He has asked me to lose a few kilo's prior to surgery. I reckon I could lose 5kg in 2 weeks. He seemed skeptical and said he didn't care how I lost weight, but that if I can lose a bit my liver will shrink and make the operation a bit easier (for him I guess, not me). My goal is to get to 75kg. I figure if I am only 115kg when I am banded, it's 5 less to lose later, plus it has given me the kick in the butt to cut out alcohol in the lead up and start walking again. Have walked both days since I saw him. I am not too sore. I am taking "Scorch" to try and increase metabolism and curb hunger. When Warren goes back to work on Tuesday I will start having a liquid dinner (protein drink). It makes me feel a bit woozy. I feel this is a good prep time for the operation. Don't know how long it will be after the op before I can do some exercise. Surgeon is adamant he won't operate on smokers due to smoking being a far for serious health issue than obesity. I have always thought I need to tackle "one problem at a time" but can see that in taking such a dramatic step as obesity surgery, means that I can tackle my smoking and weight together. I plan to start nicotine replacement therapy on Tuesday (when Warren returns to mine site). I have now doubt that I will be feeling shithouse for the first 6 weeks, so being a ex smoker at the same time may just see me feeling totally empowered.