Zoe 6 Posted January 4, 2006 It's been so long since I've visited LBT that many people won't know (or care) that I was gone. . . but I've been thinking about everyone, and when I had a dream last night about meeting a lot of you from your before-and-after pictures, I knew I had to stop by again! I had a total abdominal hysterectomy in October, and wasn't posting much even before the surgery because I was in pain and doped up. Now, three months later, I'm pretty well recovered from the operation, although I had a lot of nasty, mostly unrelated, back/nerve pain over the past several months. And I was being a very bad bandster indeed. Not only was I unable to exercise since I couldn't really move for several weeks, I got into a horrible comfort-food habit, meaning ice cream, candy, you name it, even though I had lost a few pounds right after the surgery. It's amazing that I didn't creep back up over the 200-lb. mark. Well, I swore off not only LBT but most of my computer activities for several months because I was spending too much time sitting (not to mention wasting time when I had a lot of other work and school stuff to do). And while I won't be visiting as often as I used to -- meaning several times a day -- I sure need the support and incredible humor of LBT. Thanks to everyone who sent me messages over the past several months; I will answer them this week. I apologize for falling off the face of the earth. Right now I'm doing well, and ready to start a new challenge. Anybody interested in losing 20 lbs. in 26 weeks? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
the best me 6 Posted January 4, 2006 There you are! We have missed you and needed your big boot a few times, too. Glad you are recovering. I thought of you when my sister had her hysterectomy Dec 1st. Remember fibroid tumor girl? No longer, and she's feeling better already. She's lost almost 20 pounds since her surgery. Her feet no longer swell (not sure exactly why they did) so she's not retaining Water like she used to. I hope you are enjoying good health as time passes. Okay, there are a few challenges going on these days so jump in on one. I have sworn them off for a while. I guess I got burned out, but I joined Boot Camp where no whining is allowed and I pick my own goals. Mine are increased exercise and better eating. Yes, vague, but just enough structure for me. Plus NSV's must be listed. So there ya go. Glad to see you posting. Lots going on these last months...catch up!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PamRN 0 Posted January 4, 2006 Welcome back Zoe! I was just thinking of you and hoping you'd reappear soon! I'm glad to hear you're feeling better, I know just what you mean about needing the support and humor here... I find I need everyone here for support to fight off the bad bandster demons... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jessiebear 2 Posted January 4, 2006 Hey Zoe! Glad to see you're back! It's good to hear your surgery is behind you & that you are doing well! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vinesqueen 2 Posted January 4, 2006 Zoe! Zoe! ZOE! (the crowd swells!) Yay! You're back! You're back! I'm so very glad you are back! (can you tell?) Glad you are recovering, sorry it took so long! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alexandra 55 Posted January 4, 2006 Good to see you back, Zoe!! Sounds like you've been through some tough stuff, but came through OK. Best wishes for a happy, HEALTHY 2006 and 20 lbs off in 26 weeks!! (I'm shooting for 20 lbs off in about 45 weeks...I'm happy to be a turtle.) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
La_madam 20 Posted January 4, 2006 Hi Zoe welcome back ! I'm interested in your 20 lb in 26 week challenge Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Iluvharleys 15 Posted January 4, 2006 Welcome back Zoe! Glad to hear the worst is behind you and you are feeling better now! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marimaru 7 Posted January 4, 2006 Hey Zoe!! Sorry your recovery was so slow and that your back was bothering you. Glad you are feeling better now though! Being a turtle I very much doubt I could lose 20 lbs in 26 weeks, but I'm very interested in what you are going to do to try and get that done. Maybe I could lose 10 lbs? I'd settle for breaking my 225 by even 5 lbs! Do tell! (hugs) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HarleyNana 10 Posted January 4, 2006 Welcome back, hope all is back to normal real soon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
banded_for_life 2 Posted January 4, 2006 Welcome back Zoe! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeLarla 22 Posted January 4, 2006 Zoe, I've been trying to send you a get well card from the summer LV bash for 3 months. I think I finally threw the card away because, well, because that was 3 months ago. I might be able to fish it from the bin, so if you want it, PM your address (I got a new puter and lost all my info.) Glad to see you. KIT, damn it! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mousecrazy 2 Posted January 4, 2006 Welcome back! Glad to hear what you've been up to, and sorry it wasn't anything pleasant...come here for laughs and support anytime! Cindy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ReneBean 3 Posted January 5, 2006 Hey Zoe! Good to see your face, again. Do tell. What's the plan for the 20 pounds in 26 weeks? Hope you are feeling all the way up to par. Welcome Back!! :] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vera 7 Posted January 5, 2006 Welcome Back I remembered your Hyst in Oct and even posted a How are you? Now I know. Sorry for the pain. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
