Yesterday was my 3 month followup! I'm down 64 pounds after a 2 pound weight gain...Yuck. The doc told me not to get freaked out about it, it happens. So, I'm trying not too! This is my first stall since surgery, so I can't really complain, plus 64 frickin pounds!! Wow.

Again, all my labs are fantastic!!! My A1c came down even further to 5!! My fasting blood sugar was 86. All my other labs were well within normal range. I'm so happy with the results.

Now, I have to pick up my training for my 10k. I walked four miles the other day in 1 hour and 5 minutes, which is 5 minutes faster than before, so I'm very happy with that. I bought a Garmin to keep track and so far love it!

We're off to Austin this weekend for a Warrior reunion! I can't wait it will be loads of fun. Oh yeah, we are going to see ACDC as well! Rock on!

Well, last night was Halloween and I decided to dress up. I was going to be the Swine Flu but gave it to my hubby instead. It was a big hit, especially the pink sweats. Poor Bill did not want to wear the sweats but I pretty much threatened him (ha, ha) and he wore them. I was Spider Woooman!! We went to two parties and had a ball. Enjoy!

2-1/2 month out photos -59 pounds

Here are some photos of me 2-1/2 months out. I've lost 59 pounds so far. I'm really pleased with my progress and I think I can finally see the difference. I did a total closet clean out and now have nothing left in my closet to wear! I missed getting rid of some of my old clothes and some jackets that I wanted so bad but didn't even wear! I hope the ladies I gave all my clothes to will get good use out of them.

Last week on the OH website I found out that one of my OH friends had passed away. She had surgery the same day as me. She had a tough time and went into cardiac failure. She was brought back but never woke up again. They found that her potassium was way below what it should have been. She leaves behind 3 young children. She was 37 years old. RIP Becky.

Two months out

I'm two months out from my RNY (gastric bypass) and absolutely love it. It is the best thing that I have ever done for myself.

I have already accomplished the main goal for me having the surgery. That is not having to take any more meds for my diabetes, high blood pressure or cholesterol. Yesterday I went to my PCP for my diabetes check-up. I was done 59 pounds since my last visit with him. All of my labs were excellent. No more medications at this point. My hemoglobin A1c was 5.8, fasting glucose 96, cholesterol 149, LDL 89 and my HDL 34. I'm so pleased with all of this.

On top of my labs being excellent, I am down to a size 18/20 from a 26/28. I walk five days a week and have so much energy.

I still have to work on my depression but that is coming slowly. I have to find me a good psychologist to work with.

I'm experimenting with healthy foods and a lot of vegan recipes. I have a great website that I go to for those. I've made so many of her recipes so far and they have all been delicious!

I'm working at home again doing my medical transcription, which I love. I have time for myself and it is so peaceful! I'm continuing with my hospice work and might look into doing some nursing on the weekends with them.

Things could not be better. I'm so happy I chose to change my life. Every day is a challenge but it is worth giving it a try and seeing what else I can accomplish.

One month out. Down 46 pounds.

A big WOW moment for me!!

I had a big "WOW" moment yesterday when I went shopping for a new outfit to wear to work tomorrow. I used to wear a size 26/28 pants/shirts. Today I was able to fit into a size 20 with room to spare!!! This is only six weeks after surgery! Yeah for me!

One Month Follow-up

Today was my one month follow-up. What a great surprise. I no longer have to take my diabetes medications. My fasting blood sugar is 107. I no longer have to take my blood pressure medications. My blood pressure has been very good. No more cholesterol medications. My cholesterol was 156. I do still, however, have to take my Prozac!! I'm officially down 43 pounds (since my starting weight).

My clothes are getting really baggy and big, but I'm not quite ready to buy new clothes. I'm going to wait until I drop a couple of sizes. I guess I will officially look sloppy for a bit.

I can now eat a regular diet. Sounds easy, but it is not. This is the time where I will find out what agrees with my pouch and what doesn't. So far everything has been good. I have been fortunate enough not to experience "dumping syndrome" yet.

That is all that is going on in my world at the moment.