Exercise

Today I start incorporating exercise into my weekly routine.  I am excited!

Pre-Op Diet: Weight Loss Results

Monday, October 21st:  226 pounds
Tuesday, October 22nd: 225 pounds
Wednesday, October 23rd: 223 pounds
Thursday, October 24th: 222 pounds
Friday, October 25th: 221.8
Saturday, October 26th: 219.2 pounds

Weekly Loss:  6.8 pounds

Sunday, October 27th:  221.4 pounds
Monday, October 28th: 219.4
Tuesday, October 29th: 221.4
Wednesday, October 30th: 219
Thursday: Happy Halloween
Friday, November 1st: 219.8
Saturday, November 2nd; 218.8

Total Lost::  7.2 pounds

Friday, November 8th: 218.8
Saturday, November 9th: 215.6
Sunday, November 19th: 214.6

Total Lost:  11.4 pounds (I MET MY PRE-OP WEIGHT LOSS GOAL)  :)

Monday, November 11th: 214  (Happy Veteran's Day)
Saturday, November 16th: 213
Sunday, November 17th: 211.8

Total Loss:   14.2 pounds

My journey begins TOMORROW

Monday, October 21st is 30 days prior to my lap band surgery.  It is also the day I start my pre-op diet.  I have never been so happy to go on a diet before.  I know this process won't always be easy, but it will be worth it!  I AM WORTH IT!!!

Outback

My hubby took me to the Outback steak house.  It was wonderful!  I start my pre-op diet on Monday.  My husband was saying that he felt bad for me that I wouldn't be able to eat steak after my surgery.  Technically, I won't know if I can or not for several months.  Even if I can't, I don't care.  I just want to be healthy and feel good about myself.  That is way more enjoyable than steak.

Hobbies

I started taking a drawing class tonight.  I think it will be a great distraction when I am resting after surgery.  35 days and counting!!!!  :)

HAPPY

I am happy!!!!  That is all :)

Taste Test

I had ordered a sample pack of protein drink mixes from Unjury.  I wanted to try them BEFORE I had to drink them.  I liked the chocolate splendor.  Better than Slim Fast, almost as good as chocolate milk.  This makes me HAPPY!!!!

Homecoming

Last night, my beautiful daughter went to homecoming.  Two of my best friends helped me get her ready. Although I did ask them to take a few pictures with me and my daughter together, none of them were posted on to facebook for the WORLD to see.  I just realized that next year, when I am getting her ready for homecoming, that I will be at a much healthier and happier weight.  I plan on posting pictures of me and my daughter.  :)  It may not seem like much to some, but I can't wait!!!!!!

Scavenger Hunt

I have been having fun going to grocery stores lately....  I am looking for other options, post band.  I really like the V8 Fusion strawberry/banana.  It is amazing how much we tend to get in a rut when it comes to shopping,  I think my family is going to enjoy some of my discoveries as well.

Lunch

I am sitting at my desk eating my lunch.  Everyday I have been evaluating how it will be different after I get my band.  I don't think I am being overly positive, when I say, "I will be fine!"  Yes, my food choices will change, but in my mind I have thought about various options.  I purchased a bariatric cookbook and the recipes look great.  When I was just dieting, I would say, "I think I can, I think I can."  With the added tool of the gastric band, I am now saying, "I know I can, I know I can!"

The support from family and closest friends has been awesome!  It will be interesting to have this surgery right before Thanksgiving and the holiday season.  I am not the least bit disappointed that I won't be able to have my "usual" holiday foods.  For me, the holidays are about family, and in that area, I am blessed.

44 days and counting!

NO Soda

I haven't had soda in seven days.  It has been easier than I thought it would be.  The little changes I am making now will get me to reach one major goal (Being Healthy).

October brings me closer to change!

October marks the month that I no longer drink soda unless I am at a restaurant.  (No more Big Gulps)  October is the month that I am trying out recipes to use after my surgery.  October is also the month that I promise to exercise a minimum of 3 times a week.  The new habits I can create before my surgery, the easier it will be after surgery.  (50 days and counting!!!!! :)