Survived the Tamale and HOliday

Thank goodness it is over. Don't get me wrong. I love the Christmas season, but wow was it tough to survive eating wise. I think I did fairly well. No sickness which is always good and which means I did not push over the limit. I was very prepared though. Knowing that my family would have tamales, I voluenteered to make chicken Posole. One so that I would have something to eat besides tamales and two cause it is good. My cousin also made a wonderful sugar free dessert that is becoming a hit at our family functions. It is so good!! I am thankful that God sent his son on this day to show us His love. This Christmas was not about how much food I can consume at each place I go, instead it was about being together with the ones we love. I am so greatful to have learned that this year and I know I have sooo much more to learn. I am thankful for all the support of a great family and husband. Merry Christmas !

6 Months ago

Today

6 months Ago

6 Months Ago

Today

6 months Ago

Today

6 months ago today, my whole life changed! At this time 6 months ago I was in Recovery of having Gastric Bypass. Wow did my whole life change. I never imagined that I would be 88 lbs down in 6 months. I never imagined that I would be climbing the hill behind my house, or taking a long walk just because, or riding our bikes 11 - 26 miles!! Never, ever in my wildest dreams did I think that. But .... it is true. I am so excited about my journey. It has been hard and very testing, but I draw my strength from my saviour Jesus. He is my strength and my encouragement, he has blessed me with a wonderful support husband, who is enjoying the new journey as well. Thank you to all who have supported me in this new journey. I am so thankful!

Overboard on the cheese cake

What in the world was I thinking ??? let me explain... I sang at the christmas banquet today at the church. After we had dinner I wanted a cheese cake bite. No big deal right, sure If you have only one ! Nope.. I had half then I had another half and that half, wow was I sick. I had a bad cramping for an hour . I think I ate it way to fast and the sugar was too much. So I will not be eating cheese cake or bites anytime soon.

88lbs !

I thought my weight was slowing down. There are days where I stay the same and then all of a sudden I just drop. It is funny cause if something does not fit me today, if I try it again in a week it fits. Today I weigh 164! Past my personal goal! I even fit into Becky's old jeans. I am truly blessed to be where I am and thankful for this new journey. I do need to get back to my excersise routine, cause my body and skin is starting to get well, you know saggy! I think it is mainly my arms and my legs, I did not realize that my legs were big, but I guess they were. Today my friend is coming to show me the bands so I can work out the legs and arms, I need to start toning now. And... I want to start running. Maybe for Christmas I can get some running shoes. We shall see.

Pushing threw the Holidays

OH my goodness. It is so hard to stay away from all this holiday food! Cookies, cheese cake, candy. I try so hard to limit it to one bite and eat slowly so I do not pick at food. The bad thing is that I can snack now and I need to stay in control of that. The good thing is that I only take a few bites and I am full. I need to survive the holiday and then it will be okay. I have Christmas tamales that I am dreading. As much as I want to eat one, I will stick to my plan at christmas. Eat only the ham and turkey , stay clear of the tamales. LOL Funny huh ? I know it is funny for me to be avoiding tamales !! Planning is the key my friends, plan , plan away!

6th Month Post OP!

Wow ! Today I had my 6th month appt. I can not believe that it is already been that long. I went it and alll my labs were good, however I need to be sure to get in 40 grams of protein in the morning. So I will be searching for a new protein drink. As much as I enjoy the drinks from Bariatriceating, they are so expensive and I will have to drink double. Doctor said all is good and I am doing great. I currently weigh 167 and he said I have around 37 more pounds to go and then I will be at goal weight. Funny thing is that my original goal was to stop at 165 and I am just about there! It is amazing to me to see how I am changing, my attitude has even changed. I use to be grumpy all the time cause I was always tired and although I was a confident woman, I was still miserable. It is so different now, I feel different. Although I am the same person, I feel like a new woman. All Glory goes to God, He is the reason that I am able to continue this journey. He is my strength daily. Thank you Lord, for self control ! With out you I am nothing !

3 hours to eat a tamale

Okay , so today Erica brought in tamales, I had no idea how I would react to eating that, but I wanted to taste it so I did. Man oh man was it good ! I took very small bites . I started at 12 and took the last bite at 3!! I did not want to get sick so I took it slow, It was sooo good! That was my treat for the week, I dont think I will be eating those at christmas though, as much as I want to, I cant too filling !

84 lbs

Today I have hit 84lbs. I also have hit another mile stone. I am now 167 and for the first time in a long time my period has come all by itself. That is an accomplishment.

New and Cheaper protein

Okay so I love the protein drinks from Believe, however, they are so expensive! So I get them when I can, but this morning, I decided to try something new. I mixed my sugar free chai latte from international instant coffee and mixed in 1 spoonful of the juice it up protein and WOW !! it dissolved instantly! No taste and It is super thin just like the one I get online. So now I will be on the hunt for instant coffee to add protein! So excited !!

81 Pounds !

Today I hit 81 lbs. I am weighing in at 171. My original goal was to be at 165 and stop, however, my new goal is to be at 140 which leaves me 31 more pounds. So next week it is time to get back to working out and work off the last 30! I still am amazed at my progress.

Frustration

I am a little frustrated, first I have not excersised and I feel like I am slowing down again. I have been 79lbs down since last friday. I need to lose this last pound. My goal is 33 more pounds . That will put me at 140 and I think that is a great weight. I am right now a size 14 and I do feel like my pants are getting a little big, so that is a good thing. But i need to excersise !!