Thank you all for your very kind comments on my comparison picture post yesterday! It really does put things into perspective seeing how far I've come in pictures.
Sadly though, I don't think losing the remaining 15ish lbs I want to lose are going to take care of my problem thigh/knees that really bother me! So, I am going to start researching what my cosmetic surgery options are: Lipo, thigh-lift, whatever. I have no idea what the cost of this is but I know that I will never be 100% happy with my weight-loss until I address this problem area of mine.
I am busy packing for my Hawaii trip this week! I cannot believe it is here already. So much to do in the next few days! At least I am finished with work for now and that is a great thing! I usually get bombarded with buyers who come out of the woodwork when I am planning on being away and it usually creates big-time stress that I don't need. Hopefully they are all waiting for me to come back refreshed from my trip to help them buy the home of their dreams, right?
Monday, April 11, 2011
Sunday, April 10, 2011
***EDITED****Look what I found
EDITED to include now pictures! Original pic I was 213 lbs (my high was 219!) and the picture today is me at 159 lbs.
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Thursday, April 7, 2011
Oops! She did it again!
TA DA! I hope you love my new blog design as much as I do. It was custom designed for me by Jenny at Jens Lapband Journey and she did a fanfreakintastic job! THANK YOU SO MUCH JEN! I am sure after working with Clientzilla she will be increasing her rates soon so you better run over to her blog and ask her for some help if you are thinking about it!
I had a doctors appointment yesterday and got a .1 cc fill. My Doc is still telling me that I should really be focusing on maintenance at this point and not worrying about the additional weight I want to lose....10ish lbs. I suppose thats a good thing but unfortunately, in this one instance, I am not listening to my Doc and I still want to see the scale go further south! Sorry Doc D! I just know I have it in me to get it off me and I really want to try!
After we left the doctor, we continued heading south to visit Steves Dad who lives in Boynton Beach FL. We had a nice visit and I finally got to eat at Fishbones Grill. I figured a little fish is the next best thing to mushy food and I was right! It went down fine and it was actually quite good. I have one in my town but we've never gone. Steve is not a fish eater but now we know there are quite a few land lubber dishes so we will be going back when I can eat a wider variety than on a fill day.
So, day one of my fill is in the books and I don't feel any different. I didn't expect to though as I am one of those people who usually feel it 4 - 5 days later. I hope, I hope! We leave for Hawaii soon and I don't want any surprises if ya know what I mean! We will be in Honolulu for 3 days than on a 7 day cruise. I hope that I am as lucky as Steph and manage to lose some weight as we have an action packed week planned! I cannot wait!
My daughter and son-in-law (I get such a kick out of saying/writing that!) got back from their honeymoon and had a really great time at Sandals in St Lucia! This week its been back to reality for all :(
She had Tuesday off from work and pretty much changed her name everywhere important; DMV, SSA, etc. so she got that out of the way! That part is really a pain for us woman....men really do have it easy, yes? Anyway, next on the agenda for them is a new job for Kevin...he is currently working but is actively looking for a better paying job. All prayers appreciated!
I had a doctors appointment yesterday and got a .1 cc fill. My Doc is still telling me that I should really be focusing on maintenance at this point and not worrying about the additional weight I want to lose....10ish lbs. I suppose thats a good thing but unfortunately, in this one instance, I am not listening to my Doc and I still want to see the scale go further south! Sorry Doc D! I just know I have it in me to get it off me and I really want to try!
After we left the doctor, we continued heading south to visit Steves Dad who lives in Boynton Beach FL. We had a nice visit and I finally got to eat at Fishbones Grill. I figured a little fish is the next best thing to mushy food and I was right! It went down fine and it was actually quite good. I have one in my town but we've never gone. Steve is not a fish eater but now we know there are quite a few land lubber dishes so we will be going back when I can eat a wider variety than on a fill day.
So, day one of my fill is in the books and I don't feel any different. I didn't expect to though as I am one of those people who usually feel it 4 - 5 days later. I hope, I hope! We leave for Hawaii soon and I don't want any surprises if ya know what I mean! We will be in Honolulu for 3 days than on a 7 day cruise. I hope that I am as lucky as Steph and manage to lose some weight as we have an action packed week planned! I cannot wait!
My daughter and son-in-law (I get such a kick out of saying/writing that!) got back from their honeymoon and had a really great time at Sandals in St Lucia! This week its been back to reality for all :(
She had Tuesday off from work and pretty much changed her name everywhere important; DMV, SSA, etc. so she got that out of the way! That part is really a pain for us woman....men really do have it easy, yes? Anyway, next on the agenda for them is a new job for Kevin...he is currently working but is actively looking for a better paying job. All prayers appreciated!
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
It's not Wed but...
I won't be able to exercise tomorrow and this was my second trip to the gym today so I'm counting it as my Wed Workout!
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Redecorating going on!
I am so excited because Jen at Jen's Lapband Journey is designing a new blog for me! I cannot wait to debut the final version!
I am also very excited because I went shopping today for some capri's for Hawaii and I got 4 size 10's and 1 size 8!!!! Holy Schmoly! Size 8 on me? I don't even care if it is a fluke or not, the tag says 8! I might even leave all the tags and stickers right on the pants!
I am going for a slight fill tomorrow. I have been so screwed up since my unfill in January. I am not even at the level of where I was when I got my first fill one year ago! I am going to ask for only .15 cc and that still wont bring me to the first fill level but I feel like it will give me some much needed restriction. We are leaving for Hawaii next Wednesday so I know if I have any problems I can address them before we go. I just dont want to go away with my current fill level. I feel like I am almost at "the" right level and now would be a good time to reach it!
My weight has held steady since all my fill/unfill drama started in January and I am only 2 lbs lighter than I was at the end of January! On the other hand, my measurements have gone down thanks to all the exercising I've been doing so thats all good. However, I still have weight to lose, maybe another 10-15 lbs and its all from my lower body. When I try on bathing suits or shorts it kills me that I still hate my heavy legs. My husband said "keep doing what you are doing and the weight will come off your legs". I just dont think so. I have fat knees in addition to fat thighs and really think ultimately, the only thing that will help is liposuction at the very least. I don't have any problem with my calves so I should be thankful for that, right?
So, back to the gym I go tonight for 60 minutes of spinning with Herman the 'Hermanator'....he is a killer. Sunday morning, he changed the name of the spin class to "Sunday Spinning for Saturday Sinners"....you get the picture.....TORTURE! But man oh man, do I love burning those calories in an hour! I also went to a cardio class this morning but wont be able to get to the gym until Thursday night as we are going to visit my father-in-law after my fill appt. By the time we get to the doctor who is 100 miles south of me, my FIL is only another 100 miles so off we go!
I am also very excited because I went shopping today for some capri's for Hawaii and I got 4 size 10's and 1 size 8!!!! Holy Schmoly! Size 8 on me? I don't even care if it is a fluke or not, the tag says 8! I might even leave all the tags and stickers right on the pants!
I am going for a slight fill tomorrow. I have been so screwed up since my unfill in January. I am not even at the level of where I was when I got my first fill one year ago! I am going to ask for only .15 cc and that still wont bring me to the first fill level but I feel like it will give me some much needed restriction. We are leaving for Hawaii next Wednesday so I know if I have any problems I can address them before we go. I just dont want to go away with my current fill level. I feel like I am almost at "the" right level and now would be a good time to reach it!
My weight has held steady since all my fill/unfill drama started in January and I am only 2 lbs lighter than I was at the end of January! On the other hand, my measurements have gone down thanks to all the exercising I've been doing so thats all good. However, I still have weight to lose, maybe another 10-15 lbs and its all from my lower body. When I try on bathing suits or shorts it kills me that I still hate my heavy legs. My husband said "keep doing what you are doing and the weight will come off your legs". I just dont think so. I have fat knees in addition to fat thighs and really think ultimately, the only thing that will help is liposuction at the very least. I don't have any problem with my calves so I should be thankful for that, right?
So, back to the gym I go tonight for 60 minutes of spinning with Herman the 'Hermanator'....he is a killer. Sunday morning, he changed the name of the spin class to "Sunday Spinning for Saturday Sinners"....you get the picture.....TORTURE! But man oh man, do I love burning those calories in an hour! I also went to a cardio class this morning but wont be able to get to the gym until Thursday night as we are going to visit my father-in-law after my fill appt. By the time we get to the doctor who is 100 miles south of me, my FIL is only another 100 miles so off we go!
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Monday, March 28, 2011
Wedding Pictures & belated Bandiversary Post!
The wedding was last Friday and we came home yesterday. We left my sisters house at 9 a.m. fully intending to make the trip in two days but a miracle occurred and there was absolutely no traffic in NY or DC and we made it home by 11:45 p.m.! My husband did all the driving as that is his thing. Anyway, we are home and the bride and groom are in St. Lucia! What a great wedding day my daughter and son-in-law had!
Jordan & Mallory
Mallory
Mallory & Kevin
Steve and I
My honey and me!
Me and my girls
Jordan and her mama
My girls
This pic was at the end of the night when I was getting ready for some eye-poking as the wedding was almost over! Theresa, do I have a great story for you girl!!!! I will be sending you a PM on Facebook as I don't want anything I put in writing to be held against me in court! (Just kidding!)
And last but not least, last Thursday marked my one year Bandiversary! I cannot believe the year went so fast! My goal was to lose 50 lbs by this date and I accomplished that! I am planning to continue to lose another 12-15 lbs before I go into maintenance. Because of ME and my band, not to mention the hours and hours of exercise, I was able to put on a gown for my daughters wedding and not feel self-conscious in it all night. I felt good about me and that is really what this whole thing is about!
I have my husband and children, extended family and friends who have supported and encouraged me during this process. My family and I suffered the worst loss imaginable last May when we lost my father and brother-in-law but somehow, all of us have moved on with our lives and for that I am beyond grateful. I have met so many great people during this journey and I am so excited to continue making those bonds stronger! Thank you for becoming a part of my family this past year and being with me for the good and the bad! I love you all!
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