So here we are almost 5 weeks post-op and down 42 pounds. I know this seems like so much in so little time, but it feels like it's happening at a snails pace. I definitely see it in my face, feel it in my clothes and my energy level. I have dropped about 3 sizes and am having fun trying on something new that fits just about every day. I have clothes in several sizes that I have stashed away in various closets, drawers and hope chests, thank god i had the sense to save so much. I guess I prayed and hoped that one day I would finally lose that weight. I found so many gorgeous clothes today- some with the price tags still on! I am particularly eyeing this cute flip flop skirt I bought in Florida a few years ago...and have never been able to wear. I tried it on today and I have another 10 pounds to go I would say, but it is hanging front and center on my clothes rack to keep me motivated.
Speaking of flip flops, I got the most thoughtful gift in the mail the other day from my best friend's mom. She has been so supportive and encouraging throughout this entire process, and she sent me some adorable flip flop earrings to congratulate me on my success so far. I can't believe you remembered my flip flop obsession Mrs. D! Thank you so much for thinking of me, it's the little things like that, that keep me going.
So I started the puree stage this week. All in all not too thrilling, since I cant stand the thought of actually pureeing anything from a solid state and then gagging it down. I am living on garlic hummus, laughing cow cheese wedges, and my new favorite concoction, mock lasagna. I layer 2 tablesoons part skim ricotta cheese, tbls of spag sauce and bake it in the oven, then i sprinkly parm cheese on top. Delicious! Packs a serious protein punch too.
Still having alot of NE Soup Factory Brocoli and Cheddar soup, avocado with salsa and sour cream, and of course mostly just water and Isopure protein drinks. I am proud to say I am up to about 500 calories a day...just 100 from my daily goal.
It's really tough to get in, because all the things I am eating are so tiny- I eat about 3-4 ounces per meal max.
Well that's the update for now, going to take the dogs for a walk...what a gorgeous night. Oh I have to mention that I finally saw the Sex and the City movie- LOVED IT!
My dear friend Amanda in Florida read my blog whining about how I wanted to go out to dinner and have cosmos for the occasion and she totally cheered me up by saying that she did just that with a group of girls and indulged in fried apps and sweet cosmos and then totally regretted it and felt sick that night and the next day. She said she was wishing she had opted for a sparking water and big salad. Sorry you felt sick girl but I appreciate the story! It did make me feel better!
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