One Holiday and Birthday down, 1 Holiday and Birthday Party to go. What a crazy week. Had a wonderful Christmas with my parents here from Florida. Nick has more toys that he even knows what to do with. Followed by more toys for his birthday. If the kid could have just waited until his Feb 11th due date he wouldnt have such an embarrassment of riches this time of year! I can't believe I have a 4 year old now:)
Lew is on vacation so we've been getting some stuff done, enjoying all the new toys with Nick and even had a date today...which happens to be the 7 year anniversary of the day we met. I was reflecting on all that has happened in that time- wow.
We went to see Marley and Me, what a tear jerker. I was a mess, I can't believe I couldnt read the book, the movie was soooo good. I tried to read it awhile back but couldnt get into it. That was the best movie I have seen in a long time. It killed me. We checked out Blue Stove at Nordstroms after. It's a tapas/wine bar and man was it good. This is my new favorite restaurant, by far. It is perfect for me, small plates with no carbs! We had crispy dark cherry glazed beef, fingerling potatoes with chorizo, lemon risotto with grilled sea scallops, and thai chicken satay with crunchy spicy peanut sauce. The chef also sent over a complimentary tapa of braised short ribs. YUMMO as Rachel Ray would say....we loved everything. Had the best wine too...every time I order something from the Paso Robles region of Cali, it is a winner.
So I was thrilled I didnt get sick from anything, as I have had a few incidents the past week with all the holiday food. I had a nice wine induced nap from 8-11pm when I got home- laid down with Nick- and now I am up and at em. I hit a new low today- I am now just 4 pounds away from my original goal weight. I still can not believe it.
I am feeling great and been doing the eliptical almost every day. I love it.
Nick and I signed up for swimming lessons today at the Y- I was so happy to find a class where you can get in the pool with them and not just drop him off as I knew that would not fly. So that will be our new winter routine, Daddy and me on Sat mornings and Swimming with Mom on Sunday mornings...a nice break for Lew and I get Sat me time.
Not much else new, looking forward to another snow storm tomorrow and heading over to our neighbors for our annual 4-8pm New Years appetizers and cocktails. Been thinking about Puerto Rico and getting excited for some fun in the sun.
Thought for the day courtesy of SugarLand- great workout song!
"I ain't settling for just getting by
I've had enough so so for the rest of my life
Tired of shooting too low, so raise the bar high
Just enough ain't enough this time
I ain't settling for anything less than everything"
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Saturday, December 13, 2008
7 Months Post Op Wow Moments
Where does the time go- I cant believe I haven't blogged for almost a month. Maybe because I have been having too much fun and enjoying the new me to the hilt. So I won't apologize!
I am 7 months out now and down 105 pounds. I'll try to explain what my life is like now, but really there are no words. The changes are profound; physically, mentally and emotionally. I bought a dress for my holiday work party the other day and it was a size 12. A SIZE 12! That might not seem too small to people who have never had a weight problem, but let me tell you, coming down from a size 28/30 it is really a BIG deal. I nearly screamed with happiness from the fitting room....and I still can't believe it sometimes. In fact, I find myself still going directly to the plus size departments of stores, heading straight for the handicapped stalls in bathrooms, and putting clothes that are WAY too big into my shopping cart only to try them on then realize- nope- i need to go down a few more sizes. It is so much fun I must say!
I am finally feeling really good for the first time since surgery. This past month has been fantastic, as far as not getting sick and being able to eat just about anything I want. Small portions of course, but I haven't had any problems. It's almost like be careful what you wish for, because I now understand how and why people can gain their weight back. It's still early in the game for me, but it's already getting so much easier to eat more at a time, and more of a variety...which could be very dangerous. I am now responsible for my own choices again...which is what got me into trouble in the first place. The past 6 months I was so limited to just a few foods and the volume was so miniscule...I really could not screw up if I tried. But now, I really have to stay on top of what I am taking in, and step up my exercise to maintain my loss, and hopefully lose another 20 pounds or so.
I am not doing a very good job of this today...so far I have had 3 bites of a bagel with cream cheese and 2 cups of coffee. BAD! I got up at 5am to come into work for ice storm coverage...but there really isn't much to do so I am catching up on stuff. I was able to do my xmas cards and change the ring tone on my cell phone to my new fave Beyonce song...so I am being very productive! HAHA! But I have been doing well overall...it's only noon so I'll get back on track today. I am already chugging down my crystal lite and I'll have some protein apps at Pam's party later today.
I only wish I could have one of those yummy holiday martinis they are famous for, but prob not a good idea with all the sugary juice and syrups they use in them.
I have been having lots of egg salad, deviled eggs, grilled chicken over greek salads and I even tried steak for the first time with no problem. I had to laugh though, I bought these 4 oz filet mignons from Omaha Steaks and the guys tried to talk me out of it because he said they are way too small and I should buy the bigger ones. I didnt feel like explaining why they were perfect for me- I just said I was going to use them for apps! Anyway I made one on the grill and I was nervous so I ate about a third of it, then the next day I was able to eat 2 more meals with left overs! I had some over salad for lunch, and then for dinner I made it into a little steak and cheese mini tortilla wrap. So the 40z steak that was too small gave me 3 meals! I remember going to Capital Grill and ordering the biggest steak on the menu- prob 14 ozs and eating the whole thing along with salad, bread, mashed potatoes and even dessert. That boggles my mind now! The best thing about this surgery is you can still have your cake and eat it too. I can have a taste of the things I love but a taste is enough.
I made a batch of eggface's eggnog protein icecream- yummy and tried the most amazing shake recipe from eggface for a peppermint mocha protein shake made with Click. Man it was incredible- better than Starbucks for sure. I dont know what I would do without my eggface...she is my hero. Even if you are not post op she has some awesome low carb/sugar recipes that anyone could benefit from...so check it out!
theworldaccordingtoeggface.com
I am 7 months out now and down 105 pounds. I'll try to explain what my life is like now, but really there are no words. The changes are profound; physically, mentally and emotionally. I bought a dress for my holiday work party the other day and it was a size 12. A SIZE 12! That might not seem too small to people who have never had a weight problem, but let me tell you, coming down from a size 28/30 it is really a BIG deal. I nearly screamed with happiness from the fitting room....and I still can't believe it sometimes. In fact, I find myself still going directly to the plus size departments of stores, heading straight for the handicapped stalls in bathrooms, and putting clothes that are WAY too big into my shopping cart only to try them on then realize- nope- i need to go down a few more sizes. It is so much fun I must say!
I am finally feeling really good for the first time since surgery. This past month has been fantastic, as far as not getting sick and being able to eat just about anything I want. Small portions of course, but I haven't had any problems. It's almost like be careful what you wish for, because I now understand how and why people can gain their weight back. It's still early in the game for me, but it's already getting so much easier to eat more at a time, and more of a variety...which could be very dangerous. I am now responsible for my own choices again...which is what got me into trouble in the first place. The past 6 months I was so limited to just a few foods and the volume was so miniscule...I really could not screw up if I tried. But now, I really have to stay on top of what I am taking in, and step up my exercise to maintain my loss, and hopefully lose another 20 pounds or so.
I am not doing a very good job of this today...so far I have had 3 bites of a bagel with cream cheese and 2 cups of coffee. BAD! I got up at 5am to come into work for ice storm coverage...but there really isn't much to do so I am catching up on stuff. I was able to do my xmas cards and change the ring tone on my cell phone to my new fave Beyonce song...so I am being very productive! HAHA! But I have been doing well overall...it's only noon so I'll get back on track today. I am already chugging down my crystal lite and I'll have some protein apps at Pam's party later today.
I only wish I could have one of those yummy holiday martinis they are famous for, but prob not a good idea with all the sugary juice and syrups they use in them.
I have been having lots of egg salad, deviled eggs, grilled chicken over greek salads and I even tried steak for the first time with no problem. I had to laugh though, I bought these 4 oz filet mignons from Omaha Steaks and the guys tried to talk me out of it because he said they are way too small and I should buy the bigger ones. I didnt feel like explaining why they were perfect for me- I just said I was going to use them for apps! Anyway I made one on the grill and I was nervous so I ate about a third of it, then the next day I was able to eat 2 more meals with left overs! I had some over salad for lunch, and then for dinner I made it into a little steak and cheese mini tortilla wrap. So the 40z steak that was too small gave me 3 meals! I remember going to Capital Grill and ordering the biggest steak on the menu- prob 14 ozs and eating the whole thing along with salad, bread, mashed potatoes and even dessert. That boggles my mind now! The best thing about this surgery is you can still have your cake and eat it too. I can have a taste of the things I love but a taste is enough.
I made a batch of eggface's eggnog protein icecream- yummy and tried the most amazing shake recipe from eggface for a peppermint mocha protein shake made with Click. Man it was incredible- better than Starbucks for sure. I dont know what I would do without my eggface...she is my hero. Even if you are not post op she has some awesome low carb/sugar recipes that anyone could benefit from...so check it out!
theworldaccordingtoeggface.com
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