It has been a hectic week but everything is going really well. I am now down 21 lbs and it feels terrific!!
On Tuesday I had my post-op follow up appointment and met with the nutritionist. They said I am doing great and put me on "soft solids". To be honest I am still kind of scared and more comfortable with my mushies! I know I need to move on and try and so I will. Yesterday I was also in NYC in the afternoon and I didn't want to chance it so I had pureed vegetable soup for lunch. By the time I took the train home at 8:00 pm I was STARVING. When I got off the train I met my two best girlfriends who were out to dinner at a restaurant nearby. It was one of those brick oven Italian places and I was able to order a side of meatballs with some extra sauce in case they were dry. They were so delicious! Really soft and moist. I had 1 1/2 and then had to stop. Now typically when I would go to this restaurant I would have pizza, cheese, fried calamari, pasta -and 2 glasses of wine. Italian food is definitely my favorite. The check would be about $50. Last night had my meatballs and was satisfied - I didn't even need the wine - and my check was $5.30! How amazing is that??? It felt really good to go out to a place that I went to prior to surgery and be able to eat something tasty. . . and cheap!
On the exercise front - I did 1.75 miles on the treadmill on Monday, missed Tuesday because in NYC most of the day, did 1.5 miles yesterday morning before I started working - totally one of the benefits from working from home. In fact I am going to sneak in today's walk shortly. . .
I am going to try having some scrambled eggs with cheese for lunch. I have really been focusing on my protein intake and not having anything that doesn't supply some protein. Except for my SF jello and pudding snack that I have at night.
I know I need to drink more water and will focus on that. On Monday I have my semi-annual management meetings in Bermuda and am hoping to be down another 4 lbs. I know a lot to ask and will be tough but would be great. 2 more lbs would be nice too. Am I getting greedy :)
Have a great day!
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Monday, January 3, 2011
Two Week Bandiversary
Okay - I know it must be annoying to some of you who don't like the word Bandiversary so I promise from now on I will only do 1 month, 3 month, 6 month, 1 year, etc. :)
Just so hard to believe it was only 2 weeks ago tonight that I had my surgery.
I am feeling really good :)
Still on mushies and eating mostly chili, soup and protein shakes. I did make some egg salad with low fat mayo which was great and tomorrow I might try chicken salad. To get more protein I have been adding pureed chicken to my chili and soups.
Tomorrow I have my first follow up with the doctor and the nutritionist - and a WEIGH IN! From my highest I am down about 19 lbs but I had lost about 5 before my first visit to the doctor right around Thanksgiving.
I do feel like I could eat more than I am so sheer willpower is what is driving me right now. I look forward to the fills and seeing what real restriction is like.
I have been great about exercising and walked for 1.5 miles on the treadmill today. Tomorrow I have to go to NYC to the doctor and then I have another appointment. Also want to visit a friend who is 26 weeks pregnant with twins and was just hospitalized and put on bed rest. I don't know anymore details but am praying she is okay. Something about her cervix being shorter than it should be at this stage.
I am really feeling so good and know that as the year progresses I am going to just feel better and better. I already have more energy and it is easier to get up in the morning. I can't wait to start fitting into some old clothes.
Until tomorrow. . .
Just so hard to believe it was only 2 weeks ago tonight that I had my surgery.
I am feeling really good :)
Still on mushies and eating mostly chili, soup and protein shakes. I did make some egg salad with low fat mayo which was great and tomorrow I might try chicken salad. To get more protein I have been adding pureed chicken to my chili and soups.
Tomorrow I have my first follow up with the doctor and the nutritionist - and a WEIGH IN! From my highest I am down about 19 lbs but I had lost about 5 before my first visit to the doctor right around Thanksgiving.
I do feel like I could eat more than I am so sheer willpower is what is driving me right now. I look forward to the fills and seeing what real restriction is like.
I have been great about exercising and walked for 1.5 miles on the treadmill today. Tomorrow I have to go to NYC to the doctor and then I have another appointment. Also want to visit a friend who is 26 weeks pregnant with twins and was just hospitalized and put on bed rest. I don't know anymore details but am praying she is okay. Something about her cervix being shorter than it should be at this stage.
I am really feeling so good and know that as the year progresses I am going to just feel better and better. I already have more energy and it is easier to get up in the morning. I can't wait to start fitting into some old clothes.
Until tomorrow. . .
Sunday, January 2, 2011
New Year's Eve Pictures
Me and two of my boys
I am learning how to post pictures and will get some good "before" ones up!
I am learning how to post pictures and will get some good "before" ones up!
I gotta feeling. . .
2011 is going to be a great year!!
My word is hopeful and I actually feel in control of my weight destiny. We had a great New Year's Eve - hibatchi with friends and kids and then went to see the fireworks display in our town which was really amazing. I was fine just having soup and tea and didn't even miss drinking. Our bill was so much cheaper too. Saving money on dining and drinking is going to be a huge plus of the band!
On New Year's Day we just relaxed. I have been diligent about my walking on the treadmill - yesterday walked 2 miles in 46 minutes but I do think I overdid it a bit b/c I had a mild cramp in my side all day and was freaking I did something to my stitches. Today it is fine though. My surgeon's instructions are to walk 30 minutes a day as long as you are comfortable. I think I better stick to the 30 minutes for now.
We went out for brunch yesterday and I thought the place we went to would have chili but they didn't so I just sipped water. I don't know where this amazing will power is coming from and I am praying that it lasts.
So still having my craving for chili - I picked up some Wendy's chili for dinner - pureed it with some low fat cheese and it was delicious! I also pureed a piece of baked potato with broccoli and just a bit of low fat sour cream to keep it most. I was very full but a really satisfying pureed dinner.
Looking forward to my first doctor appointment on Tuesday and official weigh in at the office. And tomorrow it is back to work. Have a great day!
My word is hopeful and I actually feel in control of my weight destiny. We had a great New Year's Eve - hibatchi with friends and kids and then went to see the fireworks display in our town which was really amazing. I was fine just having soup and tea and didn't even miss drinking. Our bill was so much cheaper too. Saving money on dining and drinking is going to be a huge plus of the band!
On New Year's Day we just relaxed. I have been diligent about my walking on the treadmill - yesterday walked 2 miles in 46 minutes but I do think I overdid it a bit b/c I had a mild cramp in my side all day and was freaking I did something to my stitches. Today it is fine though. My surgeon's instructions are to walk 30 minutes a day as long as you are comfortable. I think I better stick to the 30 minutes for now.
We went out for brunch yesterday and I thought the place we went to would have chili but they didn't so I just sipped water. I don't know where this amazing will power is coming from and I am praying that it lasts.
So still having my craving for chili - I picked up some Wendy's chili for dinner - pureed it with some low fat cheese and it was delicious! I also pureed a piece of baked potato with broccoli and just a bit of low fat sour cream to keep it most. I was very full but a really satisfying pureed dinner.
Looking forward to my first doctor appointment on Tuesday and official weigh in at the office. And tomorrow it is back to work. Have a great day!
Friday, December 31, 2010
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
Quick note wishing all of you a Very Happy New Year with only good things in 2011!
Had a good day food-wise but am getting hungry! I guess my stomach is healing and not as swollen around the band.
7:00 am Protein shake
10:30 am Pureed cottage cheese with pinapple
12:30 pm Tomato soup
1:30 pm Egg salad
Did 1.75 miles on the treadmill :)
Going to have a small meal before we leave for Hibatchi since I can only have miso soup. Should be fun if all the kids somewhat behave. I invited 2 of my au pairs friends so that should keep them occupied - the pretty Swedish and one Icelandic girl.
I am absolutely going to miss having some drinks tonight but it will feel good to know I have the discipline.
So Cheers to all - here's to all of our dreams and wishing coming true!
xoxo Susan
Had a good day food-wise but am getting hungry! I guess my stomach is healing and not as swollen around the band.
7:00 am Protein shake
10:30 am Pureed cottage cheese with pinapple
12:30 pm Tomato soup
1:30 pm Egg salad
Did 1.75 miles on the treadmill :)
Going to have a small meal before we leave for Hibatchi since I can only have miso soup. Should be fun if all the kids somewhat behave. I invited 2 of my au pairs friends so that should keep them occupied - the pretty Swedish and one Icelandic girl.
I am absolutely going to miss having some drinks tonight but it will feel good to know I have the discipline.
So Cheers to all - here's to all of our dreams and wishing coming true!
xoxo Susan
Thursday, December 30, 2010
My first "workout" post surgery to a great motivating song "Let's Get Loud"
I did it! I got my butt on the treadmill and walked 1.5 miles. My favorite motivating song is Jennifer Lopez's "Let's Get Loud" and I copied the lyrics and bolded the best parts that get me going. I could have gone to 2 miles but was trying to keep it slow and didn't want to overdo it. Ladies - download this song to your ipods - it is a great one!
"Let's Get Loud"
[Chorus:]
Let's get loud, let's get loud
Turn the music up, let's do it
C'mon people let's get loud
Let's get loud
Turn the music up to hear that sound
Let's get loud, let's get loud
Ain't nobody gotta tell ya
What you gotta do
If you wanna live your life
Live it all the way and don't you waste it
Every feelin' every beat
Can be so very sweet you gotta taste it
You gotta do it, you gotta do it your way
You gotta prove it
You gotta mean what you say
Life's a party, make it hot
Dance don't ever stop, whatever rhythm
Every minute, every day
Take them all the way you gotta live 'em ('cause I'm going to live my life)
You gotta do it, you gotta do it your way
You gotta prove it
You gotta mean what you say
You gotta do it, you gotta do it your way
You gotta prove it
You gotta mean what you say [Chorus:]
Let's get loud, let's get loud
Turn the music up to hear that sound
Let's get loud, let's get loud
Ain't nobody gotta tell you
What you gotta do
[Break]
Life is meant to be big fun
You're not hurtin' anyone
Nobody loses
Let the music make you free
Be what you wanna be
Make no excuses
You gotta do it, you gotta do it your way
To gotta prove it
You gotta mean what you say
You gotta do it, you gotta do it your way
You gotta prove it
You gotta mean what you say