My Progress

I started this blog in March 2010 when I found out I was approved to move forward with Lap-Band surgery. I've always fancied myself a "writer" though I hate the pretension that usually comes along with that label. I've also never managed to keep a steady journal, blog, or website going for more than a few months (instead I've started many over the years and they've fizzled out.) But here you go, my latest attempt, and because it's an issue that's so important, I've really tried to keep up with it on a regular basis.

If you're interested in reading the whole story from the beginning, you should scroll down and start with the earliest posts, moving forward. Yes, I know you know how a blog works but my grandmother might visit this website too, you know!

I chose "Results Not Typical" because that's always the disclaimer you see on commercials for weight loss products and services. Well, I've never been typical in any sense of the word, so I'm hoping this time around is no different. I told myself when I started that I was going to excel at this (as I do with most things I put my mind to) and I'm happy to report that I already have. 15 months after my surgery, I am down 95 lbs. I truly cannot believe it, nor can I believe (or could I have imagined) the differences in my life.

I welcome comments by email or left here and hope to offer support to others.


Wednesday, March 24, 2010

I can haz bike

Yesterday, 6 days post-op, I hopped on my bike and went for a spin around the neighborhood. It felt amazing and most of all, didn't hurt at all. I am trying to decide if today I'd rather take my dog or my bike down to the park. I'm thinking the bike, sadly, even though the dog would love it too. Maybe I'll do the bike and then come home and get the dog and take him to a different park. It's just such a gorgeous day outside and I feel completely bummed to be sitting behind the computer. And it's not like I have to be. I've been catching up on some email and paper work and paying bills and stuff like that but I'm ready to shower, dress, and get out of here!
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2 comments:

  1. Wendy BlackheartMarch 25, 2010 at 9:10 PM

    Holy shit, you are one badass motherfucker. I was weak like a kitten after my surgery, and on the 6th day, I made a pathetic trip to michael craft store to find a craft I could do while standing, since i couldn't sit.

    Go you!

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  2. AnonymousMarch 26, 2010 at 6:14 AM

    Ellen I think you are fabulous. You are beautiful on the inside and out and I sincerely hope you find that zen you are looking for. Hope to catch up to you soon!

    Hugs,

    Vicki Mantelero

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