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.


Thursday, March 17, 2011

Obligatory 1 year post

Today is my 1 year anniversary of being banded. This time a year ago I was in the hospital and would have given my right arm for a drink of water. I don't have too much to say today but I feel like I should say something. I mean, it's been one year. I'll have to reflect on what this means.

By the numbers it's simple...

365 days
8 inches from my waist
95 lbs
Size 22/24 clothing to 10/12

I've also gained a lot non-numerically...
First 5K run
Success at rock climbing
Huge improvements in my horseback riding
So much more stamina and endurance than I realized I had
Finding strength to do really hard things
Learning to ask for help from friends and family (still not very good at it)
Learning to celebrate my successes
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