Just got back from the doctor and am happy to report a 14 lb loss since surgery. They said I can eat starting today (pureed diet), go back to work and start my vitamins in the morning. The blood pressure issue is a little more complicated but I will watch it and when it gets to a certain point (probably later today) will take half my regular meds and continue that for a while unless it goes way down again.
I am currently nibbling the pork roast (1 oz) I pureed and froze last week mixed with 1oz babyfood green beans to keep it smooth. delightful! Later I get a protein shake and then dinner. Think I'll try to poach some chicken breast in broth and puree that. Should have enough to freeze up for another day. I'll have a bit of cottage cheese with that. I know, I'm fixating but its been 8 days since I ate!!
The PA said that given my weight and build she expects me to be at goal by October!
I cried!! It is just so much more than I could have hoped for. Are my spirits up? You betcha!!! No gym till the 1 month mark but I am to walk and stretch every day. Any one want to walk in the mornings?
God has been so good to me through all this and I can't thank him enough for getting all the approvals done in a timely manner. At times it was frustrating but I didn't give up!
Well off to wash my little dish!
Cami - I wish I were still in Modesto - I would go walking with you in a heartbeat! Hopefully you will find someone though. One thing I did was register for local 5K walks and 1 mile walks - you pay your fee, show up, get a free t shirt - meet some nice people - its especially fun if you can find soneone to do it with you. Keep up the good work Cami!
ReplyDeleteHey Cami!
ReplyDeleteI too wish I was in Modesto to walk with you. I so want to start walking again..that is how I lost over 60 lbs a few years back. Since I quit smoking in July of 09 I've gained it all back and really would like to get back into the swing of Weight Watchers and walking again.
Best of luck on your journey and I will check in to see your progress.
God Bless!
Sue Mclean
PS..it says Velma cuz I'm staying with my step mom for awhile since my Dad passed the 25th, she needs someone here with her.