Well, it has been 5 1/2 weeks since my Gastric Bypass surgery. There's been lots of up and downs. I am seeing myself in a new light and my family also. I know that in every season of our lives there are changes that we are to go through in order to move onto the next one. God is so good. I know that it is a time for me to slow back down, listen to Him, and prepare for some great NEW things! Time to say farewell to some things and hello to some others. But, physically, we've had some kinds of week. It began with trying new things fish, potatoes, and yogurt. I am now back to clear liquids after some complications beginning on Tuesday evening. I really am believing and praying for some healing and that my opening will stay open. You know in all things God teaches us things. We may complain about fasting, not believing we can do it...well, I believe that will look different for me know. Knowing I can do it now, will not be a good excuse come January.
My family is also learning and growing....watching and seeing more of them has taught me alot also. What a mighty God we serve.
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This blog is a way for me to share all the joys and trials of my journey to be a more fit me! Come along for the ride!
Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy. Pslam126:5
Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy. Pslam126:5
Friday, October 22, 2010
Monday, October 18, 2010
Almost 5 weeks
Well.....what a road we travel! Mine has had some bumps in it I truly didn't expect! Last Tuesday I ended up having to have my opening to my "new stomach" or "pouch" stretched. It was reportedly only a fourth of what it should be! Oh, boy, I was beginning to think that the remainder of my life would be spent hearing everything that I ate or drank gurgling! Oh yes, like it was bubbling back up to visit! I spent quit a lot of the week and a half prior to the procedure in pain and discomfort. Everything I ate, except Jello or Popsicles, caused pain or came back up! Not so much fun!
You know though, I have come to see side of my own emotions and behavior I wasn't aware of in myself. I realized I had been on a liquid diet for 5 weeks, that beats the 21 days we fast in January we all fuss a bit about. I am so grateful God showed me that side of myself. I enjoy food, but know that He has the time and season for me.
I am very grateful that God sent my surgeon into my life! He has stood by me through the entire process. Calling me every day or so to see if "I am being a good girl or not"! I am honored to even know him but to know he's my doc is great! Appreciate all the TLC! Knowing he cares for each of his patients like he has myself, what a blessing!
This weekend we celebrated 18 years of marriage....what an amazing thing! We have been looking forward to this weekend for quite a while...at least I was able to eat...something! Did have Broccoli Cheddar soup at IHOP after seeing RED! It was fun! (had to sneak an applesauce into the movies, no popcorn just yet!) We also went to St. Johns Seafood for lunch on our anniversary...ATE ME SOME FISH! It was our unified goal, doc, Sterling and mine. Praise God it came true! Love the Lord!
We are down to 227.
You know though, I have come to see side of my own emotions and behavior I wasn't aware of in myself. I realized I had been on a liquid diet for 5 weeks, that beats the 21 days we fast in January we all fuss a bit about. I am so grateful God showed me that side of myself. I enjoy food, but know that He has the time and season for me.
I am very grateful that God sent my surgeon into my life! He has stood by me through the entire process. Calling me every day or so to see if "I am being a good girl or not"! I am honored to even know him but to know he's my doc is great! Appreciate all the TLC! Knowing he cares for each of his patients like he has myself, what a blessing!
This weekend we celebrated 18 years of marriage....what an amazing thing! We have been looking forward to this weekend for quite a while...at least I was able to eat...something! Did have Broccoli Cheddar soup at IHOP after seeing RED! It was fun! (had to sneak an applesauce into the movies, no popcorn just yet!) We also went to St. Johns Seafood for lunch on our anniversary...ATE ME SOME FISH! It was our unified goal, doc, Sterling and mine. Praise God it came true! Love the Lord!
We are down to 227.
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