I was talking to my fiance over Christmas about my weight loss and how much difference it has made.
We were both stunned when we worked out that I have lost 25% of my original body weight - how amazing is that?! I'm three-quarters the woman I used to be.
As per my previous post, it hasn't always been easy but I'm so glad to be where I am now and delighted to still be losing.
Monday, December 27, 2010
Difficult Christmas but good result!
Well, it has been an interesting if somewhat difficult Christmas!
Nothing major! I had my works Christmas do on Thursday 23rd (postponed from 17th due to the snow!). Bertie was ghastly. It was in a very posh hotel in Cardiff. I struggled with the soup for starter and then disaster struck with the turkey. I must have got about 6 or 8 mouthfuls down and then it got stuck and it was extremely uncomfortable until it came back up in my napkin. I was mortified (once again!).
He's been impossible since. I could hardly eat much on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day and even yesterday was difficult. Consequently, I am feeling hungry but pleased to report I am a further three pounds lighter since Thursday! Always a silver lining.
I don't think it helps that I still have the nasty virus that is going around. I keep thinking it's cleared up and then it comes back. I've got a chesty cough which I think is irritating Bertie even more.
Whoever thinks this is an easy option has no idea - you don't get a day off. I'm seriously considering having a de-fill if this doesn't improve within the next few days. Either way, I will also speak to the nurse about whether I need to have a de-fill before the wedding/ honeymoon as I'm not going to have them spoilt by Bertie.
On the bright side, we had a lovely Christmas with the families and I am sitting here wearing a pinafore dress that I haven't worn for about 10 years. So, much as he has been ghastly, I do love Bertie really!
Nothing major! I had my works Christmas do on Thursday 23rd (postponed from 17th due to the snow!). Bertie was ghastly. It was in a very posh hotel in Cardiff. I struggled with the soup for starter and then disaster struck with the turkey. I must have got about 6 or 8 mouthfuls down and then it got stuck and it was extremely uncomfortable until it came back up in my napkin. I was mortified (once again!).
He's been impossible since. I could hardly eat much on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day and even yesterday was difficult. Consequently, I am feeling hungry but pleased to report I am a further three pounds lighter since Thursday! Always a silver lining.
I don't think it helps that I still have the nasty virus that is going around. I keep thinking it's cleared up and then it comes back. I've got a chesty cough which I think is irritating Bertie even more.
Whoever thinks this is an easy option has no idea - you don't get a day off. I'm seriously considering having a de-fill if this doesn't improve within the next few days. Either way, I will also speak to the nurse about whether I need to have a de-fill before the wedding/ honeymoon as I'm not going to have them spoilt by Bertie.
On the bright side, we had a lovely Christmas with the families and I am sitting here wearing a pinafore dress that I haven't worn for about 10 years. So, much as he has been ghastly, I do love Bertie really!
Friday, December 10, 2010
Note to self ...
... large slices of lemon drizzle cake and gastric bands do not make for a comfortable afternoon!!!
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Getting excited!!
It's been a very wedding orientated few weeks! Since I last blogged we have chosen and ordered our invitations, bought our wedding rings, ordered the mens suits, been for a taster evening at the venue and my dress has arrived in the bridal shop.
I am going to try my dress on this Saturday. It won't be a fitting appointment, just to see it and try it on. It will just be me and my mum which is nice!
My weight is staying under 13stone, it has even gone down a little bit more. I bought my first pair of work trousers for over 10 years last week. I needed to keep warm!! I had to get a size 18 to be sure that they fitted my legs. They fit my thighs fine but are massive on the waist, they are like a pair of maternity trousers!
Last time I blogged, I had just had a spray tan for an evening out. We had an amazing night and I felt fantastic in my dress. My fiance told me that he felt emotional when he saw me all dressed up! I dread to think what he will be like at the wedding!! I will try to upload some photos soon.
I am going to try my dress on this Saturday. It won't be a fitting appointment, just to see it and try it on. It will just be me and my mum which is nice!
My weight is staying under 13stone, it has even gone down a little bit more. I bought my first pair of work trousers for over 10 years last week. I needed to keep warm!! I had to get a size 18 to be sure that they fitted my legs. They fit my thighs fine but are massive on the waist, they are like a pair of maternity trousers!
Last time I blogged, I had just had a spray tan for an evening out. We had an amazing night and I felt fantastic in my dress. My fiance told me that he felt emotional when he saw me all dressed up! I dread to think what he will be like at the wedding!! I will try to upload some photos soon.
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Browned off!!
Hehe - I'm sitting here looking rather orange (well not too bad really!!) I had a spray tan last night for the first time in my life! It is all to make me look better in my evening dress on Saturday. I had to strip down to my pants for the spraying and it made me realise how much more comfortable I am in my own skin these days, I would not have had the confidence to do that prior to Bertie.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Want to see the difference?
Here are two photos of my face which clearly show the difference in me! The first one was taken in March 2007 which is about 16 months before my band - I put more weight on in that time. The second one was taken in July of this year.
Yes, I am happy!!!
Hmmm
Well, my pessimistic side has been expecting the weight to tip back up over that 13 stone mark - just couldn't believe I'd got there - but no, it has steadfastly stayed below for three days now, whohoo!!! This is good news as my wedding dress will probably arrive in the shop within the next few weeks - need to be able to get into it!!
Work seems to be settling down a bit now, I'm feeling happier and not so 'up and down'. I'm sure it's because I am getting my head around the muddles!!
My Dad has practically sailed through his operation. He came home a day early and is walking really well. I'm so glad that it is all behind him and he can just concentrate on being able to walk me down the aisle pain and limp free!
Wedding plans are getting exciting! We think we've picked our invitations, just waiting to receive the sample through before we order.
The best news, though, is that my brother has booked his flights home - Yay and double yay!!! I'm so excited as I haven't seen him or his family for almost five years (I spent Christmas 2005 with them - they live in Australia). My nephew was only 10 and my niece was 8 so they have grown so much since then. I think my brother is quite excited too, which is not really like him!!
I think they are going to see a massive difference in me. I was at least 3 stone heavier when he last saw me and he doesn't know anything about Bertie.
I really can't tell you how happy I am that I had my band. Don't get me wrong, it isn't an easy option (sometimes it can be really frustrating) but I don't count calories or points or anything anymore and the weight is coming off slowly but surely. I look well, my walking is much improved and I can wear much nicer clothes (back in jeans after goodness knows how many years).
Everyone is different and it might not be the option for you. However, personally speaking, it was the right decision for me and money well spent!
Work seems to be settling down a bit now, I'm feeling happier and not so 'up and down'. I'm sure it's because I am getting my head around the muddles!!
My Dad has practically sailed through his operation. He came home a day early and is walking really well. I'm so glad that it is all behind him and he can just concentrate on being able to walk me down the aisle pain and limp free!
Wedding plans are getting exciting! We think we've picked our invitations, just waiting to receive the sample through before we order.
The best news, though, is that my brother has booked his flights home - Yay and double yay!!! I'm so excited as I haven't seen him or his family for almost five years (I spent Christmas 2005 with them - they live in Australia). My nephew was only 10 and my niece was 8 so they have grown so much since then. I think my brother is quite excited too, which is not really like him!!
I think they are going to see a massive difference in me. I was at least 3 stone heavier when he last saw me and he doesn't know anything about Bertie.
I really can't tell you how happy I am that I had my band. Don't get me wrong, it isn't an easy option (sometimes it can be really frustrating) but I don't count calories or points or anything anymore and the weight is coming off slowly but surely. I look well, my walking is much improved and I can wear much nicer clothes (back in jeans after goodness knows how many years).
Everyone is different and it might not be the option for you. However, personally speaking, it was the right decision for me and money well spent!
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