It's Christmas Eve! Over 2000 years ago in a far off land on a cold Winter's night we were given the greatest gift of all! It didn't come to us wrapped up with a pretty bow under a tree. We didn't need a gift receipt in case it didn't fit. No batteries or cables needed to make it work. It was the greatest gift the world has ever known, sent in the image of a sweet little baby. And the world has never been the same ever since.
Sometimes we tend to forget what Christmas is all about. It's not about presents, it's about presence. Be present in the lives of those you love...and in the lives of those you don't even know. Let them know that you represent the "reason for the season". Do something kind for someone and expect nothing in return for it. Help someone out. Lend a hand. Say a prayer. If we all followed the command to "Love thy neighbor as thyself", we would have no war and no strife. So let's try to do that one day at a time, one person at a time.
Wishing everyone a Merry CHRISTmas and a very peace-filled and healthy New Year to come.
* Watch for my year in review coming up!
Friday, December 24, 2010
Monday, December 20, 2010
Two Year Surgiversary
Yesterday (December 19) marked the two year "surgiversary" of my RNY. Yes, just two years ago I was under the knife and feeling like this was a big mistake! My first few days after surgery were not good. I had lots of pain and lots of (in my eyes) unexplained issues. Spent an extra night in the hospital, which didn't make me happy. Not to mention the fact that I was released just two days before Christmas. That year all I could do was smell the delicious foods my family created for our big festivities. I also wore out easily and didn't stay as long as I'd like to.
Flash forward two years: I am moving about a lot easier, able to exercise and able to eat most anything I want (except the dreaded "real" ice cream and cheesecake). This is both good and bad. I am able to exercise, but still need to make myself DO IT. I am able to eat most anything, but still need the willpower to say NO to things I know I shouldn't. And I have to admit, I am having problems in both areas.
I have gained a little over 10 pounds this Fall. A trend I am not happy about. I don't want to place blame, but I think it's a combination of boredom and stress. Still no job on the horizon for me, so I will most likely be going back to school in January. While it is a great opportunity, I am concerned that I won't be able to keep up with the 4 classes I've signed up for - along with homework. In order to meet the school demands, I have had to reduce my volunteer work. Volunteering is something that brings me joy and gives my life meaning. I worry about what dropping it will do for my well being.
All that being said, the decision to have surgery was one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life. I do not regret it one bit. I just need to get myself back to the good mental place that I was a couple years ago. I need to remember the good habits that helped me lose the weight so that I can keep it off (and hopefully lose more). I need to remember that I am worth it and the hard work is worth it. So going to give myself a swift kick in the butt and restart this machine!
Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy new year!
Flash forward two years: I am moving about a lot easier, able to exercise and able to eat most anything I want (except the dreaded "real" ice cream and cheesecake). This is both good and bad. I am able to exercise, but still need to make myself DO IT. I am able to eat most anything, but still need the willpower to say NO to things I know I shouldn't. And I have to admit, I am having problems in both areas.
I have gained a little over 10 pounds this Fall. A trend I am not happy about. I don't want to place blame, but I think it's a combination of boredom and stress. Still no job on the horizon for me, so I will most likely be going back to school in January. While it is a great opportunity, I am concerned that I won't be able to keep up with the 4 classes I've signed up for - along with homework. In order to meet the school demands, I have had to reduce my volunteer work. Volunteering is something that brings me joy and gives my life meaning. I worry about what dropping it will do for my well being.
All that being said, the decision to have surgery was one of the best decisions I have ever made in my life. I do not regret it one bit. I just need to get myself back to the good mental place that I was a couple years ago. I need to remember the good habits that helped me lose the weight so that I can keep it off (and hopefully lose more). I need to remember that I am worth it and the hard work is worth it. So going to give myself a swift kick in the butt and restart this machine!
Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy new year!
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Great Recipes and Ideas (and contest)
I have followed the blog site "The World According To Eggface" since I first had my surgery done almost 2 years ago. Shelly owns the site and she is a great cook and offers many weight loss surgery friendly recipes and ideas that even non-weight loss surgery folks like. Most of them contain protein powder which everyone could use.
And now she is having a contest and giving away 5 bottles of sugar free Torani syrup! Just go to the link below and find the contest, leave a comment with your email address and you're included in the drawing. You must enter by Sunday night. But even if you don't want to enter, look at some of the nummy recipes she has (there are lists on the left hand side of the site). And enjoy!
http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/
And now she is having a contest and giving away 5 bottles of sugar free Torani syrup! Just go to the link below and find the contest, leave a comment with your email address and you're included in the drawing. You must enter by Sunday night. But even if you don't want to enter, look at some of the nummy recipes she has (there are lists on the left hand side of the site). And enjoy!
http://theworldaccordingtoeggface.blogspot.com/
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