Well, 3 months have gone by and I have lost over 4st in weight! I have still got a way to go but I definitely feel a difference now, and the impact on my confidence has been huge.
I am proud to say I have not been sick once, somehow managing not to overeat as I realised very soon after the surgery that I could remember the early warning signs of starting to get full from the first time round! And I could also remember how much I hated being sick if I overdid it.
I am still walking a lot, and do persuade myself to go on the treadmill sometimes, as I am half-heartedly doing a couch to 5k programme. It is difficult though because of the rollercoaster I am on with my depression, as the majority of the time I have barely got the motivation to get up from my chair let alone do any running! I have also just ordered some swimming costumes, my body is still very wobbly but I love swimming so going to clench my teeth and put up with the stares.
So what have I being doing with my new found confidence? When I'm having a good day, I am now able to go out by myself. I am not embarrassed to be seen buying food related items anymore. I have applied to do a postgraduate course. And I have been doing lots of writing . . Exciting news to follow in that respect!
Food-wise, I can now eat the majority of foods, albeit in very small portions. Chicken is ok although I do still only have it with a sauce and cooked very tender. I havn't tried bread yet, but toast is fine. And I do most to stick to a much healthier diet than before, with plenty of protein.
I am so pleased with the results so far, I am really glad I decided to have the revision procedure!
