Hello everyone! I’m sorry it has been a few days since I’ve posted, but I’ve been feeling much better and not sitting on my derriere at home as much! Monday, I started to come alive but was quite tired by the end of the day. I was also having my own personal pity party, feeling “hungry” and lonely and all of that. However, friends stepped in and saved me from myself and by Tuesday, I was a new person! I woke up and suddenly, I didn’t feel pain any more! Now, I still am tender if I bump the belly or turn over in bed too quickly, but I can walk well with a tiny little vigor to my step and can go up and down the stairs in my house without problem. Today was even better and I even took my daughter shopping for a couple of hours. It was fun to imagine myself in all the cute little tops and stuff by next summer. Heck, maybe even part of this summer!
I still get tired easily and after walking for about two hours, I had to lie down for about an hour, but that’s okay. I decided to return to work on the 21st, as long as the doctor’s say it’s okay. My job is pretty low key, so I don’t have to do a lot of walking, which is nice for something like this.
I am still struggling with the protein because I am the type of person that when I eat (or drink) something that I don’t like, I gag and will vomit. So, although the IsoPure shake mix is tolerable, drinking it on a daily basis is gagging me now. And, it’s the only one I have found that I can stand, so I don’t know what to do. I tried mixing it with a little coffee today and that didn’t help. And, by the way, you cannot mix it with HOT water - it will turn to a cup of rubber…ugh!! lol I am also still mentally dealing with the “head hunger”. I am a bit hungry, as surviving on liquids for 11 days now is trying, to say the least. I was craving KFC and even dreamt about it! lol…Although I have not officially been approved to go onto the pureed portion of the diet, I went ahead and had some healthy choice cream of chicken soup for lunch (2 tablespoons) and then I had a small bit of Taco Bell beans & cheese for dinner and I kept it down without problem and it was heavenly! I even took a little nibble (we’re talking miniscule - like the size of a pea) of Brittany’s chicken sandwich today (just the white meat) to help with the cravings and that helped so much. I’ve heard some people say they will bite into something, chew it for the flavor and then spit it out. Don’t think I’m strong enough to do that….if it goes in the mouth, it ain’t coming back out unless the stomach causes it to. So, I am pleased that I am not having any repurcussions from the little bits of food I have been having. I’ve read many stories where people are eating food 3-4 days post-op. That’s crazy to me! My doctor would kick my butt if i did that!
Well, just wanted to give everyone an update. I am doing well and feeling more optimistic. I am going to Lake Tahoe this weekend for a wedding and I hope that I will not feel like I am missing out on anything by not being able to drink, eat or dance. I am looking forward to a night away from home with just the hubby, as it’s been awhile since we’ve done that.
Til next time!!
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Hi Cyndie:
ReplyDeleteI know this isn't easy. My sister had the surgery a year ago and struggled at first. But once the pounds starting melting away she missed food less and less. She has maintained a 100 pound weight loss and looks and feels great. She eats whatever she wants in small portions (yes, you can have KFC at some point!).
I am excited to watch your progress/success.
You are already pretty, now you will feel it too!!
Hi Cyndie;
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to let you know we are thinking of you. I know you have more strength then you are giving yourself credit for. If you can sit at all Lou and Brittany's games you can do this. Keep in touch since Brian won't be playing baseball this year, I love to hear from you. Jeannie