Monday

Monday, Monday, rainy Monday.  We should see a lot of green grass and flowers with all of the rain and the snow we have had this year.  I had a good weekend with Lisa, Grace and Lily...yesterday was the best I have felt since this all started 2 weeks ago.  My pain has gone down and little by little I am feeling better, physically.  Mentally, well, feeling better...trying to take things slow and really think.  I see Dr. Minkin later this morning, and I will suggest that he recommends a little more attention be paid to the mental aspect of this life changing tool, and perhaps potential surgery patients could see a therapist a few times prior to surgery, and after.  I went in to this with a very positive attitude, and if I am struggling, I cannot imagine what it might be like for someone who did not have a positive attitude, nor know much about health and nutrition...I feel like I had an advantage with my general healthcare knowledge, and my wellness and nutrition background.  Even with that, there has definitely been some unforeseen challenges.  And I am not the only one involved.  This affects my partner Lisa, and the kids too, when they want to go out for pizza, for example, and we can't because mom can only have soup.  Kids don't understand.  As much as I try to explain, they forget 5 minutes later :)  So, it was an adjustment this weekend.  But only temporary.  Lisa has been very thoughtful and understanding, and supportive.  The kids managed and we all compromised this weekend.  Each week that goes by, I will be able to gradually expand my variety of food intake.  By the end of May, I will be able to eat pretty much what I want, in small amounts of course, but will not be so limited if the kids want to go for pizza...I will just eat very little.  Gee, I would be a cheap date huh?  It is funny to think about, but really, what I used to eat in one sitting can now provide many meals for me.  That is quite an eye opener.  Well, our food budget should go down LOL.  I am down 15.5 lbs in 2 weeks.  I know that will slow down now, but should get going again as I am able to add exercise.  I miss exercising.  Never thought I would!  I can't wait to start working with my trainer again.  And get out walking and running.  I look forward to buying new running shoes.  That makes me feel happy.

Peace and health,
Melissa