bettysmith1971

Well, it has certainly been a productive 7 days. My surgery was July 28 and went very well. Of course, I did have issues upon waking up, typical me and anesthesia; we just don’t mix. The day of my surgery is a blur. I mean, as far as I know, the day never happened. Except, I have these incisions on my belly and I felt sicker than a dog, but I remember very little about that day. Coming out of the haze I realized the support system that I have. My husband and my best friend never left my side;...

July 26, 2011

Day 2 of the liquid diet and today was much easier. While I am still hungry and craving solid foods, my emotional and psychological mind frame is different today, I am stronger. I think that by writing down my thoughts and feelings and then sharing them with my loved one was the best thing for me. I feel as if a weight has been lifted off me. I do not think I will write on a daily basis, but would like to do it at least once a week. On a daily basis, I will take...

July 25, 2011

I decided that I would start these notes and write down my fears, feelings and apprehensions as I start a new journey in my life. In 2 days I will undergo Gastric Bypass surgery and I have so many feelings of fear, excitement and apprehension. I am also hoping that by writing these notes, my friends and family will get a glimpse into my life and will be able to join me on this journey to discovering a new and improved ME.

Today was my first day on the...