WLS brings unexpected changes

SO…what is this whole blog thing for anyway?

At first for me, it was a way of expressing all of the pent up feelings I had about WLS that I thought no one could possibly understand. It was this anonymous place where I could meet people experiencing the same struggles as me and we could support each other and offer support and advice.

What ended up happening was this whirlwind and becoming part of this community and making some new friends who are now, not so anonymous. I have also shared my blog on facebook and this of course invited many personal contact then following my blog…which was nice at first…but then I found myself in the precarious position of not being able to share the whole truth. So I CAUTION any blog newbies….to consider NOT sharing your blog with people you actually KNOW….even spouses or family members because you can’t really vent or tell everything at that point and I think that the true and candid honesty of letting it all hang out is what is the most helpful thing to anyone new looking for advice and inspiration in their weight loss journey.

It was always my intention to share the good, the bad and the ugly and I have sadly not held up my end.

I am working on a blog entry that will bring you up to speed so to speak but for now I want anyone new reading my blog to think about these things and consider carefully that WLS brings about MANY MANY life changes…some of which are completely unanticipated.

More to follow…..

T

Ode to Sammy

Ode to Sammy

I felt you today. Your warm body purring at my side,

under the blankets, where you loved to hide.

I felt something of you in the sunshine

In the bedroom through that window of mine

I could see you walking in the corner of my eye

Just a glimpse as your spirit passed by

I love you Sam and you loved me for 14 years

Through all my happiness and all my tears

You were there giving comfort love and joy

I will miss you my precious furry baby boy

So, on Monday I laid my Sammy Cat to rest. He was the sweetest old kitty in the world but it was his time to pass. So I wanted to let you know why I am still out of touch despite things getting better.

Also my ex landed in the hospital with a pretty serious condition that looks like it will resolve without surgery but I am praying for him and of course still care that he is well and have never wanted for anything but his happiness. His gf drove all the way up from Phx so I am sure that gave him some comfort. I was certainly thankful that she came because he really needs to know how much he is loved and cared for right now. :) Looks like things are improving though so I am releived. Hopefully the kids will be able to see their Dad soon. :)

So ...pretty heavy week for Tori Weight loss holding still for the moment.....because....and I quote...Halloween candy is EVIL! :)

Love to all,

Tori

Progress Update

Hello lovely bloggy buddies :)

It has been far too long since I posted something real. It has been hard to know what is ok to express in public media such as blogs when I am going through something so personal...especially considering all of the personal connections that have access to my blog and read it.

So I apologize for slacking on my writing. My progress has been good. Really good all things considered. I just got a major fill last monday.....1 cc I now have 6cc in a large band he told me and said I should be about there in another fill or two.

I am feeling the restriction...no more bread...crackers...done...crunchy tacos...bye bye....must eat much much slower now and my appetite is diminished

So good things. The ex and I are totally functional and speaking and even building a friendship now so things on that front are good. :)

Photo Shoot!

I have a friend who just so happens to be a very good amateur photographer :)

This is the result :)

Officially 16 AND...blonde highlights

OK, so after all the hype of going blonde...I didn't. I WANTED to...but my hair stylist bff said my hair is too fine and wouldn't handle all the bleaching well...we would have to strip off all of the color because I have been coloring my hair for years...so there ya go....highlights and a shorter bob cut. :)

Also bought size 16 petite and they really fit good....a little more snug than I am used to but look much thinner in clothes that actually fit! WOO!

Me..as a BLonde???

OK, just for fun...this a FAKE picture from the try it on studio. :)

Whatchu Think?

What you see included is light blond with dark lowlights and lighter highlights...the computer made it look sort of pink but it's really not...or wont be I should say.

Thank you!

16 you say???

I may be heading into a 16...my 18 shorts I just bought no longer need unbuttoning or unzipping.... I would rejoice if only clothing werent' so darn expensive! Oh well...worse problems to have for sure :)