2 months post op.

Well, today is 2 months since I had the surgery that changed my life. Was it the right decision? I ask myself that on a daily basis, especially when I try something new to eat and it gets kicked back at me. (Not a good feeling). But, all in all, the answer to that question is a resounding YES!!! Any regrets? Yes, one. Not doing it sooner. But there was a reason for not doing it sooner, and even though I don't know what that reason is, there is someone who does. HE saw fit for me to wait to have it done until now.
So, this morning I took my 2 month pictures. Compared to 2 months ago, WOW!!! Even though I can see big change in the pictures, I still see a fat me. Guess the fat goggles will go away eventually. I also did a weight check........down to 207. Thats 44 pounds gone FOREVER.
I feel healthier already, not as tired and I have way more energy. I just have to get rid of the "batwings" I have developed. You know, the saggy skin around the triceps, yucky!!! But, its a small price to pay at this point.
Since I had the surgery, Brian has learned to read me when I'm eating. He says he can tell just by looking at me if the food I am eating is settling fine or if its going to cause me trouble. I guess my face is an open book. But I'm glad he can foresee the problems, so that it doesn't come as a surprise when I get kicked by whatever I ate.
Even my sweet Hailey is noticing things about me eating. She constantly tells me not to drink when I eat because I will get sick. And if I get up from the table for any reason, she asks if I'm going to "trow up". Shes such a blessing. I love my little Chunk-monk.
My kids have been such a cheering section on this journey. I don't get to see all of them every day,so when I do see them, they are AMAZED by the way I look. Stephen came over the other day and when he hugged me he said he could put his arms around me further than he has in a while! That felt good to hear that. Gosh, my babies aren't babies anymore.
There is one thing that I haven't done at work yet though. I have not even put on my turnout gear since before I had the surgery. I thought about it last night, but changed my mind. I might try it on next week sometime, just to see how it fits, or doesn't. LOL.
Anyway, this is the newest comparison picture. The first one is day of surgery, second is 1 month post op, third is today, or 2 months post op. What do you think? LOL