The Anniversary
Today is the one year anniversary of my heart surgery, and I have to say that things are going generally well. Not without some speed bumps, of course, but overall I feel better. As I mentioned in a previous post it’s hard to imagine that something so… big… could end up being such a positive. And for all that I really am thankful.
The scars are fading. I have regained most of the feeling in my left wrist… wasn’t expecting that, but it’s a good thing, right? Stamina hasn’t fully returned, but to be fair I have not been exercising like I should. All in all, I’d say an A-.
The Update
Ah, the weight loss program. More speed bumps, but not without solid progress. My issues with the food consistency is increasing. My palatable options are becoming more limited. Anything with a bread-like consistency is still off-putting to me.
I have been branching out and trying more dessert-like options, and some are very good. There’s a recipe for lemon bars that is absolutely awesome. I’m still making shakes. There’s a handful of other recipes that are good.
I have also been cheating more often. Not every day, but more often than I should. The positive side is that I have been making better choices than when I started cheating. Instead of a Wendy’s Baconator or some Arby’s half-pound beefy-cheesy thing or a Popeye’s 4 pc meal, all of which weigh in at 900 to 1700 calories, I’ve discovered Jimmy John’s Turkey “Unwich” (no bread, wrapped in lettuce). I add cucumbers, onion, peppers, and pickles, and it’s a whopping 260 calories! Nice, and surprisingly tasty. Add a 20 calorie pickle and we’ve got a satisfying meal for under 300. I could see myself doing this more often even after the program is over… which is kind of the point.
With all that I have, so far and as of this morning, lost 33 lbs. I’m on the edge of slipping into the 220s, a place I haven’t been in near 17 years. So, even with the frustration, I am able to adjust and still make it work in my favor.
Woohoo! An anniversary I can get behind! I have been smiling about it all day. Knowing that this is one year anniversary of the surgery that saved the life of my handsome husband! Looking ahead at us growing old in a healthier way makes me smile too.
I should have read this sooner. Ken you are doing great. So much has changed for you since your surgery. You and Missy will be so happy and healthy from all that you are doing for yourselves. I am happy for you also.