I had my six month post-op check up today with the bariatric GP. I officially hate the clinic scales however not overly stressed by the high number than the number on my home scales. I know this guy was there are 800 g heavier than mine and I was well…….fully clothed. The first thing she
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This way in Wednesday is a special one this week. This week marks six months since I had my surgery. I had no idea what to expect but all I had hoped for was a 900 g loss to take me to a grand total of 60 kg lost. This week – 2.6kg  Since surgery
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Today was a much better day for me all around. Physically, nutritionally and mentally. Tuesday is my ‘me’ day and while I probably should have been doing domestics around the house, today I thought stuff it! I’m actually having a ‘me’ day. I decided to check out the walking track recommended by the SSO in
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Today I am still feeling a bit left of centre and still a bit off so I remind myself of one of my favourite quotes. So today I am going to reflect on the good in my day! Regardless of how awkward and uncomfortable it makes me feel, today I graciously accepted the five compliments
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Today I have had an emotionally charged flat day (due to circumstances external to my sleeve) and has left me wanting to resort to my old habits of eating my feelings…… So instead of eating I found another outlet for my stress related food desired in cooking delicious and healthy food to stock up the
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Today I experienced something that is very new for me. I had a successful shopping expedition! Normallly when I go shopping for clothes it’s crazy stressful experience that normally ends in tears. Today I walked out happy with my purchases and also happy with the things I tried on, fitted and looked nice but didn’t
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Yesterday in one of my Facebook support groups one of my sleeve sisters posted a video with her personal reflections on her journey so far.  Something she said really hit hard in my brain and I have no idea why but I am so grateful it did! I need to be kind to myself and
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Today was a disjointed day. Started my day having some Nanna (my mum) and niece time. We went for a walk while Maddy ride her bike to the playground. I had a little win I’d actually not only comfortably fitting in the swing but also actually using it properly.  It was so nice to spend
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Weigh in Wednesday! This week – 0.2kg Since surgery – 40.2kg Total – 59.1kg Given my past weeks eating habits, lack of sleep, lack of exercise I am elated with my loss even if it is little! I was honestly expecting a gain week. 900g off 60kg total and 2.5kg off my next goal weight
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My normal Holly day has gone our the window this week as I had to change my work days around to go to a meeting. I can say hand on my heart I MISSED IT!! I missed the time that I turn the music up, clear the brain of the daily routines and worries and
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