Category: When Holly Met Percy

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 said to me was “wow […]

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 – 42.8kg Total – 61.7kg […]

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 Lachlan’s classroom.  It was beautiful […]

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 I received.  This is a […]

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 buy. I think FINALLY that […]

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 I need to give myself […]

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 some quality time playing with […]

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 to be 50% of my […]