I didn't eat a donut. I must admit it was VERY hard to pass by the box and not grab one but I did it.
The cherry cobbler was not as easy. I had a small portion on Saturday night and another small portion on Sunday. Also, I topped it with a small scoop of slow churned vanilla bean ice cream. The old Shayna would have had a huge bowl of cobbler and three scoops of ice cream so I am feeling pretty good about my ability to eat what I love and not gorge myself.
I'm still not feeling full after I eat a cup of food which is making me a little nervous. My next fill is on February 11th and I will definitely bring it up at that time. Last night I ate about a third of my meal and some dessert but didn't feel any restriction...I don't want to over-eat but I fear that I may be.
Next week is going to be a very challenging time for me. I'll be in California for 8 days, eating in restaurants most of the time. It'll be a true test for me to see how good I am away from my comfort zone for more then a dew days!
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Chewable vitamins suck.
After two months of consuming chewable multivitamins, B complex and calcium I can honestly say that I am getting really tired of the texture of said vitamins.
Admittedly, the new vitamins are better than the fintstones chewable vitamins I originally started with but the grittiniess and after tastes are disgusting. The B complex vitamin is the worst. It's supposed to be "kiwi stawberry" flavored. In actuality, it tastes like disgusting disgustingness. Good analagy, right?
The other realization I've come to this week is that I am not able to drink to get drunk anymore. I went to a happy hour on Tuesday night (in my honor, because I am awesome) and consumed 3 glasses of Riesling. No buzz. No giggling. Nothing! After the third glass I started to get a terrible headache and changed over to water. That was fun! Then when I woke up yesterday, I had a teeny tiny headache. When I arrived at work, the headache had taken over the entire left side of my head, making it so that I could hardly open my left eye. I don't know if it's because the wine caused me to become dehydrated, causing me to have a headache or because I was grinding my teeth in my sleep. I'm pretty sure it was the former, but can't be certain. Headaches are annoying so I guess I'll refrain from drinking from here on out. Or perhaps I will try hard alcohol and see what happens with that...
Other than the negative comments above, I am doing pretty well. I've decided that chili is the ultimate lunch because it's got protein and is very filling. Who knows what I'll do come summertime...is there such thing as a summer chili? I could use some ideas of high protein, filling meals or soups - does anyone out there have any suggestions?
Admittedly, the new vitamins are better than the fintstones chewable vitamins I originally started with but the grittiniess and after tastes are disgusting. The B complex vitamin is the worst. It's supposed to be "kiwi stawberry" flavored. In actuality, it tastes like disgusting disgustingness. Good analagy, right?
The other realization I've come to this week is that I am not able to drink to get drunk anymore. I went to a happy hour on Tuesday night (in my honor, because I am awesome) and consumed 3 glasses of Riesling. No buzz. No giggling. Nothing! After the third glass I started to get a terrible headache and changed over to water. That was fun! Then when I woke up yesterday, I had a teeny tiny headache. When I arrived at work, the headache had taken over the entire left side of my head, making it so that I could hardly open my left eye. I don't know if it's because the wine caused me to become dehydrated, causing me to have a headache or because I was grinding my teeth in my sleep. I'm pretty sure it was the former, but can't be certain. Headaches are annoying so I guess I'll refrain from drinking from here on out. Or perhaps I will try hard alcohol and see what happens with that...
Other than the negative comments above, I am doing pretty well. I've decided that chili is the ultimate lunch because it's got protein and is very filling. Who knows what I'll do come summertime...is there such thing as a summer chili? I could use some ideas of high protein, filling meals or soups - does anyone out there have any suggestions?
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Friday, January 9, 2009
26.8, bitches!
I feel great! I just returned from having my second fill and have lost a total of 26.8lbs. Although I originally anticipated a higher loss, I'll take this with open arms.
My PA gave me 2 more cm's of saline and said that the next month should be a little more difficult for me. I really don't mind the challenge; I'd rather be challenged by chewing my food to a liquidy consistency than be overweight and unhappy.
Tomorrow we'll take the 2 month picture. Be on the lookout for that :)
My PA gave me 2 more cm's of saline and said that the next month should be a little more difficult for me. I really don't mind the challenge; I'd rather be challenged by chewing my food to a liquidy consistency than be overweight and unhappy.
Tomorrow we'll take the 2 month picture. Be on the lookout for that :)
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
2008 Survey
Was 2008 good for you? Yes, it was. I made some amazing life changes and despite the loss of my job, I am feeling really good about myself and where I stand right now.
What was your favorite moment of the year? Spending time in the car with John when he takes my iphone away and makes me talk to him. And of course, meeting my nephew, Dane.
What was your worst moment of the year? When KB and I left the 20 W. 9th Street building for the last time.
Where were you when 2008 began? In bed (hehe!)
Where were you when 2008 ended? Playing Guitar Hero World Tour with my drummer. AKA, John.
Did you keep your new years resolution of 2008? I don't think I made one!
Do you have a new years resolution for 2009? To be the best I can be.
Did you fall in love in 2008? I stayed in love in 2008. But also fell in love with my nephew.
Did you breakup with anyone in 2008? Nope :)
Did you make any new friends in 2008? I sure did!
What was your favorite month of 2008? December.
Why this month? Lots of reasons. First off, the birth of my nephew, Dane. Secondly, I had a wonderful birthday with my hubby :), Third, the holidays were very good to me this year. I know, I am super materialistic.
Did you travel outside of the US (or your home country) in 2008? Nope.
How many different places did you travel to in 2008? I definitely didn't travel as much as Sarah! But I did go to SF, LA, Dallas a few times, St Louis and Colorado. I think that's about it.
Did you miss anybody in the past year? Yes, my mostly my family and my bff's in Cali.
What was your favorite song from 2008? I didn't have just one but a few of my favorites were: "The Way I Loved You" by Taylor Swift, "Bar-Ba-Sol" by David Cook, "Wedding Dress" by Matt Nathanson, "Womanizer" by Britney Spears (shut up)and "Say" John Mayer.
How many concerts or plays did you see in 2008? The plays I saw were Wicked and Rent. Concerts...Bon Jovi, American Idol Tour and Dave Matthews Band.
Did you have a favorite concert in 2008? Admittedly it may have been AMERICAN IDOL. DUH!
What was your favorite book in 2008? Twilight. New Moon was ok and I am really digging Eclipse.
Did you do anything you are ashamed of this year? Not that I am posting on a public website!
What was the biggest lie you told in 2008? I am pleading the 5th.
Did you treat somebody badly in 2008? Probably, we all know that I can be a bitch.
Did somebody treat you badly in 2008? I'd like to think not.
What was your proudest moment of 2008? Coming to terms with my weight and taking the steps to have the Lap Band surgery,
What was your most embarrassing moment of 2008? My claim to fame as David Cook's stalker.
If you could go back to any moment of 2008 and change something, what would it be? Trusting people who took me for granted.
Where did you work in 2008? For Aquila *tear* and Kansas City Power and Light.
Favorite TV shows(s) of 2008? The Office, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, American Idol, Project Runway and The Real Housewives of Atlanta, New York & Orange County.
Favorite Band(s) of 2008? DMB (natch)
Favorite Food in 2008? Broccoli cheddar baked potato from Jason's deli and Edy's Slow Churned Caramel Delight ice cream.
Favorite Drink in 2008? Water!
Favorite Place in 2008? Anywhere with John when he's not playing Oblivion.
Favorite person(s) to be with in 2008? John Joseph!
Favorite person(s) to talk to in 2008? Kelly B, Hoenshell, Rach, Alison, Elise, Sara, Steph.
Favorite trip in 2008? Definitely the wedding in Laguna.
Favorite stores in 2008? Target, ULTA and LB.
Hardest thing you had to go through in 2008? The loss of an amazing job.
Most exciting moment(s) in 2008? David Cook winning American Idol.
Best moment(s) in 2008? Getting on the scale a week after my surgery and seeing the weight loss I'd already achieved. I knew at that moment I made the right decision :)
What was your favorite moment of the year? Spending time in the car with John when he takes my iphone away and makes me talk to him. And of course, meeting my nephew, Dane.
What was your worst moment of the year? When KB and I left the 20 W. 9th Street building for the last time.
Where were you when 2008 began? In bed (hehe!)
Where were you when 2008 ended? Playing Guitar Hero World Tour with my drummer. AKA, John.
Did you keep your new years resolution of 2008? I don't think I made one!
Do you have a new years resolution for 2009? To be the best I can be.
Did you fall in love in 2008? I stayed in love in 2008. But also fell in love with my nephew.
Did you breakup with anyone in 2008? Nope :)
Did you make any new friends in 2008? I sure did!
What was your favorite month of 2008? December.
Why this month? Lots of reasons. First off, the birth of my nephew, Dane. Secondly, I had a wonderful birthday with my hubby :), Third, the holidays were very good to me this year. I know, I am super materialistic.
Did you travel outside of the US (or your home country) in 2008? Nope.
How many different places did you travel to in 2008? I definitely didn't travel as much as Sarah! But I did go to SF, LA, Dallas a few times, St Louis and Colorado. I think that's about it.
Did you miss anybody in the past year? Yes, my mostly my family and my bff's in Cali.
What was your favorite song from 2008? I didn't have just one but a few of my favorites were: "The Way I Loved You" by Taylor Swift, "Bar-Ba-Sol" by David Cook, "Wedding Dress" by Matt Nathanson, "Womanizer" by Britney Spears (shut up)and "Say" John Mayer.
How many concerts or plays did you see in 2008? The plays I saw were Wicked and Rent. Concerts...Bon Jovi, American Idol Tour and Dave Matthews Band.
Did you have a favorite concert in 2008? Admittedly it may have been AMERICAN IDOL. DUH!
What was your favorite book in 2008? Twilight. New Moon was ok and I am really digging Eclipse.
Did you do anything you are ashamed of this year? Not that I am posting on a public website!
What was the biggest lie you told in 2008? I am pleading the 5th.
Did you treat somebody badly in 2008? Probably, we all know that I can be a bitch.
Did somebody treat you badly in 2008? I'd like to think not.
What was your proudest moment of 2008? Coming to terms with my weight and taking the steps to have the Lap Band surgery,
What was your most embarrassing moment of 2008? My claim to fame as David Cook's stalker.
If you could go back to any moment of 2008 and change something, what would it be? Trusting people who took me for granted.
Where did you work in 2008? For Aquila *tear* and Kansas City Power and Light.
Favorite TV shows(s) of 2008? The Office, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, American Idol, Project Runway and The Real Housewives of Atlanta, New York & Orange County.
Favorite Band(s) of 2008? DMB (natch)
Favorite Food in 2008? Broccoli cheddar baked potato from Jason's deli and Edy's Slow Churned Caramel Delight ice cream.
Favorite Drink in 2008? Water!
Favorite Place in 2008? Anywhere with John when he's not playing Oblivion.
Favorite person(s) to be with in 2008? John Joseph!
Favorite person(s) to talk to in 2008? Kelly B, Hoenshell, Rach, Alison, Elise, Sara, Steph.
Favorite trip in 2008? Definitely the wedding in Laguna.
Favorite stores in 2008? Target, ULTA and LB.
Hardest thing you had to go through in 2008? The loss of an amazing job.
Most exciting moment(s) in 2008? David Cook winning American Idol.
Best moment(s) in 2008? Getting on the scale a week after my surgery and seeing the weight loss I'd already achieved. I knew at that moment I made the right decision :)
I know, I know.
I have been really sucky about updating but my life has been nothing short of chaos for the past week.
On Friday, I have my second fill appointment which should be very exciting. I have been more hungry then I feel I should be and am hoping that the doc will increase the amount of sailine in my band.
Also tomorrow I plan to post my "two month" progress picture. My hair looks like crap today therefore we will wait until it looks good enough to take pictures :)
On Friday, I have my second fill appointment which should be very exciting. I have been more hungry then I feel I should be and am hoping that the doc will increase the amount of sailine in my band.
Also tomorrow I plan to post my "two month" progress picture. My hair looks like crap today therefore we will wait until it looks good enough to take pictures :)
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