Tag Archives: #weightloss

Warped…Brutal

Posted on January 28, 2015 by megan1453

There has been a lot going on in the last few weeks, some good and well, some less than great. Let’s go over the good stuff first: As of this morning, I stepped on the scale and weighed in at … Continue reading →

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6, 90, 8

Posted on November 7, 2014 by megan1453

Well, it’s been quite a while since I’ve posted any updates on here and there’s lots to go over. First things first, I’m 6 months post-op. At one of my first check ups with the doctor, he told me that … Continue reading →

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Bittersweet Victory

Posted on July 15, 2014 by megan1453

So I have returned from my week long service/mission trip to Tegucigalpa, Honduras. Words will never, ever describe how life changing it was. I feel in love with everything about the school, El Hogar Amor de Esparanza (even the cold … Continue reading →

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2 month update

Posted on June 26, 2014 by megan1453

It dawned on my yesterday that it was the eight week mark since having surgery. I couldn’t believe that it’s only been that long. So much has changed that I keep thinking it’s been three-four months. So let’s recap the … Continue reading →

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1 Month Update

Posted on May 22, 2014 by megan1453

Yesterday I had my one month checkup. I stepped on the scale for my weigh-in and a magic number appeared—218. This means I have lost 40 lbs since first starting the program and 20lbs in my first month after surgery. … Continue reading →

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3 weeks out- feedback and photos

Posted on May 15, 2014 by megan1453

It’s been three weeks since going under the knife and having a Sleeve Gastrectomy. I cannot believe how the time has flown. If you asked me how long it feels like it has been, I would have said at least … Continue reading →

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Surgery Takes Guts! (no…but really)

Posted on April 28, 2014 by megan1453

Well, I came out on the other side alive. I’m giving everyone a heads up, this is going to be a long, detailed post that will also have photos. If you have any aversion to bruises or sutures, I apologize … Continue reading →

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Defining Yourself- A Stained Glass Window

Posted on April 21, 2014 by megan1453

“People are like stained – glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.” -Elisabeth Kubler-Ross The day after … Continue reading →

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The Good, The Bad, and The BBQ

Posted on April 17, 2014 by megan1453

I have been on an all liquid diet for a week exactly. I can’t tell if it is easier or harder than I thought. I am at a point now where I am completely ambivalent towards The New Direction shakes. … Continue reading →

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The Last Supper

Posted on April 9, 2014 by megan1453

Last night was my last meal of solid foods for at least two months and the last time I will eat beef or lamb for almost four. John and I made plans to go to a new steakhouse called Chopps … Continue reading →

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