Friday, January 20, 2012

How are you doing?

I've been getting asked that a lot in the last few days so I thought I would give everyone an update. It's been 3 wks since my lapband surgery and I'm doing awesome. The incisions are healed and my body is adjusting to a new way of doing business where food is related.

Some folks have asked for a before pitture and then a progress report picture so I thought I would throw a couple out there.

This photo was taken in September
and then in October I started to check out the lapband process and started the protein rich, low carb/fat diet on the 18th. Since then I've lost about 35 lbs.











35 lbs. doesn't show a whole lot when you are this overweight, but I feel great and have more energy. I think it really is helping where the MS is concerned as the energy level that was sapped due to the MS is improved by the loss of the weight.

So keep the prayers coming and I'll try to update you from time to time.

Speaking of prayers - thanks so much for the many you've said on my behave. I feel so blessed and cared for. The Lord has given such amazing peace to me despite the complications of life.

God Bless You!
Tracie

9 comments:

Catherine said...

Congrats on 35 pounds and the increased energy! Can't wait to hear more progress :-) We're still praying for you, Tracie! And I know we're all so thankful to hear how you're doing!!

Anne Mateer said...

So happy to hear the good report. I've been praying for you and will keep at it!

Veronica said...

Thanks Tracie for the update! I am so thankful that the surgery went well and you are feeling fine. Will continue to pray for you dear friend.

Aussiebooklover said...

Tracie! Welcome back dear lady!:)
I heartily endorse the comments of Catherine, Anne and Veronica....waving madly girls.:)
Have a good day..and I'm going to have a good night's sleep! ZZzzz..

Robin Lee Hatcher said...

So glad to see your smiling face in those photos, Tracie. Hoping you speed through recovery and surprise yourself and everyone else.

CatMom said...

WELCOME BACK, precious Tracie!!! And thank you for this positive update---Praise the Lord! ~ Continued prayers for you as you recover and continue making progress.
Hugs from Georgia,
Patti Jo :)
p.s. Waving to my other friends on this blog---Hi Ladies!!! ;)

Kav said...

Wonderful update. Thanks for that! Will continue to keep you in my prayers.

Julie Klassen said...

So glad to hear how well you are doing, Tracie! Love, hugs, and prayers comin' your way.

Jackie S. said...

Good to get a report from you, Tracie!!! Have been praying for you and will continue!!
Blessings~~~~