Good morning!!

Happy Friday!!

Well it's that time to weigh myself again. So I started out at 247 and it has been 2 1/2 months since my surgery. So today I'm at 208 that us pretty good, I'm getting closer to my goal and I know I can do it. Trust in yourself and know that you can do it. I joined a group on Facebook, with ladies from my church. We keep our self  accountable on our weight. Don't rush it, this takes time. Well have a great Friday everyone. May God bless you!!!!

Good morning..

Hello my dear friends and family...

I pray that you had a great weekend. I had a great weekend, spend some time with the family is always good. So I have a few things I would like to share. I cleaned my closet, I have tons of clothes that I need to sell. Me and the hubby also cleaned out the coat closet.. And omg I had all my jean and coats to give away/selling. I went from wearing a 3x to wearing a large. That's just crazy, I cried like a baby yesterday, happy tears. I'm so so happy and I try my very best to keep myself going. It's not easy I work at it everyday. I don't worry about anything else, they ask about my skin. Well guess what my skin is doing good, I workout and I'm doing my very best to keep it tight. What's most important to me right now is my health not what you can't see under my clothes.I'm able to run and keep up with my 3 boys. And for me that's what's more important, anyways  this weekend I was able to buy me my first pair of jeans. Yes size 18, when I was a size 22w. As I type this my eyes fill up with tears, happy tears! I'm so happy that I decided to have this surgery I can cross my legs..lol I know that may sound silly, but omg I can..lol  well I have to go for know, enjoy your day. Love you for reading!!

Update...

Happy Friday!!!

Well I just wanted to give everyone a short update. I went to the doctors on Tuesday of this week. And I'm ahead of the game, I'm super happy. I workout a lot and walk 2 times a day. If you let let me I'll walk 5 times a day..lol but any ways I was 247 to 211.. Yup I'm almost at the 100's, and super happy.. I feel so happy and try my best to keep the negative out. So I tell you, keep on going, don't stop I know you can do it. Have a Great weekend!!!

New picture of me!!

Happy Sunday everyone!!


I wanted to share a picture of me.. I had my sugery on July 26. And today september 16 and I wanted to share this picture.. Im truly proud of myself, This picture truly showed me that I doing it. Im not done yet. But to be out of sugery for almost 2 months. This is just great, if I can do it so can you. I believe in you!! So have a great sunday and be safe!!

Big weekend...

Oh yes,

It's my birthday weekend, well my bday is not until Monday. But I will enjoy this weekend with my family. I feel really good.for lunch I ate grilled chicken yum.  Well I hope you pray you guys have a great weekend!!!

Trying to make it...

Hi everyone!!

Well it's kinda a sad but rejoice full day. My mother in laws father passed away yesterday. I feel so bad because I know how that feels. My hubby was able to talk to him before he passed away. It was something that only God knows why, but he is in a much better place.

Well, I really need help with eating. It's so hard to eat 6 times a day. I fear gaining my weight back. My trainer and my doctor tells me that I have to eat 6 times a day. But when I was bigger that's how many times I ate and maybe more. So know that I'm losing weight and then they tell me to eat. It's like a scary thing. I'm trying to do better. So I will try to blog each day what I ate and how I made it though the day. It a long journey but I will try. Please believe in what you start....

Its been way to long...

Hello,

It's been way to long, I need to update my blog. So here I am, This month it will be 2 months since my surgery. And I feel better then ever, I've been in the gym. Working out its getting easier and I'm so grateful for this. I also started homeschooling my youngest child and that has been going great. I'm happy that I fond some great friends that love the lord and that have my back. When eve I need o hear some positive things they are always there.

Back to homeschooling, I'm so happy we made this decision to do this. God has really help me and my family out. Well I at this time I'm at 219...... Yes I love lost so much weight and I feel so good. I'm thankful for this surgery. If I can do it so can you, don't ever give up. God loves you!

Back again!!

Hello everyone,

Well it's been a while since I have posted a blog. But here I am, been very busy with the boys. And getting them ready for school. I went to the doctors last week and as of today I have lost 30 pounds. It's hard I started working out I have a trainer which she is kicking my butt...

Well this is a short post but I'm cooking.. So thanks for coming by and reading, God bless you!!!

Worried for what????

Today my feeling were every where, So since I feel so much better about myself. I'm going to get my driver license, yes Im31 and I still don't drive. I have this fear of driving. But I promise myself that I will do this for myself and kids and hubby. PLEASE don't judge me. This is a very shameful thing that I have.

But know that losing this weight and I'm feeling so much better about myself. I know I can do this. Even if I fail I will try and try again. I just pray that everything will come out OK. I worry Way to much. Until I get my Driver license I still have to wait to drive. My son will need a ride to school, because his school has no buses.. I worry because I don't want to fail again. I want to do this, But I know that God has this under control. And I will trust in GOD. So Don't give up!!

Rainy day!!!

Hola!!!

It is raining like crazy outside, but it feels so good inside. I was able to go out with the family today before the storm hit. Feeling really good today, cooking salmon with black pepper and a slice of Lemon. With grill asparagus and tomatoes yum!  For the kids they have leftover spaghetti with turkey and sauce. Yummy!!!

I pray everyone is having great Saturday and if it's raining stay dry!!

Me..

I never felt so good about myself in years. And yes I'm allowing to feel good. And allow your self to feel good also. I ate my breakfast lunch and dinner today. It was kinda hard because I'm never hungry. So I made myself eat. I'm so up beat and I so so happy.my mother in law is in town and she saw me for the first time today. And she even said wow Tracy you look so good. So I leave you with be happy even if the amount you lose is small. It doesn't matter. Enjoy your life!!

Omg!!!

Omg yes!!!


So I went to my 2week post opt doctors visit. And the scale was my friend, I lost 20 pounds... This is making be so bold. Ever time I remember how much I lost makes me cry. I'm so proud of myself. And I pray that I keep this going. Thanks again for reading my blogs... God bless!!!

Blessed

Hello Sunday!

A very nice Sunday, was able to go to church and just be able to praise and sing along. Felt so great, watching lifetime movies and relaxing. This week is big for me, on August 9 I will let everyone know how much I lost. And also I will be able to eat soft foods. Which is crazy for me. Looking up different recipes for me to make for myself. I really enjoyed this day, I'm so thankful because I have God in my life. And because of that I have a great husband and 3 great boys. Feel thankful even though you may not feel like it. Because you have life and you are worthy. Well stay strong!!!
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Saturday...

Well hello everyone!!!

It has been. 10 days since my surgery, I just can't believe it. I look at myself in the mirror and I see the difference already. It to exciting to see the changes. I'm so blessed to have great family and friends around me. Nothing exciting today just went to brought school supplies for my boys. Walk around wal mart. Just a nice relaxing Saturday. Tomorrow church, which I can't wait to go. Well everyone good night and sweet dreams. Stay strong!!!

Lazy day..

Yes what a lazy day, I got up made the kids some breakfast. Cleaned up after them,put a load to wash with help. Then laid down and took a nap, I was really tried energy  was so low today. It's getting really rough to drink my shakes, I love them but I just can't handle them I'm so ready for 8/9 to get here. Even though I know I still have to drink shakes then to, but I will be able to eat soft foods. Got myself out the house and that help me a bit. Not much to say tonight I'm so so sorry. But that all I have for you. Stay positive and don't forget to follow me on this journey... Love ya!!!

It's been a week.. YAY!!!!

YAY!!


Its been a week since my surgery, very happy and cant wait until the week. Well some people have ask why do I chose to cook for my family. Well the answer to that question is because I love to cook for them. And know that life style of eating has change, I want to change my family also. And when I do cook, the kids are so helpful.

Today was a really nice day, today is my son Bryan 13th birthday. I cried like a baby. we had some family over and had a great time.

Drink propel water I love it...

Today's dinner for my family Homemade Mac Cheese all good. And baked chicken. And the whole family Love's it. Yup I can do all things, and so can you. Just try!!!

Trip to wal mart...

Hello agian everyone!! 


 So tomorrow will be a week since my sugery. Today I felt so so good, that I went with my husband to wal mart. First of all we went on the wrong time. It's the first of the month, but we went ahead and got what we needed . I walk way to much and I found a chair and set down. I was able to rest and with help I cooked my family a great meal.. From the pasta to the meat and cheese and  sauce were all heathy. I made lasagna with turkey meat. I cooked the meat with garlic and some black pepper. Layerd the meat cheese and sauce, which my kids all loved it. And so did my hubby. I'm pretty sore now but I love to see my family smile.


Behold, I  am  with you and will keep you wherever you go, and will bring you back to this land; for I will not leave you until I have done what I have spoken to you. (Genesis 28:15 NKJV)

Please remember to stay positive, believe in you because I believe in You!!!

WHAT A LONG DAY!!!

So long of a day....


What a long day this was, I woke up this morning in a bad mood. Sad happy all in one. I wanted to cry but I refuse to do so. I want to be strong, but I also know that releasing some tears are all OK!!
So I when into to the bathroom and cried, washed my face. And kept on going, I because I also refuse to lay around and feeling sorry for myself. I know what I got myself into and I will keep on. Because I know I can do all things. I'm so grateful for Great friends. loving people that text me email me. Because of them and God I can stand and keep on going. My husband has been great with me, I know it has to be hard on him also. But he helps when I need him, always willing. So today I want to leave you with this bible verse. I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Philippians4:13

My day

Hello again!!

Well today I had a REALLY great day, my husband help me out so much today. It was so good. Since my husband works night. My kids help me with laundry, so I didn't have to pick up anything. The only thing I had to do is fold them. I kinda had a mini workout, it felt so good to be able to do this. For lunch I was able to eat a fat free sugar free Jello-O. Which made me feel so good. My  Husband took me out the house for a nice mini drive, just so that I can feel fresh air. And that really made my day. With the help of my boys and hubby. We all made dinner, no I didn't eat any. But I was able to make them something.I don't like to just sit around and do nothing, yes I'm not lifting things nor over doing myself. Because with help with the family it gets done.  Know I'm sitting here telling you not to give up on your walk with weight loss. Either your planning or did the surgery already. Or you just want to try without having the surgery. I'm just telling you to stay positive. Don't give up on you!!

What is Gastric Sleeve????

Yup Im back!!

Gastric Sleeve is a surgical weight-loss method in which the stomach is reduced to about 25% of its original dimension, by surgical elimination of a great piece of the stomach, following the major curve.

The open sides are then attached together (often with surgical staples) to form a sleeve or tube with a banana structure.

The operation permanently reduces the size of the stomach.

The procedure is performed laparoscopically and is not reversible.

I wanted to show with the picture above what the doctors did so you can better understand. It was very painful at first but now it is more soreness than anything else. For the first two weeks after surgery all I can have is liquids. Water, pudding, jello and protein shakes. Here are the protein shakes that I am drinking that I like.

1: Pure Whey Champion Nutrition... Cookies and Cream flavor is the best.

2: EAS Chocolate... good when you mix it with chocolate soy milk, YUMMY!

If you get tired of drinking protein shakes then Propel water is really good. They have great flavor if you're not a fan of plain water. They say I can have popsicles but they have to be SUGAR FREE. I can also have 100% juice concentrate but you have to add a little more water than what the directions say. So guess what I made? I made my own popsicles with the 100% juice. I went and got some ice trays and poured the juice into the trays. Let me tell you that those home-made popsicles are so yummy. So, that's a quick look at what my menu will be for these first two weeks. I will not weigh myself until my doctor's appointment on August 9, which will be my two week checkup. Looking forward to seeing the results of all this sacrifice I'm makin.  So, stay tuned and can't wait to share. Stay positive!!

Weight loss day 1..

Hello, my name is Tracy I am a mom of 3 boys, and a wife. I've been married for 9 1/2 years. I wanted to start a blog beacuse just on July 26th 2012 I had the grastric sleeve surgery. What I can say? It's been a long a hard road. When I was a teenager I weighted 136.. Yes I was once thin and looking great. But when having kids and life, well I just gained weight. I eat when I'm sad, happy, lonely, and any other emotion I may have. But making this decision was really hard. I had to make sure my family was on board with this. And I myself had to make sure I was on board. Beacuse it's a life changer. Since the day of my surgery until now nerves have gone crazy. But I sit here telling you that I miss eating my fravorite foods. Because I had the surgery. There is no eating for 2 whole weeks. Just liquids. Yes I know!!!! Then weeks 3 to 4 softs foods. Meaning I have to puree my meals. Now I know what your thinking...Lol!! But I'm ready, I'm ready to focus on my weight. Feeling better about myself. So this is just a bit of me. Please don't judge me!! I'm only at the beginning of my journey.