Monday, Monday

           Who is down to 225.8?   THIS GIRL!  Not a whole pound, but a loss from yesterday.  I am psyched.  I have noticed that my clothes are feeling looser, too. Talk about the motivation that I needed to pull through these last two days.  I can tell that my pants are a bit looser and the “girls” aren’t as out of control. I don’t feel so uncomfortable when walking or sitting, and when I put on my bathing suit to begin taking down the Intex pool, I noticed that the top of it was not fitting as well.  These were the visible changes that show me how much my efforts have paid off.  :-)  Those of you who have joined me on the road to a new me by beginning your own journeys, hang in there!! You will see results and be rejuvenated by them.  We might have to plan a bus trip to the outlets so that we can shop, shop, shop!

            I had my pre-admission appointment today, and it went well.  The nurse was great and went through all of the details with me.  My blood pressure was exceptional, something like 112 over 69.  That is without meds, by the way. Another victory!  She was able to give me a tentative check-in time and surgery time, too.  Of course, this will be verified Tuesday evening when I get the phone call, but she said that it is what is currently scheduled.  I need to check-in at the hospital at 7:45 Wednesday morning, and my surgery is scheduled for 9:45 - 12:15.  It may be a bit earlier or later and run a bit longer, but those are pretty good estimates. After recovery, I will be in my room for two to three days.  I will be allowed to be up and moving, too.  The Steelers game is Thursday night, so I hope that my roomie likes football, lol.  I am taking my PhD work, too, because it will definitely allow me to do my best to keep up with class work.  I am sure that the time will pass quickly!

            I had a pretty active day - doctor appointment, a few errands, stopped to visit my parents, and then came home to do some yard work.  I didn’t do much extra in the way of exercise, but I worked outside for at least two hours.  I felt a bit worn out and tired afterward, so I decided to take it easy tonight.  I watched TV with the hubby for a bit before moving to the desk to work on the online courses that I am developing for my district.  Very time consuming as I navigate the online course room and figure out how and what each element does, but I am pleased with the results so far.  Tomorrow is another busy one, with a focus on a few things around the house, PhD work, and online classes development. 

            Tomorrow is also the final day before surgery.  Wednesday I take the next great step in my journey.  I cannot explain the excitement and anticipation that I have at the moment.  I feel like a huge weight will be lifted off of my back, and I can breathe again -- literally and figuratively.  I cannot wait to see the progress that I make in the weeks after surgery, and begin “taking back” my life.  I am so glad that all of you are coming along to keep me company.