3 Weeks

Today, I am three weeks post surgery which means that I am now past the most critical stage postoperatively. This means that my inside incisions are well on their way to being healed and my new stomach pouch is getting used to holding a little more food at one time. I am now able to enjoy a few more selections when it comes to my menu each day. I can have a little tuna salad, 2 small crackers, toast as well as the foods from the previous week...I am still very much enjoying mashed potatoes!!! On Thursday of this week, my diet changes again and I am going to be able to experiment with several more foods. I must admit that the variety will be really nice!!!

Physically, I am starting to feel a little better and my energy is getting better. I am starting to feel a little more like myself and I am really enjoying the increase in my activity level. Last night I went for a really nice walk and I wasn't even winded one bit. It was so very nice to be outside and just enjoying such a leisurely walk without having to worry about running out of breath or having pain in my back, knees and legs.

Again, I am feeling so grateful everyday for this "new life" that I have been given. Words cannot even begin to express the feeling that I have inside when I get out of bed in the morning and the feeling of "lightness" as I go about my day. It is truly amazing...I would not ever want to change my journey to this point and my decision to have this surgery. It's probably one of the best decisions I have made in my life. I am excited for each tomorrow!