Gosh, it's been a while since I've posted in here.
Where to start...the problem with not being able to eat is history. It took some doing but I was able to gain nearly 7 lbs.
That sounds odd but my WL doctor explained it was necessary because I was malnourished and my electrolytes were approaching dangerous levels. No more drinking that nasty Pediasure and (equally nasty) Pedialyte every day. No more being "threatened" with another treatment which would have been extremely unpleasant, not to mention socially awkward.
The super short explanation for my not eating - extreme stress.
Every day I thank G-d for the people who never gave up on me.
My WL doctor; so sweet, wise and gentle. A very patient and understanding man but tenacious as all get out! LOL
My friends who cared enough to intervene. Without them life would have been completely unbearable but they kept me afloat in those stormy seas. I am forever grateful to them.
And then there's my Beau. Whose strength, understanding and loving, unconditional support, even during my darkest hours, was simply amazing. He witnessed me at my absolute worst and yet stayed by my side. Not out of some need he had to rescue me but because, as he put it, "You're a wonderful woman who I want in my life. I want to grow old with you."
Now that everything is back on track it's time to start moving forward with my weight loss, though at a much slower pace. This is frustrating (those 7 lbs really bug me) but the healthy way to go and I need to keep that in mind.
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