Peace, Love, and Protein Shakes: Vanessa's Bariatric Blog

I thought that I made my last entry for 2018 a few weeks ago, but I decided to reflect on the year. 2018 was surprising and difficult, yet I am still thankful. As this year comes to a close, I want to take time to remember what I am thankful for. I am thankful for my Creator, because They have made me and kept me alive for a purpose, even in trying times. I am thankful for my family, who always stood beside me and loved me through the good and the bad. I am thankful for my friends, who showed me that I am worthy of love, and that I can enjoy being single. You, dear reader, are one of those friends. Thank you so much for your loyalty! I am thankful for my work, because it gives me a sense of purpose and fulfillment. I am thankful for my emotions, both negative and positive, because they make me feel more human, alive, and have greater empathy for others. I am thankful for my body, because even though it is not perfect, it is my own , rolls, curv

If there were one word to summarize how I’ve been feeling since my last entry, it would be: stuck. I’ve been stalled in my weight-loss journey, and while it is discouraging and depressing to say the least, I am still trying to hold onto hope that things will change for the better. Yesterday, I had a visit with the surgeon who I started seeing earlier this year, and he is still willing to work with me, but he wants to wait until next year to do any additional surgery. It’s so hard to wait, but the last thing I need are any additional complications that would come with another surgery. It’s almost three years since gastric bypass (three!), and I’m barely recovering from that, so I know that waiting is for the best, and for my ultimate health and safety. I wish that I had more positive news to report, but sadly, dear reader, I don’t. Here’s hoping for a better and brighter—and healthier!—2019. Peace always, Vanessa