Slowly but surely…

(Heather’s Perspective)…

Just thought I’d share a little photo. OK – given, not the world’s greatest photo… but better than nothing!!

About 109 kilograms / 240 pounds

Today, I fitted into another pair of jeans that I have kept in storage for years – and which couldn’t fit me for years – and which now fit me (comfortably, I might add)! They’re not the nicest or the most flattering pair of jeans… in fact, they’re those “mom jeans” that the fashion police warn you about. You know, high waist… high pockets… and a bit to much camel-toe for my liking!

Still! I-can-FIT-into-them!!! And this is cause for celebration!! (Now – I’m looking forward to getting too big for them, so I can happily toss them out!)

Yesterday, I went to the shops and purchased myself some new clothes (I have not done this in a very… very long time). I bought some new undies, a pair of boots and 2 nice jerseys (American friends, translate: sweaters). It felt really nice to shop at Woolworths – instead of at my usual haunt – Donna Claire or Penny C (which stock, I kid you not, disgusting… DISGUSTING clothes! For evidence – click here).

I’m still a bit impatient about the slow progress of weight loss… and yes, yes – I know, I know! 1 kg per week is supposedly perfectly acceptable progress – but I don’t have the patience for it! I want it ALL…GONE…NOW!! Maybe I should take Soo up on her offer of going for hip-hop dance classes together…. that’ll probably help the weight-loss progress, huh?

Anyway – that was just a quick little update for the day. Still extremely happy with my lap-band… and yes, I will book a 2nd fill for March – just to speed things up a bit.

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Colleen November 14, 2012 at 8:53 am #

Hi. My name is Colleen. I had my lap band inserted in June 2011 and have lost 47kgs. I was at 143kgs on the day of my surgery. I am having some issues with my band, getting blocked. My surgeon is suggesting I convert my band to a gastric sleeve which involves me stapling and cutting away 75% of my stomach. I am not very keen on doing this. I would like to get a second opinion. Who was your surgeon?

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"I am a creative, adventurous, optimistic generator of ideas... and I have ideas about so many things, that sometimes, I find it hard to sleep at night or focus on the mundane. I have ideas on how we can eradicate poverty, empower women, educate children and to build and grow sustainable initiatives that can change the world. I am passionate about social justice, fair trade, and facilitating a process whereby the poor can empower themselves (I'm all for trade-instead-of-aid... a hand-up, rather than a hand-out). As a Creative Social Entrepreneur - that's kinda what I do for a living. I invent and implement new projects, movements and initiatives - designed to tackle social problems in a creative way. This work gives me an incredible sense of fulfilment. I am especially interested in, and passionate about the empowerment, education, upliftment and emancipation of women and girls (world-wide)."

About Suzanne (Soo)…

"I am a certified NLP Life Coach, Hypnotherapist, Time Paradigm Techniques™ Practitioner and Stress Biofeedback Practitioner. Visit my professional blog suzannepatterson.wordpress.com for more information. My private practice is located in Melville, Johannesburg. I coach clients one on one or in small groups, and I also work with several NGO’s, schools and organisations. Face to face sessions are preferred, however webcam sessions can also be held via Skype or MSN Messenger, in certain circumstances. I am a 36 year old woman who is comfortable working with either adults or teens. What matters most is YOU the client, knowing you are in a comfortable and safe space – ready to make the changes which will set you on the path towards YOUR authentic life. I spent ten years working as a manager in the corporate world, before a life-changing journey to the summit of Kilimanjaro inspired me to change the direction of my life and pursue passion, personal reward and adventure. It hasn’t always been easy, I fall down, I get up again, I process the feedback, and I move forward. Coaching has supplied me with the tools to equip others to strive towards their own personal goals, whether it is finding the part of you which you lost long ago, or if you find yourself ready to set aside emotional baggage it no longer serves you to carry."

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