It's hotter than eff here in the GTA (that's the Greater Toronto Area, for those not in the know)! And it's also the LAST WEEK OF SUMMER VACATION for my kids! The little one will be starting Jr. Kindergarten! Fonzie be praised, I will have 5 child free mornings a week. Until I go back to work, that is. And hopefully, that's coming soon. However, as wildly exciting as that is, it's not what this post is about. This post is about what a difference a year makes.
Last year at this time, basically, I was furniture. I pretty much moved between the couch and the bedroom, with brief stops at the kitchen. I remember this last week of summer vividly. My kids, quite rightly, wanted to play outside. And so, because I couldn't have walked to the park or done anything with them, I parked a chair out front of my house and watched them ride their bike and trike up and down the sidewalk. And I felt proud of myself because I'd figured out a way that they could be outside playing where I could sit. And today, thinking back on it, I am so disgusted with myself. That girl was worried about taking my littlest one to pre-school because it meant I'd have to walk from the car to the building and stand waiting for him to go in...and that was taxing for me. Today...one year later, I don't know that girl at all. And I am SO glad! She was a pain in the ass.
This summer, we've gone places, met friends, wandered Toronto, and had a blast. I've been constantly amazed at how much I can do, because my brain is still up there telling me "ooh, maybe we'd better not..." But I ignore him...crazy brain! We've done 10x more than we did last summer! Can you imagine what NEXT summer will be like?? I can't WAIT!
Today I went for a fill. Just .1 of a CC. And as I chatted with the nurse, she asked me if I'd be willing to talk to other potential patients about my experience and my success so far. I said I would...because I'd love to be the reason that someone like the girl I was one year ago turns into the girl I am now...and the girl I'm aiming to be. It'd be nice to be the reason someone changes their life.
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ReplyDeleteYou are awesome! Congrats on your amazing success!
ReplyDeleteYour post made my day Gilly! Congrats to you my darlin!
ReplyDeleteI know you're an inspiration to me so I'm sure you'd be the perfect poster child for your doctor's office. I'm proud of you Gilly!
ReplyDeleteJust like every one else already said...you're awesome!! :)
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like the going on's in my head now... I go from bed to couch and make all too frequent stops in the kitchen. I can only hope to have the success you've had by this time next year.
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!
BIG HUGE FREAKING GRIN ON MY FACE RIGHT NOW!!!
ReplyDeleteSooo happy for you, my friend!
xo
What a wonderful way to share your story!
ReplyDeleteYou just made me cry...you're wonderful and will inspire many, as you have inspired me.
ReplyDeleteI'm in a better mood after having read your post because I too can't wait to see where I am next summer compared to this summer...and like you, this summer for me was already better than last year's.
Love you Gillster.
Not only that, but you are an inspirational blogger, keeping us all entertained and on track. And you forgot about the belly dancing! So happy for you.
ReplyDeleteAnd this is what has made you a crazy success, even more so than your fab numbers! Congrats girl!
ReplyDeleteOh you made me cry. I can't wait to meet the person you are now.
ReplyDeleteGilly.. what a wonderful post.. honestly.. what a difference a year can make in your life. It's hearing your story that makes a difference for us all.. break through the barriers and become the you that you deserve to be.. well said
ReplyDeleteOh, Gilly! You are a rockstar. I love this post and how far you've come...and that you still have an eye on the future. You are a real hero, my friend!
ReplyDeleteGreat post, Gilly. Your boys were lucky to have you last year, but I know how nice it feels to be full of energy to DO things with them. Happy, happy days.
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ReplyDeleteI am crying tears of joy and pride for you right now. Gilly, you are incredible. I mean it.
ReplyDeleteWhat a difference a year can make. Great post.
ReplyDeleteAt times I wish I was losing faster, but then I look back to before surgery and how hopeless I felt about ever losing weight. Now that I'm well on may way, it's a great feeling to know that I'm actually doing it and my goal is attainable.
It's great that you'll be sharing your experience with others considering the surgery.
Fonzie be praised? I just about spit out my coffee with that one. You much be a fan of Family Guy :)
ReplyDeleteI missed this! D'oh!
ReplyDeleteI love this post so much I want to have it's illegitimate love child.
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ReplyDeleteGilly! COME BAAAAACK.
ReplyDeleteHi Gilly,
ReplyDeleteI'm new here, but your post is very inspiring to me- I have a two year old that I can barely keep up with, hopefully this time next year- I will be banded on 10/1- I can have the same feeling you now have.
Somehow I missed this post. I'm trying to stay positive by thinking where I will be next year so your post is very inspirational.
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ReplyDeleteYou are a rockstar! What an inspiration!
ReplyDeleteI left you an award over on my blog :-)