The First Diary of Trudy C age 40 something!

[sididd]

Hello are you back ?????????????? Have you been good?

 

[trudyc]

Silly question Siddid - got to Butlins to find that Ben's Daddy had been a typical 'boy' and booked basic accom which was three bedrooms and a bathroom - no kitchen at all so the dukan food I had bought to cook and all the other stuff was a waste of time - not even a microwave!!! Hilarious - needless to say I used it as a total excuse to eat rubbish till it was coming out of my ears!!! Oh dear.... Actually had a fasting day yesterday before getting back to some serious PP days today....Butlins was good but way expensive with four children all wanting to go on rides and spend money!!!! The entertainment was fab for the little kids and Ben loved that along with the swimming pool!!!! All in all a good time but if we were to go again I would definitely go for a place with a kitchen!!!! LOL!
Went for the pre-op checks today and they were all fine! Just waiting for the bloods to come back but if all okay booking in at 7.45am on Monday!!! Paid the bill today - don't think I have ever paid that much on a card at one time before!!! LOL - all my savings are gone but hey ho!!!! LOL it's only money!!!
Ben is full of pancakes and a happy bunny..... I have rehearsal tonight - had a long one last night so not really feeling it but must go as not gonna make it for a few weeks after the op!!! Hope all is good with you all...... Will try and catch up on your diaries now! x

 

[sididd]

No kitchen, ok we'll forgive and forget your weekend away. Roll on Monday for your op xxx by the way get a nurse to post for you to tell us your ok after your op xxx lol are you having a bjob boob job while your in????????lol

 

[CHRISR]

brought back happy memories of a Butlins Minehead holiday many moons ago

I know I've been missing and Ive checked back a few pages to read about your op I think I may know what it is but I'm concerned for you T, well, selfish too really because I can't do without you being on MM's my lovely friend X

p.s. I've pulled a muscle between shoulder blades think I may have got a bit carried away with Mr Jackson and the Wii, can hardly flaming move! MrR cleaning the kitchen though ha ha

 

[sarafvrm]

I'm with Chris, but haven't liked to say it. From what I can tell this is major surgery you're having and not to be taken lightly. I know you're set on it though so really wish you all the best for Monday and for the days and weeks after. As Sid says, please get someone to post an update on your diary afterwards, so we know you're ok. Is this something you've contemplated for a very long time? It all seemed very sudden from your diary! Good luck xxxxx

 

[trudyc]

It's pretty major surgery I know but it has been on my mind for a long time..... I always thought I couldn't afford to have it done here in the UK and was nervous about travelling abroad for it...... Once I found out I could have it done in Hereford by a person recommended to me it all seemed possible and so I decided to go for it.....been a big decision to make for sure but I hope it proves to be the right one! Will be taking my laptop with me to hospital so will let you know xx

 

[sarafvrm]

Any idea how long you'll be in for? Will you be taking lots of muffins? xx

 

[Paulinegin]

It's pretty major surgery I know but it has been on my mind for a long time..... I always thought I couldn't afford to have it done here in the UK and was nervous about travelling abroad for it...... Once I found out I could have it done in Hereford by a person recommended to me it all seemed possible and so I decided to go for it.....been a big decision to make for sure but I hope it proves to be the right one! Will be taking my laptop with me to hospital so will let you know xx

Can you put your webcam on in the theatre, Trude?!

P x

 

[CHRISR]

Yep a big decision that only you know if its right for you - GO GIRL - I will virtually visit you with a bunch of flowers and bring some real ones in the summer

 

[sididd]

Good job we all dont live close or we would all be there around your bed with muffins and flowers in hand lol. The nurses wouldnt know wehat had hit them xxx

 

[trudyc]

Awww thanks girls.... Not sure if I will be in for one or two nights - they will want to get you out of there asap being as it's private!!! LOL! Very excited and a little nervous - got measured for the corset thing you have to wear after surgery and LMAO as I was an XXL - they kept saying that they come up really small so don't be paranoid but OMG laughed out loud at that one!!!!
Anyway another good PP day after my Butlins misdemeanours!
B - muffins
L - scrambled egg/ mug cake with no tolerated!!!!
D - salt and pepper chicken with sweet chilli sauce/ muffins
Mug cake was Neonic recipe - quark/egg/sweetner and lemon - turned out looking a bit like the scrambled egg but tasted fine!!! LOL!

 

[chinababe]

Good luck on Mon Trudyc
I had it done 2 years ago & am so glad that I did. Was able to wear a bikini for the first time in 20 odd yesrs & not feel self conscious about belly.

 

[Maintainer]

We'll all be tuning in for updates, Trudy... you are so brave. I wish you well! You'll have the best motivation ever not to regain any weight! That flat tum will be a keeper! Have they talked much about how you'll be afterwards? I mean I presume you shouldn't be doing your very active job for a while, right?

 

[trudyc]

Playing that one by ear Jo, they suggest a similar recovery to c section..... I had a c section with Ben and was walking two miles three days later so if I am the same with this then will head for the office and do paperw
ork but otherwise will keep in house! Allowing a week or so for sure if needed! Got Ben booking in with my childminder for the hospital stay and then we will see! The pesky pounds I gained at Butlins are going gradually - another couple of good days will hopefully see them all gone - could not believe the gain I had from four days away - 12 lbs girls - 12lbs - nearly fell off the scales in shock and could have cried!!!!! I mean I may not have eaten Dukan friendly but I didn't just pig my way through the weekend!!!! 9 of them are gone but still!!!!

 

[couteaux]

Trudy, be gentle with yourself and don't try and rush back to activity too fast! You will know how your body is responding, but give yourself as much time as you need!

Will be sending HUGE get well wishes your way on Monday. Can't wait to hear how you are xox

 

[trudyc]

Well last night the gals and I decided to have a Valantines date and so I ended up having a gala type meal!!! 1 lb up on the scales this morning but hey ho, was good fun and back on track again today..... Was a good PP day till the evening and had one drink, chicken and chips and ice cream! Had fun bowling too and playing stupid arcade games!
Onwards and downwards...... LOL - hope you all had a fab Valentines day!

 

[CHRISR]

the scales just show numbers and a little 1 is not important in the grand scheme of things - glad you had a fab time

 

[trudyc]

A good day today - the weather was glorious - could not believe how lovely and sunny it was!!! LOVELY! Finding the lack of caffeine quite difficult in the afternoon but still managing to stay away from the wake up juice!!! Sure it will get better once it is totally out of my system. Got some shopping in today and cleared out the fridge - because I haven't had a PV day for AGES I threw out a ton of veggies that did not look very nice and loads of stuff that I bought from the Low Carb Megastore which actually turned out to have far to much carbs for Dukan!!!! Loads of stuff tucked away at the back that was out of date!!! Loads more room in the fridge now and looks nice and organised..... Think I may try shopping on line when I get back next week - never done it before but will not be driving for a bit!!! £5.00 delivery charge about the same as the petrol to get there!!!! LOL!
Good day today - another PP but probably should get some veg in tomorrow!!LOL!
B - muffins
L -HUGE steak with onion sauce
D - muffins/ dukan custard
Not enough meat today but may snack on some turkey later!!!

 

[sarafvrm]

Why are you trying to give up caffeine, Trudy? I don't know of a reason why you shouldn't drink 1 or 2 cups of coffee a day. Xx

 

[Paulinegin]

Morning Trudy

Waitrose does free home delivery (if you have a Waitrose) or Ocado's a good choice - if you've not used them before you will get circa £15 - £25 off your first order. Love a bit of free money

P x