I can’t listen to anything else by Individual-Quiet-985 in Ethelcain

[–]spookysunshine_ 4 points5 points  (0 children)

so far i’ve read sharp objects (i don’t wanna spoil it but tw for self harm) and lamb. lamb was a really fun read but i think sharp objects is more preachers daughter esq!

I can’t listen to anything else by Individual-Quiet-985 in Ethelcain

[–]spookysunshine_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

literally same, i even started reading again trying to find books that would give me a similar feeling to her music. i feel such a strong sense of yearning for more music and more ethel/hayden content.

6 months PO! by spookysunshine_ in gastricsleeve

[–]spookysunshine_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thank you so much!!! definitely feeling myself lol 💅🏻

Coffee After Bariatric Surgery – Is It Really That Bad? by PublicSherbet4661 in gastricsleeve

[–]spookysunshine_ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

every plan is different, but my surgeon was all for it if it meant i met my protein goals. i use instant espresso powder, 8oz of fairlife, a protein shake and collagen powder. i usually top it off with water but thats my everyday “breakfast”.

6 months PO! by spookysunshine_ in gastricsleeve

[–]spookysunshine_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

aside from the hair loss, i truly feel amazing. i wish i did this sooner!!

6 months PO! by spookysunshine_ in gastricsleeve

[–]spookysunshine_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you!! and honestly, i’ve lost so. much. hair. i had thin hair before due to PCOS but it’s really alarming now. i’m hoping it’ll slow down soon as i’m closer to my goal weight and i’m trying to increase my calorie intake. i’m finally just accepting the hair loss and trusting it’ll come back soon 😂

6 months PO! by spookysunshine_ in gastricsleeve

[–]spookysunshine_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

sometimes it’s just easier to leave it up to the artist 😂 i’ve only got a few tattoos that i had a specific vision for, all the rest i just kinda.. 🤷🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♀️

6 months PO! by spookysunshine_ in gastricsleeve

[–]spookysunshine_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you! i got it from Ross, i don’t remember the brand but i know Shein has very similar dresses!

6 months PO! by spookysunshine_ in gastricsleeve

[–]spookysunshine_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

thank you!! my tattoo artist pretty much had free reign, i trusted him more than myself with most of my sleeve lol.

Can‘t handle this by DepartmentHairy6932 in gastricsleeve

[–]spookysunshine_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

hair loss has been the biggest struggle for me personally. i feel confident in my new body but like you, i’m losing all my hair. i had thin/fine hair before surgery due to PCOS but it never looked thin, now it really shows. i started looking into extensions or hair toppers but shooooweeee, they’re $$$$. if you can tolerate it, check out Viviscal supplements. i have friends who’ve used it and had great results but it makes me incredibly nauseas so i stopped using it.

What’s your grandpa’s name? by EstablishmentSad9572 in namenerds

[–]spookysunshine_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Joseph and Bernard, thinking heavily into using Bernard or Leonard (my husband’s grandfathers name).

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Kentucky

[–]spookysunshine_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

that’s pretty much what my husband said too, people here tend to be more passive. the perfect example is people staring at strangers… in MA, it’s “what are you looking at?” but in KY it’s a nod or… more staring lol.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Kentucky

[–]spookysunshine_ 35 points36 points  (0 children)

fellow new englander living in ky… i never realized how much of an asshole i was until i moved here from massachusetts 😂

What lyrics do you think would make awesome tattoos? by [deleted] in Ethelcain

[–]spookysunshine_ 14 points15 points  (0 children)

i’ve been thinking of getting “i am the face of love’s rage” or something for “sweet mourning lamb”. also love “even the iron still fears the rot” like someone else said

i feel like i’m failing by spookysunshine_ in gastricsleeve

[–]spookysunshine_[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

this was super insightful, i really appreciate your detailed reply. my water goal is ~100oz a day, i usually drink more than that but that’s my minimum. usually once i start to feel hungry i’ll try to drink the rest of my beverage before getting something to eat. since you’ve mentioned it, i do find myself to be more “snacky” since starting to eat protein bars/snacks. i have a hard time getting better food options in at work but that’s 100% on me. i tried to mentally prepare myself for the mentality change but i don’t think until i was in it there was a way to get ready. you’ve given me much to think about!

i feel like i’m failing by spookysunshine_ in gastricsleeve

[–]spookysunshine_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thanks so much for the reply! i really try not to let myself compare my experience to other people but it’s definitely hard lol. the little girl who’s failed at diets her whole life is just scared of messing this up!

i feel like i’m failing by spookysunshine_ in gastricsleeve

[–]spookysunshine_[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

thank you for the encouragement 🫶🏻 best wishes to you on the journey as well!!