on being gluten free - summary

so you all know i have been battling with digestive problems since before moving to Atlanta. I've had my gallbladder removed, a stone at the entrance to my liver removed...and I still have issues. Now I don't know what child birth feels like, but these digestive issues, especially the ones having to do with stones - they are no walk in the park. i can't tell you how many times my loved ones have found me doubled over in pain on the floor of my bathroom.

my friend L has been gluten-free for awhile. she's always said very positive things about it. I never had the restraint to eat gluten-free. i just loved breads so much. and pasta! and cakes and cookies! mmmmmmmmm

i have been gluten free for a week now and i feel so much better. i feel less weighed down. more energetic. just happier in general. i can't believe i waited this long to feel this way. L has been telling me how great gluten-free can be and i never listened. Sorry, L.

gluten free is not easy. i am hungry a lot and since i'm new to this, i'm eating a lot of meat, salads, beans and veggies. eventually i'll learn to cook gluten free. i do miss the convenience of sandwiches and pizza but i'll one day learn not to miss those. comfort food like mac and cheese or a burger and fries.

BUT this feeling is amazing. i am so glad to be gluten free! WEEEEEEEEEEEEE