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brbm6
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On week two of liquids and protein shakes are getting a little boring...I need some ideas. Soups, smoothies, etc. Recipes would be appreciated. Thanks!
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3 more days until my surgery! YEAH! I am ready to start the new me. I have been on liquids now for 2 weeks and am already down 17 lbs. Does anyone have any good soup ideas? My shakes are fine but are getting boring!
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I had cold feet the first time I talked seriously with a surgeon (2 yrs. ago) and I like you thought why can't I do this on my own. I guess I felt a little cocky and didn't go through with the surgery. Needless to say, it has been 2 yrs. and I have gained a good 20 lbs. extra to loose. Since meeting with my surgeon (a new one), I am sure this is the right time and surgical staff for me! Sometimes things just don't fit! Have you talked to any other surgeons? Maybe you should see a few and make a decision on who would be best for you. At least then, you have some control over the situation. It may make you feel a bit better. Then again, it may just be cold feet. You have to make the decision as what is right for you and the pick the right time! Good luck.
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You are at LGMC???? I am Kevin's wife!
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Mine is April 5th too. I have BCBS Tennessee and I live in Texas...small world!
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I have Muscle Milk chocolate but I just tried the
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Don't beat yourself up about slipping...it happens to us all! Start with 2 liquid protein shakes and one small meal of grilled fish/chicken and lots of veggies. I found the 4 oz. size cups of yogurt a necessity if I really needed something between. Hang in there! You will be fine.
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I am excited too! I don't even mind the Protein shakes and liquid diet. My surgery is April 5th and I can not wait. My goal is to be fit and healthy by 40! (1 1/2 yrs. to go!) I do not care if I end up a size 8 or 16 as long as I feel good. I think that is what has made this such an easy decision for me (I backed out 2 yrs. ago) this time. I am mentally ready...I can not wait to start my life again. I want to be the strong mom that my girls will admire.
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It was meant to be! What a great new start.
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We will have to keep up with eachother and cheer eachother on! Congrats to you too!
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I think it is so neat you are having surgery on your birthday! Congratulations.
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April 5th!!! Yeah! Can't wait!
