Texasmom65

Congrats. I can't wait to reach Onederland. I haven't seen 199 in about 10 years.

I think part of my sluggish feeling is due to going 1/2 caffiene for my coffee. I have not went totally caffiene free yet. Next week will do the decaf coffee. One week at a time. LOL No headaches though, so I'm thankful. Leslie, I think the emergency bag idea. Maybe that will work for you. Good luck ladies.

Here is my fav pic. Me and my hubby.

I just added some pics taken this week while we are on vacation. (to my profile gallery) These are my "before" pics. Only 11 days until my surgery. Can't wait to post my "after" pics. :rolleyes:

I had just over 1200 cal. yesterday. with 2 Protein drinks and 2 Protein Bars......then for dinner a homemade hamburger. So I think I did pretty good. (Its hard doing this while on vacation) LOL Good luck to everyone today. Day 4....woo hoo. Only 11 more days until my surgery.

I just feel very sluggish and tired alot. I'll be glad when that passes.

I'm only planning on a few days. I have a desk job and work from home. But no more than one week unless I have complications. Good Luck.

Woo Hoo Congrats!! :dance:

I ready! On day two of my pre-op diet. I have 13 days until surgery. I'm so psyched about this, that today while shopping on vacation, I bought my souvenir shirts in a size L, instead of my normal 2X. I know I will be able to wear the L in a few months. I can't wait guys. I'm so excited. :whoo:

Great Idea....I love it. Thanks for doing this.

Thank you for the info. :-)

My depression medication is a capsule. I was wondering the same thing. It's small, shouldn't I be able to just swallow it as usual?

I've told alot of people too. My family, neighbors, employer and a few co workers. I also am making a video log and its private as well. I'm not putting on facebook, but I don't mind telling anyone who ask about it. Good Luck.

Ask for a copy of your sleep study. Not the technical part, but the dictated report from the doctor. It will help explain it more. I work for pulmonary docs and a couple of them do sleep studies also. It is a big business, but I know from just us, we don't order them unless the doc is pretty sure you have it. And since they are wanting you to have the Cpap test there must be something wrong. But so many people have it and don't know, even skinny people. But once you have the surgery and lose the weight you probably won't have it any longer. That is the good news. Sorry your surgeon is making you go to so many appts. Not saying it isn't part of the "plan", but hopefully he is doing it for your safety. Like PP said, just jump through the hoops to get it all over with.

My pre op diet is 1200 calories. They suggest I use Slim Fast or similar. I'm using Special K protein drinks and bars. A total of 5 per day. Then one low carb, high protein meal per day. Each surgeon is different on what they want. So call your surgeons office to email or fax you a copy of what they prefer.

Good Luck, I hope everything goes well today for you.

I'll join you. I started mine today too. I get 5 Protein shakes/bars. Right now I'm using Special K. But trying to find a powder I like. I ordered some from GNC. I also get one meal a day. What makes mine harder, is that I'm on vacation this week. But I know it will all be worth it in the end. Good luck to us both, and all to follow.

Try using FF Half and half, then add splenda. If you like flavors, you can try flavored liquid Stevia or the sugar free flavored syrups.

Thank you for the tip.

I think I will try the sippy cup.

I got my approval letter on the 13th of June. My surgeons office called and schedule me for surgery for July 11th. My pre op appt/testing and nut class is on July 6th. So hopefully yours will be soon too. Good Luck.

Have you called your doctor?

Thank you for sharing Joan. I noticed you say you work from home. On what day did you start working again, if you have yet? I work from home too and having my surgery on a Monday and hoping I can do a little bit of work on that Thurs and Friday. Even if its half days. I hope things keep getting better for you.

Congrats. :-)