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now i'm seriously sad. looks like @Kay Ballance is not on the board anymore. she joined August 2nd, last post was August 2nd - haven't heard from her - today is 8/27 - we'll prob never know her prob - hope she is safe, well & feeling better kathy

@Smores ahhhhh, wonderful news you sound very excited!! liquid diet is a pre-op diet that many go through. muddle through it, shrink your liver and your weight. your new life is beginning. follow all the many rules your NUT and surgeon give you water, protein, carbs etc. are very important Words to live by. good luck kathy

@Nurse_Lenora i remember you sorry you gained some weight. important thing is you are acknowledging that you have/ had a problem. doing liquids now is a great jump start to loose some weight at a rapid speed. (making you feel good) then continue with all that you learned as a newbie. (water, protein, etc.) turn around -support is always near by good luck kathy

@ridingrae "knowing the problem is half the solution" what's worse than gaining 15 lbs? answer - gaining 16 lbs.!! i've been there, done that over the years if i were in your position, i would have 3 shakes a day, or 2 shakes a day w/light meal. basically a liquid diet. i would do this for 5 days, or 7 or............... this should/will help you loose weight - give you a quick jump start. then continue to eat and drink like you learned as a newbie. these suggestions are easy for me to write. unfortunately, not simple to follow. with determination and strength, you can be a success. yes, this IS tough. you know what to do - you just need a kick in the arse to get you started!! LOL ready, set, go, and you are off!! good luck kathy

@heycrystal2052 hey bud you are such a cutie. this "recipe" helped you loose 191 lbs.!! i think i'll try it. you are aces!! keep up the good job kathy

especially when they are from my cooking i do enjoy my chili, put into pre-measured portions in freezer. nice leftovers. easy peasy!! that's about the extent of my cooking LOL not the best cook i keep experimenting, trying to improve my skills (or lack of)!! "Do or Do Not there is NO try)" Yoda kathy

@CamillaSappho i thought i heard someone singing congrats on your successful event!! good luck kathy

which one is it? kathy

@FlyFatA$$Fly maybe not for you, but........... @bossportsgal glad you did well on the race - never doubted you would! does the speed i used to do at a buffet count towards running a race? LOL if it does, i usually ended up in first place!! kathy

@mybariatricjourney woo hoo!! wishing you a healthier, happier, longer life good luck speedy recovery kathy

@beebee17 count down..... 71, 70, 69, 68........... and you will be offfff!! "maybe" a few bumps in the road. you might fall down/ stumblealways, always get up!! i know you can/will be another success story!! good luck bud speedy recovery kathy

@Kennalb i didn't bring any electronics, cell phone, IPAD, etc. - or even a book to read!! after recovery i slept, and slept. i snored a lot too!! wherever you live, you probably heard me LOL You could bring an adapter for your things - i didn't this it was necessary for an adapter. maybe you would like it. how's that for a 1/2 assss answer LOL good luck - kathy

@RSM all my docs had a list of my medicines pre-op i take a lot of pills AM then a lot more PM a couple of meds are "horse pills" absorption problems aren't applicable to the sleeve. (covering my assss to say usually not) but there shouldn't be a problem. malabsorption (msp) is usually referred to in gastric bypass surgery. good luck kathy

@danybx hap, hap, happy birthday!! you have a lot to look forward to. stay positive, happy, enthusiast, excited, etc. etc.... enjoy watching your kids have fun at Cony Island- next year, you too should be able to fit and enjoy any ride you want!! good wishes for your upcoming surgery. good luck kathy

@emmybaby666 woo hoo buy those change of address cards tell all your friends.......... you now live in Onderland, USA let's get this party started!! kathy congrats

@Janine510 drinking ONLY liquids for the next 3 weeks, those nasty 6 lbs should come off! (no guarantee), but you should be successful good luck with WLS!! speedy recovery kathy

@Happily ever after @**Janie** "they" say it's easy to lose weight. (years past before WLS) (i don't think that is true, but that's another story) keeping it off is the hard part - that's one reason we have WLS. many OP will drink protein shakes to give them that jump start, and to help bring weight down. if you don't remember all the rules, then ask for a refresher course/help. no need to be embarrassed! IMO water is the most important "rule" - plenty of liquids, (64 oz.) never drink during meals, and don't drink for at least 30 minutes after you eat. eat more protein (chicken, fish etc.) watch the carbs. always measure your food - moderation is very important. put food on small plates, use small utensils. (effective, but head game) eat, chew sllllowly, chewing thoroughly, be patient with this process. don't compare yourself to OP. ie - some OP lose weight quicker than others, more lbs too!! this is not a race!! but, ready set gggggo!! (i am "watching" you!!) LOL - Get back to work!!! - NOW!! good luck kathy

I will say i'm maintaining at GOAL (3-5 lb) fluctuation DOS 12/15/11 235 lbs present 130 lbs

@TammyLee66 nice of you to check in on the board 91.2 lbs gone pre & post op!! terrific - great job keep up the good work good luck kathy congrats

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hey Tex, welcome, welcome, welcome looks like you are a newbie to this site, but not the sleeve. 5 years maintaining!! terrific! you are aces dude. great pics - don't know who looks better, the car or you? guess who i vote for? hope you stick around this board. newbies et al love hearing advise from VETS like you. getting help and good advice keep up the good work for the rest of your healthier, happier, longer life kathy congrats

@lovemylab13 welcome, welcome, welcome hi Deb you say you are shy? you jumped right into the board feet first not bad for a newbie. most OP are scared, excited etc as they are starting WLS. you are no different. like you said, there is a lot of support and info here on the board. read, read learn as much as you can. KNOWLEDGE IS POWER!! since you asked - i am doing great, 5+ years PO - 105 lbs GOAL!! healthy and happy camper! what WLS are you having done? lap band, sleeve, gastric bypass or other? enjoy jumping through the hoops of ins!! good luck kathy

@DeezUU starkist one serving pre-mixed tuna fish, also salmon doesn't have to be cold - i put in on sliced pieces of green pepperyummy to my tummy!! take it slow this first week back to work. don't over due if possible good luck kathy

@gmanbat how have things been going these past 10 days?? keep your spirits UP while your weight goes DOWN! good luck kathy