africanqueen

Mscaramel, you are able to do this. I am on day 11 of my two weeks. My surgery is Monday 8/15. I have had some temptations,some everything. From wanting this food to that food but I know what I am working toward and that is what my mind is set on. You just look forward to 8/23. Keep me posted and we can chat or you can give me a call. Thats what got me thru this. A friend of mine just had it done and she really talked with me and supported me. My number is 912-220-6396

You are not alone. I did the same thing. I have only told 3 coworkers well 4. The fourth one found out because she was doing benefits for the insurance and ran across my name. I just told a close friend because she is my drop off and pickup from the hospital.One of the 4 coworkers had lap band surgery about 5 weeks ago and talking to her been a relief. I am like some of the other people, I don't like my business in the street. Plus my family is not a supportive family. Plus I told them just in case something happens and someone will know whats going on and to contact my mother. Telling has to be something that you feel comfortable doing. If you are not there yet don't say anything til that time. I have my surgery 8/15/11 and I will tell my mother for Thanksgiving when I see her again.

Ok I have 7 more days of this and I am really getting fustrated. The good thing about it that I have lost 15lbs. This weekend was very tough. I had to go out of town and everyone was eating the foods I love and I am sitting with them drinking a slim fast, eating some jello and drinking crystal light. What a meal? I don't know if I can make it to 8/15. I need some help I want some mash potatoes and gravy.

<BR><BR><BR>Tabby I understand, my co-workers husband grilled some spinach. She warmed up that food and I thought I was going to lose it. Now I begged for a taste of that spinach. I put it in my mouth and just sucked the juice and the seasoning off, that was the best taste ever. That was like the only thing I needed was something different. I was calm for the rest of the day.<IMG class=bbc_emoticon alt= src="http://cdn.lapbandtalk.com/public/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif">

Today is #3 for me and it has been challenging. I know 8/15 will be here before you know it.

I finally have my surgery date for 8/15/11. Today is my first day on the diet and I really want to eat. I am so happy that I am having the surgery but this liquid stuff. I know I have to be strong and to encourage myself but I need more encouragement than just me and another friend. HEEEEEEEELLLLLLPPPPPP