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Hey there! I'm 3/22 also! So we're twins!! I'm not scared or frightened (yet), more like anxious and excited. I will definitly keep you in my thoughts and prayers - please do the same for me

Wow, I can't believe I've made it to this point. I'm still sticking with the diet. Only one slip back on Day 2. I weighed this morning, and didn't lose any more, but that's really not surprising. I think because my calorie intake has dropped so dramatically on this diet, that my body has gone into "starvation" mode and is hanging on to what I currently have. That's okay, as my surgery in in less than 48 hours. So I'm sure that will shock my system in to letting go of some more fat. I have so enjoyed this website. It has everything! Good, bad, and ugly. It helps me to stay "real", if you know what I mean. And the support out there is phenomenal! I've met so many wonderful people, and have really enjoyed their input. I'm looking forward to all the support and "pearls of wisdom" that I will get after the surgery. No one very close to me has had this surgery, so the support from this website is vastly needed. Even though my DH and family are supportive, no one will truly understand what I will be going through.

Have you tried the Isopure drinks? They have 40 grams of protein. They're a bit pricey - about $5 each - and come in various flavors. They aren't my favorite way to get protein, but my taste buds are adapting. For now, I can handle the milk type Protein Drinks, but I've seen a LOT of folks talk about becoming lactose intolerant after the surgery,

Thank you so much for sharing this. You have given me something to think and pray about. I am so sorry for your pain and suffering. I can't even begin to imagine what this must have been like for you and your family to go through. I am glad that you seem to have turned the corner. I admire your courage, not only in having to face what you did, but also in sharing your story. You and your family will be in my prayers. Please keep me posted on how your healing is going.

IowaAndy - how long did you have your band before the sleeve surgery? Would you be willing to share your issues with your band? I got mine Jan 2007, and it worked great for a while, then I started having issues with it and it just went downhill from there.

Awesome! Glad to meet you. Keep us posted on your progress. This is a terrific group! Welcome! How are things going for you so far?

I see your in Dallas. I lived in Dallas my whole life until January 2009. Who was your doctor, if you don't mind me asking? If that makes you uncomfortable, I understand.

So far, so good. The liquid diet was tough the first few days, but now I'm just rolling along. Looking forward to Thursday. I keep thinking that I'm going to get a call any minute and told that they're going to have to change it, or that my insurance has changed their mind (LOL).

My hubby, mom, daughters and best friend are the only one's who know. My feeling at this point in the journey is that as I lose weight, if folks ask, I'll simply tell them that I'm eating much smaller meals (which is true). This is a personal decision for me, by me. I'm a very open book to just a few trusted people. I'm careful how much of my personal life/thoughts that I share with folks in my community. If someone asks me if I've had WLS then I'll be truthful and tell them yes. But I seriously doubt if anyone will ask me that, since I'm not very close with very many people. However, once the weight comes off, my feelings may change, and I may want to be more open about it in order to encourage others who might be thinking about it.

Welcome ABetterMe! How are you doing?

My surgeon feels that he SHOULD be able to do both in one procedure, but he warned that I should be prepared just in case. He's actually a general surgeon who has a tremendous amount of experience in dealing with all kinds of surgery, so I am hopeful that he can do both at one time. I'm concerned that if he can't do them both at once, I may not have the courage to go through with a second surgery. I will know for sure in only 3 more days. With my band, I had restriction for about 3 months, then got it too tight, then too lose, then too tight again. The last time I saw my lapband doctor was 2009, when he emptied it, due to me having spasms all through my esophegus, and into my neck and jaws. He said that it was too tight and needed to be emptied and then we'd give my stomach a rest. Even after it was empty, I continued to "stick". Until I started this pre-surgery liquid diet just 7 days ago, I would continue to stick several times a day. I am so sick and tired of having to spit-up at least once a day. At least on the liquid diet, I'm not having that problem. The most I lost with the lap band was about 50lbs and I gained it all back after my band was emptied. I'm ready for the sleeve and look forward to getting this all behind me. I feel that getting the band was probably one of the worst decisions I've ever made!

Today is Day 7 of my pre-surgery liquid diet. So far I've lost 6.3 lbs (as of this morning). The weekend was tough, even though DH did everything he could to be supportive. He even at the FF cream soups that I ate. I had to apologize to several family members for my attitude. I know I'm sounding more than just grumpy. Why is it that it seems no one can have a conversation without food being a part of it? And the commercials on TV . . . . almost all food. I know that this is part of what I'm going through, and soon this won't be so bad, but right now it just flat-out sucks!!!! However, with all that said, I can't believe it's only 3 days until my surgery! I am still looking forward to it, and it just doesn't seem real yet. I probably won't believe it, until the night before, when I won't be able to sleep . Looking around on this website has been very educational, and the encouragement from other's is amazing! I really appreciate everyone being so supportive, and sharing their experiences!

So far, I've lost 6.3 lbs on liquid diet. Struggled over the weekend, but DH was supportive. Now it's just 3 days left. Hopefully, 3 days from right now I'll be in recovery!!!

Both Saturday and Sunday have been difficult being on the liquid diet - but I haven't slipped yet. I've been having some really harsh cravings . . . like things that are crunchy, or a steak. Just anything I can really get my teeth in. But I know that I have a while to go before I can do that again. According to my doctor, I can't really start eating regular table foods until around the 6th week post-op. I have to be on clear liquids for the first 3 days, then full liquids until day 7. Then I will progress to "Blended Soft Diet" until the 6th week after surgery, which will also happen to be my DH's birthday. It's only 4 days now until my surgery, and it still seems so surreal . . . like it's a dream. I've done everything on my end to plan and be prepared. Even have some new books to read while recouping. I've been retaining a tremendous amount of water today, but I think it's from the liquids, since they tend to have a high sodiium content. Even though I drink water almost all day. Thinking about taking a water pill, but will ask the dietician in the morning. OH - one more thing . . . I've noticed that I'm a lot more tired, but again, I think that's from the liquid diet, and not getting as many calories. I've been averaging around 800 a day.

Congrats desert19! Glad to hear you're doing well. Keep us posted!!

I weighed this morning and lost another pound! That's a total of 5.2lbs in 4 days!! Wasn't as hungry as I had been the first few days. Last night aroud 9:30pm I started getting a little weak and feeling faint, and I realized that I hadn't had anything (except water) since 1pm. So I drank a Myoplex shake, that has 42g of protein. That really helped. I need to remember to eat more often! Today I'm working at the Food Pantry - giving away food to those who are in need. It's such a blessing. Only 5 days to my surgery and I'm still really excited. I continue to look through this forum, and only just discovered the "photos" tab. Seeing all the amazing before and after shots are really inspiring! Everyone looks so great. I think I'll keep a photo journal, but I don't know if I will be comfortable enough to post it. But, we'll see.

Down 5.2lbs since I started my liquid diet on 3/12. Sleep study went well, and now it's just a matter of waiting for 3/22.

So glad to hear your doing well! Congrats!! I can't wait for my turn

I weighed this morning and have lost 4.4lbs so far on the liquid diet. With all of the "necessities" out of the way (doctor's visits, tests, sleep study, etc), now it's just down to me focusing on staying on the liquid diet. Somehow it seems sorta "anti-climatic" now. I have this sort of "let down" feeling. Not in a bad way, but just that there's nothing in the immediate future for me to focus on, other than my surgery. Down to 6 days now (yayyyy). I'm afraid they will pass really slow, or really fast! I'm looking forward to getting this done, and feeling healthier, but I'm not very good at being patient, so I have no idea how I will be feeling over the next 6 days.

I just LOVE your blog! What a great attitude! Congrats on your sleeve.

I'm sure I'll have the same issue. I just keep hearing "baby sips - baby sips" in my head

Doing good today. How's it going with you? Has anyone heard from kbs1010?

Finished my sleep study (no sleeping issues - yayyyyy!). Also did my pre-op bloodwork. Now it's just focusing on the liquids until next Thursday! Just one week away!!!

Finished my sleep study (no sleeping issues - yayyyyy!). Also did my pre-op bloodwork. Now it's just focusing on the liquids until next Thursday! Just one week away!!!

Sleep study done, and over with. Apparently I have no sleep issues (Yayyy). I also had my pre-op blood work done today. So now it's just continuing with liquids. I can't believe my surgery is only a week from today!!