mkcarpen

My heart tells me to do it. I am a single parent with two boys very active in sports. It seems like before every ball season I would tell myself I would lose weight so I would not embarrass my kids. When my son made the school team I knew for sure I would lose weight. I was so proud of my son and I wanted him to be proud of me. I never lost it. My youngest son tells me I am going to be like an office supply. I quess he means a pencil. Thanks for all of the encouragement. I am ready. highest 218/now 200/130

I am scheduled for the banding surgery on September 5th. My doctor has me on a diet 2 weeks prior to surgery. The first week consists of (1) meal of 500-700 calories, <10 grams of fat plus 2 Protein drinks a day. The second week consists of 4 -5 Protein Drinks a day. 48 hours before surgery is nothing but Clear liquids. I was told this is to reduce the liver. Does everyone go on such a strick diet prior to surgery? My pre-op weight was 204 lbs, 5'2". With 10 days to go until the surgery I am down to 200 lbs. I will probably lose another 5 lbs by the 15th. My insurance has approved the surgery but as I tell people I am doing it they say I am not big enough. Am I crazy for doing this?