bikeryder

Reactions have been mixed between family and friends. Half my family is supportive - the other not so much. Same with friends. It's bizarre but it's almost as if some people are offended that I took this step. I got, "why don't you just try dieting" (really?), can't you just not eat (seriously?), and "you know, you'll still need to start exercising" (I'm actually very active - but just eat more when I work out).
Then there are those that assume I have secondary medical conditions - "will this get rid of your diabetes, lower your cholesterol, etc." (I haven't got any other conditions, just fat thanks".
I honestly don't think people know how judgemental they sound so I'm not taking it to heart. Just a little annoyed.
I had the surgery on 6/25 and am going back to work tomorrow. It should be interesting!

I was wondering, what city are you in. I am in the Chgo area & my surgical center is great. They have free seminars weekly to explain the different surgeries that are available.

My surgery date is January 16 and I can't wait. It's been a big battle for many years with my weight just raising all the time. I look forward to when I can walk up the stairs in my home and not be out of breath. I also know that my knees will enjoy the relief.

Sorry to hear it has been cancelled or let's say postpone... I think it's natural get nervous before any type of surgery..
Remember this is going to help you live a healthier life..

My surgery date is January 16 and I can't wait. It's been a big battle for many years with my weight just raising all the time. I look forward to when I can walk up the stairs in my home and not be out of breath. I also know that my knees will enjoy the relief.

I'm going to be a changed woman in t-minus one day 11 hours and 20 minutes!!

I am new to the forum and am 2 days out from surgery.

I am on day 3 day. First two days were difficult. I am hoping today I round a corner and it gets easier. The scale is moving (in the right direction) so that is encouraging.
I have been having 2-3 MaxPro Protein Drinks during the day, 1-2 servings of low sodium chicken broth and another Protein Drink for dinner but I add frozen strawberries and pineapples. My dietician recommended the nectar brand Protein drinks. They have a lemonade flavor and a flavorless that can be added to anything.

I think we have to be friends on FB in order for me to add someone to a group. If you, or anyone else, is interested just pm me your name and I will friend you on FB and then add you to the group.

I have a good friend who had a sleeve 18mos ago. People who met in here created a private Facebook page. I've been reading and asking questions there for the past 7 months or so. But now I really need to be talking to people who are at my same stage. Has anyone considered creating. FB group page? It's private, requires an invitation and it a lot better format that in here. Just a thought.

. Boil chicken (or a chunk of beef) with carrots, celery, onion, garlic, salt, pepper, etc until everything is turning to mush and chicken is falling off the bone, allow to cool, strain, skim fat off the top....takes a few hours but you can do big batches and freeze. I usually throw in peppercorns and a bay leaf too. The veggies need to be washed but just cut in big chunks, you don't even have to peel em. Chicken on the bone has the best flavor, I prefer a whole chicken or thighs (thighs are cheap!). You CAN freeze the chicken and save for chicken salad post op if you're feeling that rambunctious. My puppies usually get the carrots once they're done. It takes some time but it is sooo much better. I'm sure you can google 'homemade chicken broth' for specifics!

My surgery date is January 16 and I can't wait. It's been a big battle for many years with my weight just raising all the time. I look forward to when I can walk up the stairs in my home and not be out of breath. I also know that my knees will enjoy the relief.

I myself just started day 1 of my pre op diet... I also have 13 days to go... It's going to be tough..

I myself am two weeks out from my surgery as well. Just as you I am excited and nervous at the same time but I know it's all for the best

I start my pre-op diet on Jan 2 & from what I understand from my surgical center is you can not have any carbonated drinks..

I'm rt there with you Desertpixie. Nervous nervous nervous! But when I re think my decision I read posts on this board & I am reconvinced I am making the rt choice ore op diet day two for me. Surgery Monday!

I just started a thread for after you get your surgery for us January 2014 Bandsters Group. It is on the "post-op" side. We will look for you there and hope to hear your experiences. Support awaits X

I also will get the lap band on this day as well.

I just got my date! I asked for Jan 16th so I could have a long Martin Luther weekend to recover. I got my date...whoo hoo! I wanted to connect with others for this time frame. So excited can't wait.