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I'm scared of the tightness that I've read about when flying. I don't want it to tighten on me and then I'm sick for the whole vacation. When I go back for my next fill though they said we'd talk about it and decide on a good choice for me depending on how I'm doing with the 4.4 CCs in my band right now.

It's all about the journey. I'm only 4 weeks out and I'm realizing a lot of the things you've realized as well. We're not perfect but we're doing something about it. You're leaps and bounds ahead of others who have done NOTHING to change. Stay strong. You're an inspiration.

Good luck! This is a great place for support (even if sometimes it's hard to hear)!

I know what you mean about the bored part! However, I've been making myself do things I've put off so long around the house. For example, I tackled my closet. Boy, that took about 3 days to do! (And I was able to add the "Cleaning" part to myfitnesspal as cardio!). Hang in there! You'll be fine!

You look absolutely AMAZING! Congrats!

LadyDiva, I have a friend who had the sleeve done and she likes to drink their protein juice. I don't usually like protein juices so I tried the powder and yeah, it's good. I just mixed some with my broth right now and it's great. BillieG, welcome! It varies from surgeon to surgeon but my diet goes like this: Week 1 - clear, thin liquids, Week 2 - thicker liquids like soups with no chunks, Week 3 - mushy food like well-blended tuna and light mayo, and Week 4 - I can eat solids twice a day. Around that time I'll have my follow up and I guess that's when I'll be released to eat 3 meals.

Please take care of yourself! I know how you feel though - I'm only 6 days post-op but since the school year is ending I have to pack up my classroom and it's SO tempting to just pick up a few boxes here and there. I remind myself that no, it's not worth it and just wait on one of my teaching buddies to move things for me. Take care!

Thanks for the advice! Dylanmiles - Your shake sounds delicious, btw! And LadyDiva - I am burnt out on Muscle Milk drinks. They disgust me because that's all I had during my pre-op diet! LOL Luckily I found GNC ones that I tolerate and I ordered flavorless protein powder to put in my food. My ex was someone I cared about but I had no desire to contact him AT ALL since I broke it off until these past few days. So I know that it's just me being super vulnerable right now. I've been reading these forums all day and been in chat and I feel way better. Thank you all!