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Janette- I felt so badly for you as I read your post. I will keep you in my daily prayers for strength, patience, and a speedy recovery. Look at the positives, there are some. I have dealt with severe depression in the past and I know how difficult it is on the mind, body, and soul. Take good care of yourself and enjoy your home and family. Take it easy. Sandy

Hi- I've been here looking for support and advice for a couple weeks. I'm now on liquids only and I'm a bit confused... I was so excited at my pre-op appointment I didn't "hear" everything the doc said. Can I have sugar-free Jello? Does the color matter? I'm pretty sure he said Protein shakes would be fine... I seem to be having more of these duhh! moments the closer I get to surgery day. Thanks-

It was so nice to wake up this morning and read all the encouraging messages. I have been "preparing" for surgery for a year now through Kaiser programs. Yes, I have lost some weight but the journey has been long and difficult. I look forward to getting my new tool.:thumbup1: I will have a very dear friend be with me on my surgery day, and I have my pre-op friends through the Options classes as well, so I am not entirely alone. And now I feel I have friends on this forum. Thank you for your warm welcome and I definately appreciate all prayers and good thoughts.

Hi all- I'm a newbie. I came here looking for inspiration and support. I have found a lot of inspiration. I need support because I am not telling my family about my surgery. They are loving but not supportive. They have noticed a little weight loss but haven't a clue what I'm up to. Whenever I get some courage to share details they say something like, "Let me take that _____ out of your way since you're finally staring to lose weight, and it's about time."Fill in the blank with any type of food. I will be sleeved on November 24th at South Bay Kaiser. So far I am a bit scared but excited to start my jouney. Thanks for letting me lurk around and gain inspiration from your stories and advice.

Hi all- I'm a newbie too. I came here looking for inspiration and support. I have found a lot of inspiration. I need support because I am not telling my family about my surgery. They are loving but not supportive. They have noticed a little weight loss but haven't a clue. Whenever I get some courage to share details they say something like, "Let me take that _____ out of your way since you're finally staring to lose weight, and it's about time."Fill in the blank with any type of food. I will be sleeved on November 24th at South Bay Kaiser. So far I a bit scared but excited to start my jouney. Thanks for letting me lurk around and gain inspiration from your stories and advice.