Valentina

You'll be losing your weight, not your sense of humor, my friend. If your hubby is serious about his concerns, talk your WLS through with him---until he understands 199% and then some. Spousal support is SO important. It sounds like you two are a "fun" couple. Wonderful! Prayers going up for a future overflowing with----fun.

I took a new gown and my robe from home. I wanted the smell of "home", not "hospital" next to my skin. I also took my own soap and toiletries . I wanted to smell like "me", not a "hospital patient". I also took my comfy slippers--easy on/off, cell charger, and my rosary (can't hurt, right?) Oh, and a pix of my family. Prayers going up for a joyful journey.

Yeah, what he ^^^ said. Here it is, Friday. You posted your first comment yesterday. You've gotten more than a mouthful of "advice", Friend. So------- Have you called for a consultation with your bariatric surgeon???? If not, why not? I agree with you----something is wrong. I just don't necessarily agree about where the "problem" lies. Call. Make an appointment ASAP and get your answers--calmly and factually. Only then will you know how to proceed. Good luck to you on your WLS journey. I hope you can make it a joyful one. Prayers going up for you.

I ear "Miracle Noodles" whenever the family is having Pasta or rice. The noodles really have no taste of their own, but will take on the taste of whatever you put over them. The Miracle Noodle company will send you recipes if you ask or go online and get them. Just be sure to rinse, rinse, rinse and then rinse Miracle Noodles before using them as they have a "strange" odor. Not a bad ordor--just strange. They work for me. I hope you will give them a try. Good luck. Let us know if you try them and your thoughts. Prayers going up.

If you have a "natural food" store near you==that's the best place to find it. There you can scoop it out of a bin and a qt. contain will cost about two dollars. You can also buy it on Amazon and at Walmart, but it is in a fancy bottle and ultra refined. A small bottle will cost about seven dollars. Good luck where ever you find it. It's worth it and it's yummy.

​If there is no redness nor pain, I would put a band aid over it and call your bariatric team in the morning. . If you are going to panic, then call the office now and ask for a call back by the physician on call. Rest easy. Take a deep breath. Call now or in the morning. Which ever will put you at ease. Prayers going up for you, Friend.

Sorry to hear about your day. Some days just suck, don't they? Have you tried getting out of the house? Go for a walk. Anything to distract yourself from the "demon food". How about a Protein shake smoothie?: one scoop of Protein powder, a portion of frozen fruit, a zero calorie liquid and three ice cubes. It's yummy and good for you. Groom the dog. Anything to distract yourself. Keep posting and let us know how you're going. We really do care. Prayers going up for you, Friend. Keep your hands busy: read a book, color, paint, crochet, knit, clean the house.

I add nutritional yeast to anything and everything. It adds Protein (app. 8gr/2 TBLsp) to everything. In Soups it tastes like savory croutons. On meat, fish, fowl, it has a cheesy taste. It's a great way to boost the protein count of whatever you're eating. Give it a try. "you'll like it". Good luck and let us know how you're doing along your journey. Prayer going up for you, Friend.

Drove myself home and never looked back.

For a good "romp" and great belly laughs, try Julie Garwood's "Pirate" series. They are great for escapism and come along with a good dose of that "tingling" sensation. All in the good and "proper" pre-Victorian era. Great, mindless summer time read---or as my daughter says, "warm weather women's porn". At my age, I'll enjoy every "tingle" I can get.

Historic fiction? Are we talking about a good Julie Garwood??? My all time favorite!

Congrats on your weight loss. A very old and wise woman (wait! she was me! ) told me once, "Make the most of what you have and the least of what you haven't". Be joyful with your WL journey. It may be more leisurely than what you thought, but the scenic route is the more joyful. You're going a great job. Believe it.

A couple of weeks ago I got change from a bait shop and put it into my "bra pocket". Much later, I was going to pay for lunch with it, but changed my mind when I took it out and it smelled of yesterday's squid bait! And no, it wasn't "me"...

Please, please, try to ensure that your spouse is of the same mind set as you BEFORE you have WLS. Do everything you can and then do some more. Get counseling --separate and together--whatever it takes . Spousal support is crucial for the upmost success of a WLS journey. Without it, the journey can be dark and lonely. My SO committed suicide the morning of my WLS. He was against it. I was told, "Don't worry. He'll come around ". He didn't. Please do everything you can and then some to reassure and ensure your spousal support. It really does matter. Prayers going up

Back in the day--5yrs ago, I asked for 3 surgery dates. That gave me some leeway when scheduling for time off. I did the office scheduling and it was much easier to make everyone happy when I had three different dates to work around everyone else's schedule---making coverage easier and smoother for everyone. I would think the sooner the better ---that you will be needing the time off. Good luck!

One "hoop" at a time. So far, so good. It all sounds positive to me. Welcome! Keep posting so we "can keep an eye on you"!

I keep my hair very short, so if I lost any hair at all, I didn't notice it--now 5yrs out. Protein, protein, protein. That's all I can suggest. I wonder sometimes if genetics have a hand in the hair loss mix. ???

Welcome! Keep reading, researching and posting. --look forward to following your progress through the process.

I always feel that I need to start by suggesting that you call your bariatric team and let them guide you. They are familiar with your specific plan as well as you personally. Soooo, the pureed stage can be the most creative level of WLS menus. Anything you can cook in a crock pot and then blend in a blender is a "go". Step out of the box---like chicken cooked in diet root beer in a crock pot sounds whacky, but is really yummy. Pureed foods have to be smooth--not tasteless, so don't forget your seasoning. Cottage cheese just needs to be blended down until smooth. I hope I have helped a wee bit. Be creative and have fun with the pureed stage. Prayers going up for you and your imagination! PS: The soup question? yes, you can. Better yet, make your own bone soup, add some nutritional Protein (for added protein and flavoring) and dig in!

When in doubt, call your bariatric team. They have the guidelines from your specific plan. Generally speaking: no crackers on pureed. But: Every plan is different. Call and find out what's on yours.

Oh, dear. Please call your bariatric team or your PCP. They know you best and can guide you. I am soooo sorry that you are going through this right now. It will get better. I promise. Please, post after you call your "team" and let us know how you're doing. We care. Sincerely. Prayers going up for you.

Don't ever doubt it! You are indeed beautiful.

Good morning, That, my friend is a question for your bariatric team to answer. Give them a call and let them guide you. Keep posting and letting us know how your journey is going. I hope it will be a joyful one. Prayers going up.

​@OKCPirate: I heard it a bit differently--- When God looked upon the first man that He created He said, "I can do better". Then did so...

You don't know me nor my beliefs. May God forgive you for your mockery of me and my prayers. Prayers going up--especially for you, LipstickLady. PS: Is this enough, Alex Brecher?? Where did I say I was talking about/to you? Please. Block me. I seem to distress you. You just did. Prayers going up for you.