Velena

Congratulations, you look fantastic!

Stalls are normal and they happen, don't worry, try to eat what you can, as much protein as you can and keep drinking liquids. It will pass when your body figures out that you're not starving. Good luck!

I think we're sleeve sisters, I love the elliptical and the lap pool. I jog around the laps in the pool when there is no one else there. I find it very hard to eat more than a couple of bites in the morning but by the evening I can usually handle more food. Unlike you, I've had some issues with vomiting although that is getting more rare now too - maybe I'm learning finally! Thanks for sharing, it's nice to know we're all in this together.

I was sleeved in Sept. At first I was just sipping and even that felt strange. I can now take a mouthful of water and swallow without pain but I don't try to guzzle anything. Just take it slow, it gets better but not back to the same as it used to be. Be ready to drink the water over time - while you are working out this summer - not in one gulp afterwards. Be sure to keep drinking, it's very important.

Congratulations on the weight loss.

I'm so sorry for the additional complications that you have to deal with. It sounds like you could really use a support system. Does your doc or anyone in your area offer something like that? In my area there is a group of sleevers and By pass patients that meet every month and we also have a facebook page, I hope there is something similar in your area. This forum is extremely supportive too. Good luck!

Congratulations! I was sleeved on Sept 5th, just 4 days before my 52nd birthday. I have noticed collar bones (who knew I had those?) and skinny wrists and fingers (my wedding ring almost falls off now). Even my toes look skinny. I've got a lot of excess skin and fat still on my torso, but even that is going down. Cheers to the best birthday of our lives and the beginning of our new lives!

Congratulations on making this decision. I have diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholestrol (and low thyroid) all of which I've been medicated for over the past 15 years. It's time to get it all under control and this surgery can help. This is a great forum and you'll find support and caring people here. Welcome!

Congratulations! See you on the loser's bench!

I started out slow (with the protein shakes etc not wanting to go down well) but I feel better every day and I've finally gotten all of my protein in today (5 days Post Op). I went to the mall with my daughter this afternoon as a way to walk around. That was fun. It doesn't hurt to walk or move, but I'm still using some pain meds daily in order to keep the liquid intake up.

I have the exact same experience with the swallowing. I feel every sip go all the way down my esophagus and I don't dare take more than a sip because then it hurts all the way down. I wonder how long this lasts!

I don't feel empty inside but I do feel hungry. I even have stomach growls like when your stomach is empty. I can usually ignore them fairly well though.

I'm still having trouble getting any water in. I tried putting protein in it but that was a mistake. so I'm back on water. Painful in my back when I drink. I'm hoping that everything gets better as each day goes by.

I had Mexican: Chicken and Beef Fajitas and refried beans, and a little guacamole. Delicious.

I'll be there at 5:30am. Good luck and I'll see you on the Post-Op side of the Forum!

Great visuals with that blog! LOL. I usually dance around in the kitchen or laundry room - how boring is that!

I just had my cardio test on Monday and my surgery is next Tues. Sometimes they wait until they find out from the insurance company what their requirements are and have the testing done last.

I like the postive outlook and the way you're planning ahead. That's fantastic.

Congratulations on not giving in to the One Ring! That takes tremendous will power. Crackers are my downfall too. I'm allowed to have bouillion as a "clear" liquid but crackers sure would make it better. Carbs are the hardest to give up. You've done great!

I'm a Sept 5th Sleever. Where are you having your surgery done? I've been working on the pre-op diet for 3 weeks. I have terrible carb cravings. That's my weak point. Sweets I did away with long ago because of my diabetes, but carbs I love. I'm even craving the "good" Carbs, whole grain, quinoa, brown rice, etc. How are you doing?

"I hope I'm not the only one who attempts to make my home look like it's in Good Housekeeping becasue if I am, I need more help than I thought. LOL"

You're not alone, LOL, I can totally relate. Relax, your home will turn out great and your friend will be so tired from jet lag that she will probably go right to bed and you can finish up any last minute picks then.