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6 days post-op. Feeling great. No problems or issues. Good luck to all those who are getting sleeved this week.

The stuff they are having me take is called GoLytely. Love the name. I think they lied...lol. I basically have to drink 4 quarts of this drink in 4 hours the night before, which is tonight. I'm having a hard time getting that much liquid down in that amount of time. Oh well, it could be worse. Luckily I am not suffering from painful cramps or anything.

Hello everyone. Time is quickly approaching for my big day. I will be sleeved on Tuesday, the 9th. I am really getting nervous now. So far I have made it through my liquid diet without cheating. Never thought I would be able to go 10 days without solid food but it really wasn't too bad. I wish you all good luck and much success in your weight loss goals.

I'm scheduled for Tuesday and have the same concerns as you. I am so scared I am gonna get sick. I'm on day 8 of my liquid diet and would hate to be bumped because of some sniffles. That would suck to have to do this all over again. It is allergy season so I'm sure it is nothing more. Good luck. I will be thinking about you on Tuesday.

Happy Birthday!!!

Completely understand. I told a friend too and she said a lot of the same thing as your friend. They just don't realize how that makes someone feel. It made me feel like a failure because I couldn't do it after years of trying. I was able to quit smoking after 14 years cold turkey but I don't have that kind of will power when it comes to weight loss. Every year it gets harder and I can't afford to wait until it is too late. After my conversation with my friend, I decided not to tell anyone except for my husband and kids. They give me all the support I need. Even if they didn't support my choice, I know this is right for me. Stay strong. You deserve to be healthy, it shouldn't matter to your friend which route you take as long as you get there.

You can talk to us. We will be your support. That is what is so nice about this forum. You can feel accepted without being judged. I don't plan on telling anyone about my surgery except for my husband and kids. I did tell one other friend and right away she was trying to tell me how to lose weight without surgery. She has always been thin so she just doesn't understand what it feels like to carry around excess weight. It is not her fault, but she just isn't the person I can talk to about this experience. Keep your chin up. October 22nd will be here before you know it.

I see that we are roughly from the same area. Any reason why you want to go to Mexico instead of around here? You may want to see if you have any support group meetings in your area. Sometimes talking to someone face to face makes you feel better and not so alone. I'm sure you would find someone that went to Mexico for the procedure. I have met a lot of people that have been great support to me. I have met one person that went to Mexico for the lap-band procedure. Her one advice to me was to stay in the states for surgery. She didn't expand on her explanation and I didn't ask. I'm not trying to be a Debbie Downer nor do I have anything against going to Mexico for the surgery. I have heard a lot of successful stories. I'm just wondering why you would want to travel all that way. I hope all goes well for you.

Hello Everyone. I am a mother of two and a wife of 14 years. My surgery date has been scheduled for Oct. 9. I have nervous butterflies every time I think about it. I know deep down that this is the right choice and right time for me. This change will improve my life and I will be able to enjoy life with my family so much more. I feel that I have missed out on so much living due to my weight, such as refusing to attend my high school reunion in fear of how classmates would look at me. Even with a positive outlook and excitment for a healthier life, I am scared of possible complications and buyer's remorse. My brain tells me that this is my best chance to live longer and healthier, but I still worry about long-term regrets or side effects. It is more like a fear of the unknown. The worries have started to increase as the date approaches. The last time I was this scared or made such a big decision was when my husband and I decided to start a family. I never regretted that choice. I'm sure I will not regret this choice either. I wish you all luck and quick recovery.

Glad to have this support group : ) I haven't told anyone except my husband.

I just received my surgery date for October 9th. I know this is the best thing for me, but I still have worries. I especially worry about complications and getting all my nutritional needs, i.e. protein. I know the first few months post-surgery are the most difficult time emotionally and physically. I feel that if there is a light at the end of the tunnel, I can do anything for awhile. Most of the posts that I have read are very possitive and helpful. That makes me feel good but I would feel better if I knew what life and the dietary restrictions will be like 2+ years out. Will I ever feel normal again without worrying about what to eat?!! I have talked with my dietitian but I would feel better hearing it from someone who has lived it. I have read so many posts and I haven't found one discussion about what to expect further out than a year or two. Does anyone have any stories that they have heard (good or bad)?