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I woke up happy it was over and happy to hear all went well. But I couldn't stay awake. My husband was talking to me and I would just fall asleep mid sentence. It was later that evening until I got up and walked for the first time. I ring the call bell a couple times for pain meds, but if you stay on top of it, it never really gets to the point that you are too uncomfortable. It's too early for me to say if I would do it again or not. Maybe when I see some weight drop I will feel like It was the right thing for sure. I had successfully lost 54 pounds pre surgery and was still losing every month, so in the back of my mind I wander if I kept eating my new healthy way would I reach the same goals without taking this step. But then I have to remind myself how many times in the past that I lost weight and then gained it back plus! So deep inside I know I did make the right decision. I am almost two weeks out and feeling great. I never had one of those days I was prepared for where I just wanted to lay on the sofa and cry. I have had energy and a good attitude so far on this journey. I wish you the best.

A while back I was the one crying my our office. (My boss isn't the easiest to work with) But I started listening to quiet music in my office space and it really keeps my mood up and helps me stay relaxed. Hope it's gotten better for you since you wrote this. Glad you only have one more day to work and then off for so long, sounds like it will be a much deserved break.

I'm getting my 64 gm of Protein between a ready to drink atkins shake for breakfast, For lunch I have plain Greek Yogurt with a squirk of mio flavor stirred in it. and then Cream of Chicken protein soup for dinner and a protein shake in the evening. In between I sip a bottle of water and a sugar free ice pop sometime through out the day. I love the cream of chicken soup from http://www.mybariatricpantry.com/ goes down easy.

Spooky I will be thinking of you as your surgery date draws near. (two more days right?) Just do what the doctor tells you to and your make it through. Sounds like it will be a positive new start by being off some of your meds.

I think it looks great!

You look great! I can relate to turning 50. I turn 50 in January. My surgery is this Wednesday, the 11th of September. I am have loss 50 pounds pre surgery and am ready to see what the results will be post surgery. Any tips to get through the first stage of post surgery?

I had a lot of the same worries when I first started this process. But I know the good benefits will make it all worth it and the other things will work themselves out. I also didn't tell anyone about my decision for several months. I just didn't want to hear any negative comments. Now I am telling everyone and it just doesn't matter to me what people think because I know for me this is the right choice. I met with my surgeon today and have completed all pre-surgery testing. After work today I went and bought all my vitamins and protein and other supplies. I am excited and ready for September 11th. Keep posting!

I've been thinking of you. Glad you are doing well.

I am one week out from going on my pre-op diet. Be encouraged! we are all getting close to our surgery dates!

Well I thought my surgery date was set... until I received a phone call today asking if I could change my surgery date from Sept. 16th to Sept. 11th! That is not what I wanted to hear. I have plans to go to the shore with 6 friends on Sept, 6-8. I can still go, but it won't be nearly as fun going on a liquid diet! I have to start liquid diet Sept. 4th. Bummer! I know I should not be complaining, because I have been looking forward to this surgery, but the 16th was just the perfect date for me. Both with projects I have going at work, and with my husband having off to go with me. There is already someone on his team out the 11th so it is questionable if they will give him off. If I didn't change to the 11th my next choice was 9/30. On a more happy note, I got a letter today that my Insurance co gave approval for surgery!

I read your entry and It inspired me to blog. I have been on here for months mostly just reading and trying to soak in information. But I should be writing down my journey so I can look back at it. I hope all goes well for you. I started in February and my insurance requires at 6 month wait, with monthly meetings with my nutritionist. I have lost 45 pounds. I have my last visit on the 16th. Now I just have to wait for the scheduler to call with my surgery date. I am so ready for this to get moving! Best of wishes to you. I will enjoy reading your blog to see how you are doing!

You are so close to surgery! It is a long wait, I find out my surgery date this Friday. Good luck to you! How do you make your choc. pudding?

That is exciting that your surgery date is set. My six month wait is up and I find out my surgery date next Friday. I heard here at my hospital they are booking six weeks out. I am tired of waiting and ready for this next step. I look forward to hearing how your experience goes. Keep posting.