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Wow, thank you for sharing this story and for your honesty. It inspires me to be honest with myself about my food habits. Just curious to hear how you are doing now?

I'll put celery and onion in my bouillon, simmer and then remove it; tastes pretty good

wishing everyone well having surgery this week!!! My first few days were very difficult with regard to nausea but now I am feeling good and each day is better than the last. Best wishes on a speedy recovery!!

I too was frustrated with the judgment that was coming my way. I was sleeved on 7/9 and honestly it was the hardest thing I have ever done. Keep coming on and writing the support here is awesome. I have realized that their judgments and fears are about them, not me... This will change your life and as tough as this week has been I would do it again. Best of luck to you!!!!

I was sleeved on 7/9 and am having the same difficulty. Everything but Water tastes pretty disgusting to me and causes bloating. I have found that walking right after I drink is somewhat helpful; I am just going to keep trying, figure each sip is a bit more Protein

2 days to go; starting to get nervous. Ha ve been doing the pre-op diet for two weeks and actually thought of eating off the plan. So this is my first experience of many to come when I am stressed and unable to reach for food to cope. Thanks for being here; I feel better after reading some posts...oh and stayed on plan!

best of luck to everyone and congrats on insurance auth's!!!!! July 9th is coming up fast for me!!!!!

we'll be sleeved the same day!!

Best of luck!

Woo Hoo!!!! Best of luck to you too!!!!

I'm set for July 9th!!! Have some Protein Shots, B12, multi, Biotin (to prevent Hair loss I've read about), D3, bouillon, sugar free ice pops, Jello, and some shakes. Still need to pick up a new scale and flavorless Protein Powder. Figure I won't be eating that much the first week. Good luck to those having surgery this week!!!!

I feel guilty as well; sometimes I too think about the possibility of death and leaving my son. I am choked up just writing this. It is the one thing that makes me want to cancel it all. But then I remind myself about my mother and the extensive list of health problems that she has secondary to obesity (HBP, diabetes, knee problems, heart problems, etc...) it is like looking in a crystal ball to my future. I know this is different from the difficulties that your family has faced but obesity too is a disease and it isn't crazy to opt for a surgery that could give you the chance to have a long healthy life. Don't think we can necessarily rid ourselves of this feeling; it's part of being a good mom and loving member of your family. I hope you find peace with your decision. All the best to you on your upcoming surgery!!!

Congratulations!!

thank you Erin, being aware of the possibilities doesn't scare me, just helps me mentally prepare I too would rather know and be relieved when it didn't happen. Found out today that my surgery is postponed a week as the doctor is on vacation. Very disappointed but I guess it will happen when it is supposed to. I think I am being forced to accept that I can't control every aspect of this process; have to give some of it to the universe

Best of luck to you; I too have been reading lots of posts and read of this issue with others. A few others have suggested warm liquids or adding a lemon to ease the Fluid going down. Keep going, from what I've read, it will get better!

Thank your for sharing; so helpful to hear the different experiences. It's interesting the different ways the body responds to the hormone change from the stomach; kind of like losing your hormones after pregnancy;). TY Indigo; I will try to remember that it will pass:) I plan to take off 4 weeks to allow for the psychological and beginning behavioral adjustments; can't imagine being at work and being that exhausted. I start my pre-op diet on Tuesday and am set for surgery on July 2nd; starting to get really excited!

I have been experiencing this as well. For me I think I was in denial about the way that I look. Since beginning this process I have had to open my eyes and face the facts of my weight gain. I've had to be honest with what I eat and why; so much of this is psychological. At a support group I attended they said, "we operate on your stomach, not your brain; we'll fix the stomach but you have to work on the rest". I was and am a happy person; part of maintaining this was denying what I was doing to myself. I don't know if this applies to you; just something I have been coming to terms with. Keep talking about it; just knowing someone else is going through this is helping me and I'm sure others; thanks for sharing

I have been reading many posts and am starting to worry about the first few days and weeks post op. What was your experience with pain; did it require pain medication? What types of daily limitations did you experience? I know that every person is different but I would rather be prepared then be surprised.

As far as family support goes, for me it has not all been positive either. But I understand the negative input comes from a place of concern for my well being. I know that the "Nonsupporters" care for and love me and are just worried about my well being, and maybe yours are as well. I am not trying to negate how you feel about the lack of support your getting but just offering another prospective. I am a very vocal person myself and have trouble holding back when it comes to verbalizing my thoughts and feeling for those I care for. So when it's my turn on the hot seat I am open to listening the opinions of those that are coming from a place of genuine care and concern for me. Although it has not changed my mind about going through with the procedure. I get where there coming from and respectfully afford them the right to be heard. I'm not suggesting you change your mind or not change your mind about going through with this but hopefully helping you to be at peace with it and with those who love and care about you.

Thank you for sharing your perspective. I wish they had an opinion, or voiced their concerns. Actually, I think that is the problem; instead of stating how they feel they are saying things like, "why don't you just go to a gym"? As if I've never considered or tried this. I've had to realize that I have been thinking about this for years and they seem to think I woke up today and thought hey, I'll have major surgery and change my life forever without any thought or consideration. Like many dysfunctional relationships the problem existed before I brought up the surgery; my decision has just put a spotlight on it. On the positive side, changing my focus to the supportive people has really helped; instead of trying to convince those who aren't. thanks again, really helpful to talk this through

Good for you Elhudge; was going to as the same question. Good luck with everything!

Thanks for sharing! I have been fortunate to have a wife who has been sleeved, so I have great support. However, a few years ago I was that person who would not have been supportive. I grew up a little bit and matured as a person! Now I am about to be sleeved myself and am seeking support! How is that for a bit of unexpected irony?

I work for a large police department and expected little support from work. Police are great people, but they can be inflexible and unenlightened on some issues. I have been really pleasantly surprised at the positive reaction from my coworkers. I hope you'll let us all step in and lift you up if you're not getting the support you need.

It sounds a little harsh to say, but you might just have to ignore family and friends who are unsupportive in order to take care of yourself. Sadly, they sometimes feel threatened when you take charge of your own life and make a major change. Listen to your doctors and ask us for help anytime!

Thank you, I have decided to just ignore the negative comments; I recently told my co-workers and was pleasantly surprised with their support. A few people said that they have seen me trying so hard and are happy that I am doing something to help me along my journey. It was nice to receive this validation. In a support group I attended a member said that the negative comments are really about the person, not me; I am seeing this come to life. Thank you for your words of encouragement and congratulations on your success!

Thank you VST addict Good luck with your surgery_!

Got the call from the surgeons office today. Getting sleeved next we'd. Have to start liquid diet Thursday. On more day of real food. Boy I'm ready but nervous!

All the best to you!

Welcome! We'll be happy to be your family, but know that we have our share of dysfunction as well!

LOL, thank you; dysfunctional works for me!

Hey Dearest one...I'm sry for your lack of family support, there are plenty others here w the same issues, so that's two things we all have in common...the other being wls:). I'm glad that u found this forum, thank God. So now UK u have a nice group of supporters here. And just so uk, I'm 5'3, 235...so there, nothn to b embarrassed about here. And thing is, my first class is Thursday, idk if I'll get approved but being here has helped w my decision as well as feeling comfy Sharing among like minded n same goal oriented individuals. Welcome my friend...xxxx, Dee Dee

Wow, thank you DeeDee; your kind words brought a tear to my eyes. Makes me realize how much I really need the support. I look forward to reading and learning from everyone. I hope your approval process goes smoothly

Welcome to the forum! All your feelings are normal. Let me suggest something "FUN". Go buy a disposable camera. Have someone take your picture the day before surgery, then have somebody take your picture every month on your surgery 'date' for a year. After the last picture, on your one year anniversary, take the camera and have it developed. Lay the pictures side by side and see the transformation. It is really, really neat to do this, to see how far you've come!! Good luck, you are going to be on a wild ride, enjoy it!!!

Thanks! what a great idea; am definitely going to do that!

Can't Wait to be thin, I was very curious too I first watched the webinar and met with Dr. O; I felt very comfortable with him and easily trusted him, which is new for me. He gave me a list of things to do before I could schedule my next appt; including blood work, upper GI, chest xray, primary care clearance, psychological assessment, and attending another support group. Once I completed these things I was scheduled a few days later to review my test results. It was at this appt that I was given my surgery date. I had researched the surgery options here and there for about 2 years; so I felt ready to move forward. I work for AtlantiCare and carry their insurance so authorization was easy. The pre-op diet starts 2 weeks before the surgery and is basically no carb, high Protein. Start to finish the process only took about 2 months. Hope this information is helpful and good luck!!