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OMG!!! These sound wonderful! I'm 3 weeks out and have been dying for an answer to change from soups and protein shakes (ESP since I'm having such a hard time with protein). And each of these, I LOVE! Thank you SO much for the inspirations! I have also been struggling with queasiness! Does anyone else experience this? I didn't have it after my stay in the hospital, but I feel like I'm super sensitive to everything! I don't even WANT to eat because of it. Hopefully these ideas will help. Lastly, while I don't have a processor, I wonder if my blender will work temporarily...

OMG!!!! Salma, I am so glad to hear about your cheat! I am 6 days post op and I had the tip of a teaspoon of Peanut Butter. Heard my stomach rumble and vowed NOT to cheat for a while! Can't exactly say NEVER! But I had to cave. These Soups are killing me!!! LOL

Which one do you have? I have the 3 mile from Leslie, but I am only 6 days post-op and have opted for 30-45 mins of walking daily. Guess I should give her a try!!! Congrats on your success!

nicole75"]13 th August. All done 5 days post op. going well Congrats! I am 6 days post op and having some discomfort from the gas, but otherwise progressing well. We are on our way, Nicole75!!!

thank you!! that def makes me feel better. I know I should get a sleep apnea test but all these appointments are killing me financially and that test isn't cheap. if I get denied then I will do it, but im gonna see what happens first without it. my kids are so supportive and happy for me, they are worried about me changing but I said it will be a change for the better, I will be happier! I am so excited for this month to be over. Im hoping it doesn't take uhc long to let me know, I want the surgery this year!!! lol And it can def happen this year! I know what you mean about dr appts. I go in Monday and this week, I had to re-lab, x-ray, ekg! Glad when Sunday eve is here! LOL. Best of luck

I too have UHC (Hoping that means United Healthcare :-)), but was approved. I started this journey late last year with classes and finally found a surgeon who accepted my insurance. Everyone has been great. While my labs reflected hypertension, diabetes, and high cholesterol, I don't have official diagnoses of either. Best of luck to you. I'm sure all will be fine. Just do your research and make sure you fight every step. Shouldn't be too strenuous if your docs are in your corner. They have a great way of making your paperwork look good!

MrsRaychJ, I enjoyed reading your blog very much and commend you on your journey. One of my best friends took me to a restaurant the day before WE began my pre-op dieting! My surgery is Monday and I completely understand. Yes, SOME days tend to be better, but honestly, it truly is mind over matter. You got this! Congrats because you are on your way!

AWE! Congrats girlie!!! You look amazing. Proud for you and your accomplishment. You can read my rant in your inbox when you get time. Strut your stuff across stage! You look amazing!!! And your b-day will only highlight your success! No luck needed. You got this!!!

I'm August 12th! So ready for this Monday to get here. Put the last cig down after tonight! I'm super excited. Pre-op lab work tomorrow and chest X-ray! We are on our way sleevers!!!

WOW! Thank you so much for sharing! Yes, healing prayers in the atmosphere! I am curious to see how things go post surgery. How was your experience in Mexico? After all the misconceptions we have in the US, I am glad to know that it is just that sometimes...misconceptions.

I start Monday! Hang in there. As a "kick-off", I had a protein shake for lunch. Yes, YUK! LOL. We can do this!