PaulaleeB

What fabulous ideas. Thanks for sharing everyone.

My pre-op was I protein shake meal replacement with lean protein and steamed veggies. But I have restricted my eating to practice for post-op. I have lost 10 lbs and tomorrow I'm two days from sleeping. Liquids only. I'm as ready as I can be.

I'm not Muslim but I just wanted to say good luck on your journey. Be well Paula

Hey, wait for me. I'm being sleeved on Dec. 30. In CA. What a way to start the new year, best of luck to everyone. Let's be buddies.

Hey, wait for me. I'm being sleeved on Dec. 30. In CA. What a way to start the new year, best of luck to everyone. Let's be buddies.

I agree with most others. Tell them it's personal, it's surgery and you don't care to talk about it. End of story. If someone presses you just kindly restate, "it's personal and I really appreciate that you will understand if I choose not to talk about it. ".then walk away. Let them think what they want. As we say in my first language, "It's none of their bee's wax". Good luck. Be happy.

Born in Massachusetts . Armenian descent. Moved to Los Angeles. CA with family when I was 12. Moved to Colorado when my heart was broken by a scoundrel. Back to CA to live closer to family. Northern CA this time.Yay! Met the love of my life, married, and moved to Houston Texas. Uck Husband was transferred to La Quinta, CA, near Palm Springs. Yippee!! Husband hated job, dumped promotion, went back to running trains had to head back to Texas. Oh God, not Tx again,!!! We retired, picked up our pugs, and moved back to La Quinta , CA . Finally My next move will be to one-der-land. You know that place where my weight is in the one hundreds-135 to be exact. Peace out.

Wow good for you. You are obviously making great choices. 7more days and I'm a sleeper too. I wish you continued success.

You rock. Can't wait for me to be in your shoes. My date for sleeving is in one week. A new year for me, yippee!

It is impossible for anyone to know you won't make it. You will grab this opportunity and make the most of your surgery. You know what is in your heart even if you have doubts. 2 lb s gained in the big picture aren't squat. I have gained or lost those same 2lbs a100 times. But on the 30th I'm getting sleeved. Be strong. I'm with you! N

Going to a work Christmas party tonight. I actually work at a cooking school so I'm sure the food will be fabulous. I've made an old Armenian family recipe but I've eaten my fair share of these through the years. Surprisingly I'm not worried about indulging. I'm days away from surgery and for today I am strong.

Hi all, I'm getting my sleeve on Dec. 30. And will really need a support group so count me in. I'm starting at 250 and have a mild case of the nerves, doubt, and mostly excitement. I wnt to be on my new path in the new year. So let's do it together. Be well and happy holidays. Paula

Krystal, I just moved from Angleton TX to Palm Springs area inCA. I'm scheduled for surgery Dec. 30. I'm getting nervous and doubting my self. Wish I had met you when I was in Angeton. Btw you should be so proud. You look great. Keep it up. Any tips for me.? Happy holidays and be well Paula

I'm scheduled for Dec.30. My 2wk pre-op is replace dinner with a protein shake and clear liquids for 2days before surgery.. There sure is a wide discrepancy between pre-op requirements. Hmmmm

My insurance dragged their feet for 6 months. Then I found out that the customer service rep from my health insurance co . Was giving my Dr.s office MISIN formation. !!!! So, before you give up, find out if the person fr your insurance co is giving accurate info regarding your policy. Just saying and good luck.

My surgery is on Dec 30. Nervous? Yes, and more yes.

I'm on Dec. 30. Happy new year to us all!

I'm heading on my new journey in 2weeks. Mixed feelings? Heck yes!!

I'm 63 and if not now when? I feel my health has been skating along on the luck of my good familial genes. But last May I watched my dear friend, who was only 53, die of diabetes. That is one cruel ugly disease. Anyway I have suffered with my obesity for over 35 yrs. I'm ready and on Dec. 30 my new life will begin. Hold on to your hats, it's going to be a rocky ride. And good luck to you dear reader, on your path as well.