christasha

Unless you talk to someone in our shoes . . . the skinny world does NOT understand why we would go home and have the wine and food . . . but I for one know EXACTLY what you mean! I took this week off (before surgery) as vacation . . . to putter around . . . clean (which I keep putting off) . . . do the all day pre-op stuff tomorrow . . . and try to relax. I figured I'd be driving everyone at work nuts . . . so I might as well keep it to myself. Good for you! Keep up the GREAT work! Chris

That is awesome news! Congrats! Here we GOOOOO

I shorten all sorts of names - but I still can't think of one to call my band! If your dr is OK with adding the meat and veggies . . . it does help . . . but I would follow what he says for sure. I've also been drinking hot decaf tea . . . that seems to help my hunger too. Last resort - I go to sleep Chris

That's a busy 1st week of Dec!

I'm 57, widowed for 17 years - 2 kids and 2 grandkids - all of whom will be living with me again starting the week after my surgery (ugh) because of my d-i-l's medical problems. My daughter lives here but is a grad student and by next fall should be gone to get her doctorate somewhere . . . I've been overweight for 25 years - after two rotten marriages (one is in a mental hospital now, and one drank himself to death) - I used my weight for a shield. This past year it has become an anchor around my neck. My knees can't take it - my hip hurts - and I have arthritis in my back now. The weight HAS to come off . . . from May to Oct I was having to use a cane to walk if I went any distance. I'm to young for that (ok youngsters - don't laugh) .. . I want so much to be "normal" like the rest of the world! I can't wait for Monday! Chris

May I call you Ant? Have to call you something . . . or another name would work too (I amuse myself). My diet is 3 Protein drinks and then a meal with 3 oz meat (protein), 1/2 cup veggies, 1/2 cup carbs and 1 cup salad - dressing on the side. Also 1 tennis ball sized piece of fruit. I can eat the food any time during the day. I usually have an apple during the early afternoon, and, because I'm lazy, a lean cuizine for dinner with broccoli I steam on the side. Usually skip the salad . . . again the word lazy comes into play here . . . actually - think I 'll head to store and get some more broccoli for the LAST 5 DAYS (Sunday . . . nope . . . they said eat "regular" Breakfast (and what the hell does that mean? my favorite "regular" breakfast would be an omlete, hash browns and pancakes .. . don't think so this time!). Good luck . . . keep us all posted . . . I'm getting ancie (like I know how to spell that?) Chris

Yes we're on countdown until Monday . . . ugh . . . I just wish it was now! You're in Irvine (if I remember from some thread somewhere) . . . I'm in San Diego. Have my preop class tomorrow . . . I'm taking off the week of the 3rd also, but I did tell them why. Plan on being back to work on the 10th Best of luck!!!! Chris

Now I think I'm about 47 .. . and I get banded on Monday! It's CLOSE! Chris

I've been on this since the 19th - and now doing quite well. But I do strange things to distract myself - like went and bought a new car Sunday night . . .and did a road trip to Disneyland yesterday to test it out and see the holiday decorations! Took 3 of the AdvantageEDGE Protein drinks by EAS with me . . . and kept buying Water . . . and it was workable! Even with all the smells and SIGHTS of food everywhere . . . I was able to hang in there and walk the entire park . . . (I must start walking MORE). Hang in there! Chris

I'm 57 and 5'6 .. . and started at 305 (I have something in common with both of you ). I get banded on Monday, 12-3. I had to start my preop diet last Monday and have lost 14 lbs - and have one more week to go. It isn't all that bad . . . mind over matter I guess - even though my daughter could hear my stomach growling across the room on the first night. I have my preop class on Wednesday - and then it's "show time" . . . welcome aboard and best of luck! Chris

I had all my tests and bloodwork done on 10-3 - but when I was talking to the nurse about my class for Wed, he said I'd have to have the blood redrawn because it has to be within 30 days. I think that is standard.

I've noticed you Aussie's tend to name your bands .. . I love it! I'm trying to come up with something "original" and cool .. . but so far - nadda. I'll keep working on it. Chris

I started last Monday with 3 Protein drinks and a small meal (I've been doing Lean Cuisine because it's simple) . . . and am now DOWN 14 LBS . . . just since then! I'm drinking Water (mostly herbal tea and crystal light - but it's liquid) above and beyond the 64 oz . . . and something is working! I'm being banded on December 3rd! I'm 57 - started at 305 - I'm 5'6" tall . . . and I had to quit smoking cold turkey on Oct. 3rd because no one told me before that my dr requires 2 months smoke free. AND . . . they also told me . . . no caffine or carbonation from that point either . . . damn that was a HARD week - but I did it - and even though I'm hungry now - not starving at this point - I have a prize in front of me I won't let go of. I want it too badly. I don't look at any of the problem stories - just look for the positive and know that this time next year I might not have to walk with a cane sometimes, and it won't hurt to stand up and sit down . . . I will be a new me! It's going to be a wonderful ride! Grab hold and hang on! It's our month! Chris

When do you get your first fill? Sure hope that helps. What part of the country r u in? Chris

I just turned 57 - but would like to hang out here too! I'm due for surgery on 12-3 - and can't wait to get that over with. I'm on the 2 week protein pre op diet and am loosing weight there . . .and starting to feel better already! IO can't wait to see how I feel after 140 lbs go away forever.

I get the EAS AdvantEDGE premade drinks that I take to work . . . 17 g protein - chocolate isn't bad at all . . . the 4-pack is under $5 at Wal-Mart . .. although I certainly wouldn't want to be going there this weekend! It might hold you over until you order comes in.

I know each doctor is different on their requirements . . . we just have to keep our eye on the prize at the end of the tunnel! Good Luck!

I mix up my powder in the morning . . . have an AdvantEdge by EAS at lunch at work, and mix my powder again at night . . . I'm trying different samples. I'm allowed a small meal once a day . . . 3 oz meat, 1/2 cup veggies, 1/2 carbs, 1 cup salad and one tennis ball sized piece of fruit. I've been eating an apple either late morning or mid afternoon . . . and been doing a lean cuizine for dinner. Not TOTALLY starving . . . but my daughter can hear my stomach growling across the room at night. It could be worse .. . Chris

I'm new here . . just found this site . . . I'm getting banded on Dec. 3rd! Thanks for including me!