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@@CHLOE12 and @@Newnetty I am doing the chocolate optifast four times a day and they don't taste bad at all. I actually kind of look forward to them. It takes the stress out of trying to decide what to eat!

@@winklie you are going to go to sleep the old you and wake to a whole new life ahead of you. It is like we are being given our "do-over". There are so many things that I can't wait to do!!! The first is I want to let my daughter take me on a tour of her college campus. She has been there 2 months now and all I have seen us her dorm room because I get too winded to walk more then that!! I can't wait to hear all the things you are excited about doing! Just keep you eye on the prize!

Tomorrow is the day @@Jenaenae84 @@barber44 @@winklie @Newbwginning @@chrys129 and @@lui !! I am beyond excited for you guys. Get a great nights sleep and I can't wait to hear from you all on the other side!!!!

Yay Rubt, we are going to be sleeve sisters!!!

@thinner-me. ..oh no, 1st graders and frequent bathroom breaks are not a good mix. I hope it subsides before you have to go to work!! Where are you located again?

It hit me about an hour ago... I literally can not stay too far from the bathroom. I am wondering if the sugar free products (i.e. jello, crystal lite, diet v8splash and popsicles) could have anything to do with it.... this is soooo not fun!

Okay... I know this is a little gross... but is any one else having horrible bathroom issues with their liquid pre op diet????

@@60&goin4it I think i would kill for a low fat yogurt right now!! For supper last night I had a half cup of chicken broth, Cherry jello (which I discovered I don't like) my optifast and peach tea crystal light (which I also discovered I am not crazy about)!! I just woke up and would love my normal cup of Earl Gray loaded with all the things I can't have..lol. instead I found some peach cobbler tea made by Tazo that is,actually pretty awesome all by its lonesome. I wish we were in the same hospital, that would be awesome!! Well we are getting closer!! @@Jenaenae84 I really am sorry you had to cook for everyone else. I simply could not do that. My willpower would crumble. But just look at how awesome your willpower is. If anything, that shows you how mentally ready you are for this surgery! Great job. Monday will be here before you know it!!! @@395Ron the broth is great. So far it is the highlight but I know it too is going to become monotonous. Pre op is definitely not fun but I do get a little tickled every time my husband gets that look of horror in his eyes realizing he will be doing this in a few weeks!! He has actually been awesome much like your wife. He helped me clean out the fridge a few days ago and he is making sure that he and Seth don't eat in front of me! I really appreciate that! Work has been a different story. I manage a spa and our break room is a constant buffet. I am so sorry that you had such a bad day yesterday but it is perfectly normal to feel those feelings. I am sure the roller coaster of emotions will be with each of us for some time to come. But it sounds like you have an amazing support system which is crucial. Just remember, you've got this!! @@Newnetty Welcome to our family. We are thrilled to have you! @@kiwi201000 It's great to see you on the other side! I am so glad that you are doing so great. Keep walking! I truly hope my surgery goes as easily as your has! @@kristenkek Welcome to our family! Glad to have you! @@covarrubia911 how are you feeling?? Well I am getting out of bed to start pre op day 2!! Yay!!

@@60&goin4it I have to be there at 5:30 too. We will be doing this at the same time!!! Are you doing optifast?

@@thinner-me I started mine today too!!! My client made me 4 quarts of homemade chicken broth! Yay!! Hang in there!!! Thursday can't get here fast enough for me!!!

@@kiwi201000 I am soooo excited for you! You got this!!!! And we are all there with you in spirit! 5 day liquid diet starts.......NOW!

@kiwi201000. Sending you tons of good wishes. I know everything is going to go great! Update us as soon as you are able!!

@@guyfrom315 how long do they think you will be in the hospital?

@@kimvox66 , @@SookieLei , and @@Deanah .... I hope all you guys get a great nights sleep and are bright eyed and bushy tailed in the morning. Your journey is about to begin and I am soo excited for each of you. Let us know how you are doing as soon as you are able!!!

@@guyfrom315 It is,so good to hear from you! I am glad that everything is moving right along and that you are up and walking! Keep us posted on your progress!!!

Wow @@395Ron . I am so glad you called to find out!! Getting postponed would be heartbreaking. I found out today that my surgeon is will to keep me in the hospital a couple of days extra if I feel I need it. That was very comforting. I was worried about going home too soon! I feel that everything is in order but will call Monday morning one more time to be sure!!

They only had to stick me ONE time when they took my blood today!!!! And I barely felt it!!! No tears.....it was a good day!! Pre op is done!!!

Yay @@covarrubia911 ... go get'em!

@@guyfrom315 and @@covarrubia911 Tomorrow is your day!!! I am soooo excited for both of you! I am sending so many positive thoughts your way. Your incredible journey is about to begin. Check in with us and let us know how you are doing as soon as you feel up to it! You've got this!!!

@@60&goin4it how do I find the updated list?

Omg my pre op is tomorrow morning. This just got really real!!! I have been pounding down the water to pump up these tiny veins. Everyone say a little prayer that they don't have to stick me half a dozen times! I swear the thing that scares me most about this surgery are all these dang needles!!! Welcome @@jolms , @@kiwi201000 , and @@Missy2new . This is the most supportive group! @@CHLOE12 I am going to be sending you tons of positive thoughts. I could not imagine doing this without support at home. Do you have people that live close that could come help you?

@@CHLOE12 I am nervous but definitely not reconsidering. This is going to vastly improve my quality of life!!

@@dancingqueene It was the same for me. I had no co morbidities and needed this surgery in preparation for a total hip replacement (which is also a condition that insurance does not look at or take into effect). I was denied twice but approved after my second appeal. I was literally told by my insurance company that any plan that has bariatric coverage will eventually approve you, they just want to see how willing you are to fight for it. It seems so wrong but hang in there and fihht. You can do this. DO NOT take no for an answer. Trust me I know how discouraging this can be. And that is what the insurance wants. They want you to get discouraged and either give up or pay out of pocket. Stick to your guns. Eventually they will say yes. Mine finally did and I have surgery in 9 days on October 8th!!! Best of luck to you and I will be praying for you! !!

@@thbrown223 I did not even think about a shower chair. That is a really good idea. My hubby has a overstuffed Realtree camouflage recliner that I have complained about continuously (mainly because it does not match my smooth leather chocolate brown, but uncomfortable ) that I plan to make my preferred resting spot!! The memory foam wedge pillow can be found at Bed,Bath and Beyond or you could probably find it even cheaper online. I am still weighing that one out!

My client had the surgery 3 months ago and she said the biotin mouth spray is a must!! My daughter just brought me a body pillow so I am excited about that but don't think I will take it to b the hospital. Has anyone bought a wedge pillow for home? I have been reading it is a big help.