jcbaker2177

Since I've had my surgery, I've definitely learned a couple things about myself.
1. I am used to eating EXTREMELY FAST and it is very difficult for me to slow down enough when eating
2. I am still having major head hunger issues! I feel like I'm STARVING and dream of food, but when I actually eat, it's like 5 bites and I can't eat any more.
3. I sometimes miss overeating. Isn't that crazy?! I miss being able to take those big huge bites, or eat an entire bowl of Pasta. I think that is part of this process, letting go of those unhealthy relationships we used to have with food.< /p>
And the final thing I've learned is that I have more confidence with every pound I lose! Down 21 and feeling GREAT!
What have you learned about yourself so far?
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Good luck today Biggismalls!
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@@randij69 - as you probably should be tonight. Tomorrow will be a game changer. On the plus side, it is damn nice on the other side.
If you are still up read through this...http://www.bariatricpal.com/topic/195065-you-know-you-lost-weight-when/
Give you some perspective as to why you are doing it. Wait until you can clip your toenails with out planning...it's really dang cool.

If one day at a time gets rough, go for one hour at a time. Slipping on a pair of size 8 skinny jeans from American Eagle made EVERYTHING worth it.

How are you guys (who are getting very close) doing on the liver diet? Are you drinking a lot of Protein shakes, or real food? I am newly appreciating no-carb foods like mackerel, herring, tuna that are so portable for lunch at work and camping.
I've been taste-testing various shakes and am gagging at all the chemicals and sucralose! Any suggestions? Maybe after surgery I'll start a line of shakes with savory flavors: nacho cheese, potato/broccoli, curry, miso, blue cheese, buttered popcorn, tomato/spinach, ranch, carrot... Not really kidding!

How is everyone doing with the gas? I'm burping like non stop
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The nerves from last night have turned to excitement! Surgery is at ten. (Mn time) see you guys on the other side!
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On my way home. Slight discomfort. But will be worth it!
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The nerves from last night have turned to excitement! Surgery is at ten. (Mn time) see you guys on the other side!
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On my way home. Slight discomfort. But will be worth it!
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On my way home. Slight discomfort. But will be worth it!
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Mine is the 20th!
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The nerves from last night have turned to excitement! Surgery is at ten. (Mn time) see you guys on the other side!
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Thanks for the update BiggiSmalls! Glad it is going well. As I pack my bags it helps to you you are well!
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Biggismalls-good to hear you are on the mend!
Jcbaker- wishing you the best tomorrow.
Moetr-wow. Good to hear. Thanks for sharing.

Had mine on Friday 6/17 and in already home driving and all!! Little pain and the small scars are a lot better than I was expecting. Good luck. So far it's the best decision I ever made!!
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Thanks for the update BiggiSmalls! Glad it is going well. As I pack my bags it helps to you you are well!
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Looks like a busy week for surgery coming up. I am ready to get the surgery behind me.
Biggismall-hope you are doing well.

Thank you, thank you for everyone fessing up to being scared. I am. I really am. Its huge and I know it will be good for me but it is a part of your body they are removing and its for a lifetime. I know it will be a memory before we know it and we will be living with it and doing well. My brain won't shut off and is really going a million miles an hour. I'm not afraid of the surgery; I'm afraid of the change and wanting not to screw up.
Love the comment about the Gas-x strips. One of the girls in my classes got that same advice that she shared with me. I got the baby gas liquid drops and hope that helps. I was also instructed to sleep in a recliner, chair or elevate the mattress for a few days.
Pain - One friend said they had no pain and only gas in the shoulder. Said they were fine with everything they drank by day 5. Another friend told me she was in a lot of pain. She also did not do the liquid diet for the two weeks and I believe that has something to do with that.
All of us will have a different experience but that is what I am looking to hear. It helps all of us and we learn what works. Thanks and keep the info coming. Its good!

Not gonna lie, as I shut down stuff at work today, it got really real! Nerves are starting here too.
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Maggie- back to an earlier question you had about a plan when we get home. I live by myself and have friends lined up if I need help, but my plan is for a smooth recovery. sleep, sip, walk, repeat. I need to keep it simplistic while being fully aware of potential complications.
Jc - all will go well on Monday!

Not gonna lie, as I shut down stuff at work today, it got really real! Nerves are starting here too.
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Good luck today Biggismalls!
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Good luck today Biggismalls!
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June 27th for me! I am on day 4 of my pre-op liquid diet