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@@esskay77 I'm a hooper too! I was sleeved 8/30 and can't wait to be cleared to hoop. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T817A using Tapatalk

I haven't had unsure but have had luck with the various Syntrax nectar flavors and the True Athlete Unflavored whey. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T817A using Tapatalk

@@AC3 I was sleeved on 8/30/16. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T817A using Tapatalk

I like the Quest chocolate chip Cookies dough one. It tasted good preop. I'll hope it's still good when the time comes post-op Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T817A using Tapatalk

I am also on for tomorrow. No nerves, just want to get it done. Best of luck everyone! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T817A using Tapatalk

I say go for it with the t-shirts. There are a ton of fun ways to alter those that aren't limited to sewing. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T817A using Tapatalk

I am scheduled for Tuesday as well. We are going to do great! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T817A using Tapatalk

Hi @@Monet08 I think if you are open to doing it, it's a great idea. Of course there's always the possibility of mean comments but as a whole, the WLS community is pretty great and supportive. I know for me personally, as a current pre-op (surgery is Tuesday) it's been a tremendous help for me to visit pages and videos of others who have been on their journey. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T817A using Tapatalk

Yay! Another like me! My husband does all of the cooking and enjoys it. Unfortunately, he is also a diabetic so healthy cooking is not an issue. He has been doing a lot of crockpot meals for us prior to me starting my preop diet. Maybe that would be a good and easy option for you? Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T817A using Tapatalk

I have the bcbs fed basic and didn't have to provide a letter from a pc. I just self referrer straight to my surgeon. The drug and alcohol question was included in my psych evaluation. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T817A using Tapatalk

Thanks for all of the advice and ideas! Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T817A using Tapatalk

5/25 first consult and surgery date of 8/30. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T817A using Tapatalk

@@carlaw You could try putting a tegaderm patch over it to keep it dry. I had a doctor suggest that when I was having issues with estrogen Patches. You can get them at the drugstore. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T817A using Tapatalk

@@trekker954 Both. Short flight (Las Vegas to Portland) and short trip (Friday thru Sunday).

I am also a huge fan of Experiencing Nirvana. Love her! I also regularly watch: Clusie L. LaValley Vida Madeup Mama

Thanks everyone. @@lifeofblair My doctor's plan is a little different than others. We can have "funnel foods" (anything that can slide through a funnel) beginning as soon as possible. This includes scrambled eggs. Looks like I may need to pick up some of the Syntrax Grab and Go packets as my best option. @@KristenLe Thank you. I will definitely remind the doctor of the trip on my post op visit. It's a short one, (Las Vegas to Portland) which is good.

Hi everyone, I did a search but came up empty on this. I'd appreciate any advice. I have to fly for a short weekend trip 2 weeks post-op, which is fine with my doctor. Should I just go ahead and buy the individual Protein powder packets? Should I maybe pop a couple of pre-made shakes in my bag? What has worked best for you? Thanks in advance.

I have a different BCBS, but if it were me, I'd give them a call or send a secure message if you have a portal and have them clarify.

Best wishes to you. What a wonderful role model you are for your daughters. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-T817A using Tapatalk

Congratulations!!!

Yay! I love LLR and have been holding off on buying since I'm scheduled for August. I've also been wondering what to do with my too big LLR pieces once that time arrives.

Keep up the good work @@melbell2222 The hell with the looky-loo crowd!

Thanks @hopeful2016. I am very excited. @@nickisleeve I had sent a secure message via the portal asking if they had received my paperwork on Tuesday. I didn't check my messages again until this morning when I got a an email notification that I had a message. They sent me a message that I had been approved. The coordinator from my doctor's office called about 10 minutes later.

August 30th confirmed! I got my approval.

Update: I was approved yesterday! 8 calendar days total from submission to approval. I am currently set for a surgery date of 8/30.