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26 pounds. I am at one month in a couple days... but I think I am on a "stall" haven't lost in a couple days. Hoping it will end soon!!

Thank you all!!! I can't believe I was only able to see these now! I lost my password and could only log in from work!! Its been almost 3 weeks and I have lost about 25 pounds so far!! Woohoo!! I feel great and have no pain what so ever! I am a little scared that I am able to try and nibble on things without getting sick AT ALL!! I am just supposed to be starting the pureed stage and I have no problem eating normal foods!?!?!? Should I be concerned? Anyone else like this?

I'm just waiting to go under!! Prayers please! Leave a note, a prayer, suggestions... something to read when I wake up... lol! Thanks!

I agree!! I have been making my phone calls during meal times, or jumping on line... or going tanning!! lol! Anything to avoid seeing, smelling or sitting next to the yum yums! Seems to be helping me, I guess. You can do it! I keep reminding my self... "That burger doesn't taste as good as healthy & skinny feels!!"

Wow... have you tried calling your doc or maybe the nutritionist? They for sure would have some words of wisdom for you!?

Are you following all the rules? I am still preop, my surgery is Dec 8th.

Congratulations!! Best of luck and prayers for a fast recovery!! You got this!!

Congratulations!! Sex should be fun!!

I am at class this morning and have my final appointment with my surgeon today also, I think I get my surgery date today!

Fulfilling requirements & praying for approval!

Do you guys feel "ready" for after surgery... and the restrictions and the new life? I am so worried I will screw it up!?

You sound so ready!! Congratulations and best of luck!!

That's funny! Good luck with surgery!! I am in the two week wait... waiting for my insurance approval or denial. Ugh.

@@BigViffer That's no good. My cat already thinks I'm a pushover.

Congratulations!! Are you finding its easy to follow the plan? Stick with the rules? How do you feel!?

Great post! Great advice too!! I am still waiting on my approval... and it seems I am not nervous about the surgery at all, but the thought of eating and making decisions on my own after surgery and sticking to the plan after surgery TOTALLY FREAKS ME OUT!!!! Can I do it? What if I fail? What if I screw up? Will I know what to do? Will I be able to tell if I am full? Will I be able to resist the cravings? Am I strong enough for this? No lie... totally freaking out and I am not even approved yet. Anyone else go through this?

I am still waiting on a couple things, my 2nd dietician appointment, haven't even submitted for my insurance approval yet either... but I am doing everything I can to be "as prepared as I can be" I gave up coffee, working on pop, I have significantly decreased. I am watching my sugar intake and increasing my Protein amounts. I guess, I am still mostly scared and nervous about the after surgery diet. Can I do it? Can I stick to it? Can I follow it exactly? What if I do it wrong? How do you all feel? Do you feel prepared? Thanks!

How's everyone doing!?

I agree and LOVE all of you for this post!!! I am 5' 6" and weigh 236. I hear the "You wear it well" also... Gee, thanks! I feel like Shrek, but... yea thanks! I have very high cholesterol, I am always out of breath, and feel uncomfortable in most of my clothes. My BMI is 38. I am waiting on my 2nd dietician appointment and then its up to the insurance approval. I am ready for this. #goodluckeveryone

the secret is.... don't eat them... when im forced to go to a buffet i ask for a menu. if they don't have one... i show the my LB card and i get at kids price. pick up the small salad plate, put only what is my limit... and walk away

What is an LB card?

What is an LB card?

@@Sumaire Did you just happen to have a sleep study done or was it recommended by someone? I am meeting with my surgeon on the 22nd, but I would like to get all my ducks and appointments scheduled and in a row... just to be prepared!

Congratulations!! You look great!! How is everything going for you? Is following the plan after surgery going well? Easy? Best thing you ever did? Nice Job!!

@@Lexuskela I am in Albertville! I am still in the process of getting approval but I would love to chat with anyone close that has had success or is just willing to chat and answer questions!? I was looking more towards the RnY, but... I am open!?

I live in Otsego up by Rogers, would love to meet up also. I just had vertical sleeve done last Tuesday the 21st.

Great news!! Congratulations!

You have lost 50 pounds, even before surgery!? Wow!! Great job!!

My surgery is next Tuesday as well. I started my Pre-op yesterday and since I started this journey in March I have lost a total of 50 pounds!! I'm nervous, excited, and ready to live my live far as a healthier person. Best of luck to both of you on your surgeries next week!!

Way to go!! You look great!!