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Great list, thanks. Going to jot these down as a reminder for later in my journey. BWT, jess, I smiled when you mentioned Ragner on another thread. I have friends that have done those. Very cool! I know how hard-core that can be.

Pallavi! So cute... hope I'm just as cute when I shed this weight. Great job.

Look at you!!! Woot, great job.

Wow, that's some playhouse! You're so talented. Since I'm a writer, my next project is my next book, but that seems to be the way it always goes. When I finish this novel, my next project will be....my next book.

I found at about 6 days, I'd turned a corner, but everybody heals so differently. It was like it went from pain to only hurt/discomfort. Every day got easier.

Crock Pot!!!

The psych is more about your eating patterns, the support you have around you, how you cope with stress. It's just an easy conversation and sometimes a bunch of questions to fill out. Nothing bad. I didn't do the sleep or cardio thing, but if you need an endo/colonoscopy, those are simply enough. You prep the day before, you show up, they knock you out so you don't feel anything...like a twilight sleep, and then it's over. The worse part of that is the prep tastes horrible. Otherwise, nothing to stress over. I'm guessing each insurance company is different on the weight loss requirements. I didn't have that, but did a slow, steady downward trend. We were happy if it stayed the same or didn't go up. Now is a great time to set new habits. It will make the transition easier after surgery. My surgery was 2 weeks ago, and having made changes prior made it easier on me. Best of luck!

Good luck to you! Research/read the boards, watch videos, the more you know, the less you worry. Understanding is half the battle, I think.

I'm about 10 days out. For me, like you, it wasn't the surgery that made me nervous, but how would I do with the stuff afterward. It's been so much easier than I anticipated. I think I worked myself up, but reading/absorbing what I could prior was helpful, because now if I do/did something, I'll know if it's a common thing or not and that knowledge is fabulous for keeping a clear mind. Good luck!

Greek yogurt, protein shakes, and cottage cheese are a win for me this week.

I had surgery Aug 1 (Tues) and they anticipated that I'd be there until Thurs. I was discharged Wed. evening, so one night. That was a surprise.

I started, but am kind of new to doing a video, so they are short and to the point...haa...old lady that I am. Just started, so only a handful. Surgery was Aug 1 I think I'm listed under: WLS Confessions I'll look you guys up.

Hope everything went well

Thank you. I've started to do a couple of videos (so out of my loop) but will update on here as time goes along. Letting it all sink in right now.

Life moved yesterday. Blood, sweat, and tears....hahaa...but I survived it. I need one of those t-shirts like, I survived the hurricane of...

Yeah! Glad things went smoothly. It gets better every day.

Nhope! Fabulous. Glad to hear you're doing well...just keep on going, one step at at time. I'm 10 days out now, and the amount of energy I have today as opposed to five days ago surprises me! I don't wear down as quickly. Your name and PA reminds me of a nearby town called New Hope!

What a beautiful transition! You're looking good.

OH, how exciting. I'm one week out and feeling fine! I can't wait until you get to the other side and start the new journey. Good luck.

Beautiful! Great job and congrats on your loss. Keep at it, and you'll see those 1's sooner or later! I hope to be behind you at some point...(i'm 1 week out from surgery)

OH, I love the pics with your son! He must be so proud of you. Great job. You look fabulous.

Just send a big cheer to those of you with surgery coming up shortly! Best of luck.

Jealous! I'm a week out and still waiting. LOL Otherwise, I'm drinking/doing protein without issue. Oh well, puree starts soon, so maybe that will get things moving along.

Yep, 1 oz-2 oz worked for me. I found myself doing 2 oz. without a problem. They did suggest to dilute my protein shake early out. Like AZBlackhawk mentioned, my tummy tells me if only 1 will go down that 15 mins.

So glad to hear you're smiling now. Sorry you hit a bump early, but good news that you're feeling better now.