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You hit the nail on the head, Fluffy!! [emoji12]

I agree! The first one was horrible. Sat there for 30 mins, crying and sweating! It was a total cardio workout! It does get better, I'm 2 months out and still use a softener daily. Good thing is a big one shows as a 1 lb loss on the scale!!

Well, I'm 2 weeks out (RNY Nov 27), feeling really good. I did have 1 episode of dumping, NOT fun, but I look at it as a learning experience. Don't go 5 hours without eating, you will eat too much ! I have been taken off all the diabetes medication, (Yay, that was a huge motivator for this whole process), and am monitoring my blood pressure. It seems consistently low, so I may be off those when I go back to the Dr in January. I'm starting my 2nd week of pureed foods, doing well, although it is a bit boring. I am down 22 lbs as of today !! Woo Hoo !! I already feel like I'm winning !! How are the rest of my November buddies doing?

OMG, everyone is doing so good !! I'm so happy for us all !!!

My 22 lbs included the 13 I lost in the pre-op, so it looks like we are all on target !!!

It will get better, it's true what they say, every day you feel better. Just keep sipping, hopefully that will get easier soon !! Congrats on the 12 lbs, feels pretty good!!!

You are doing great !! 10 lbs in 2 weeks is fantastic, and i'm sure the diabetes will improve. Keep it up !!

Great news !! The egg drop soup sounds delish !!!

Fluffy, It is totally understandable that all the updates will leave you feeling conflicted. You were with us, right there, up until the last minute. Of course you are disappointed. I agree with everyone else, you are such a positive influence on us, and always know the exact right thing to say. Please stay with us, we will be there for you when your day comes, and it will be sooner than you think. Hugs to you/

Matt, I am so sorry to hear this. In 2013 at the age of 47 I had 2 cardio vascular events, the 1st resulted in 2 stents inserted in my right main artery. 5 months later I started feeling the same shortness of breath, pain that started in my chest, then radiated into my jaw. I went to emergency, where after another angio-gram, I was told my left main artery was 80% blocked. They called this the 'widow maker'. I was devastated. How could this happen after only 5 months, I was so young. They did another angioplasty, and inserted 2 more stents in the left main. I was off work for a total of 9 months, did extensive cardio-rehab, and today I am 3 days post -op from RNY bypass. One of the 1st things I asked, in recovery was "did I have a heart attack?" I understand your disappointment, but your Dr is right. Let's make your heart stronger, so you can have the best results once you do have your surgery. This is not a step back, it is just an unexpected detour towards a new future. Wishing you nothing but the best.

Yay !!! You look great, so happy you are feeling better. I am also 3 days post op, feeling better every day. And Fluffy is right, you and hubs are cute, cute, cute !! We made it to the other side, now the healing has begun. Keep drinking !!

Wow, you look amazing! I had my surgery yesterday. Went really well, surgeon said it was "textbook". Had a bit of a rough night, rumbling gas and nausea but they are taking excellent care of me. My job today is drink, walk and blow into that lung thing (can't remember the name, spyro something). Positive thoughts for a quick recovery for us all.

I'm Nov 27 also, Good vibes and prayers for everyone who has their surgery this week. As of today, I'm down 15 lbs, no cheating, but no judgment to anyone that does, the temptation is horrible, this is hell. Planning on a relaxing day, packing my bag, etc. Hope to get a good night sleep, got to be at the hospital at 6:30 am!! Have a great day everyone !!

It does get better, I found days 4 and 5 the worst. I'm on day 12, your body just kinda adjusts to it. Surgery on Monday, so I'm almost there !! Hang in there, you can do it !

Paula, 8 lbs is great! Keep it up! Got my "friend " this week, hopefully when that's done, it will be lower! [emoji12]

Well, day 9 of the pre op diet. For me, day 4 and 5 were the worst. Tired, weepy and generally sad. It's better now, but I'm tired of Boost. Just think, after 5 more days we are in! I'm down 13 lbs, so I'm glad my liver is shrinking. How are you all coping?

Yay !! So, so glad, you are on your way !!

Sending good vibes and prayers! It will be great!!

I hear you!! I am day 5 today, hungry ALL the time, and tired, not sleeping well, low energy. Hopefully this passes by day 7. I try not to concentrate on anything other than today, sometime just this minute. Cheating is very tempting, I haven't yet, but totally understand anyone that does. This is tough. On the plus side, you are down 36 lbs !! That is fantastic!! Keep it up, you can do this !!!

I have had a couple of people tell me I should take a 'before' photo to document the beginning of this journey. I can understand why some people would want that, and to each his own. But truthfully, every photo of me over the last 30 years has been a 'before' photo. Do I really need to take an underwear shot to remember what I look like? For those of you who are further along, did you need that photo to compare with your current appearance to know you are progressing? Will I regret it if I don't take one? (I guess the thought of a 'bikini pic' right now terrifies me....)

Glad you took your before pics too, and with pretty undies!! That is one of my goals, matching cute undies !! I will also update my pics and measurements monthly. Today is day 5 of the pre op, I was down 11 lbs this am !! 11, I had to look twice! I don't think this rate will continue, but it's a great start. It's hard, for sure, but we will persevere. Have a great day, everyone !

Ok, day 3 brings a new challenge.... horrible breath! Hubby suggests I chew mints "all the time". Yikes!

Yep, I've got headaches too. So far peppermint essential oil is keeping them under control. Hope they stop soon.

Well, it's the end of day 2..... And I made it. Everyone was right, this isn't easy, I'm really just focusing on today. Thinking about doing this for 12 more days is sometimes overwhelming. I've got headaches too, not too bad, but kinda annoying ones that never quite leave. Hopefully that will subside in the next day or two. Stay strong!

Thank you Karen, I just did a tank top and shorts. I would hate for anything more revealing to be accidently seen by anyone !! Today is day 1 of the Boost, doing ok, have a bit of a headache, but I am using peppermint essential oil, and that seems to be helping. I had a 'last supper' last night at my parents. My sister and mom made me a sort of advent surprise, with the most beautiful card. 42 small gifts to open, one for each day for the next 6 weeks !! That should help pass the days!! I opened the 1st one today along with my first protein shake, a bath bomb and a new sponge puff!! I see a relaxing bath in my future tonight !! I have been very selective with who I told about my surgery, only people that I know will be loving and supportive. So far, everyone has been wonderful, hopefully that continues.