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I'm on a super restrictive liquid diet and my surgery is 11 days away.
Yesterday, I cooked the whole traditional Thanksgiving meal for my family.
When I wasn't eating any of it, my surgery came up as dinner conversation.... Joy!
And of course....there were naysayers. Gentle naysayers...but naysayers. And I expect this. People are gonna have different opinions, and of course people worry....I wasn't offended.
But here's the cool part....
My daughter, who was home from college, jumped right into that conversation. But instead of addressing the naysayers, she says to me:
"Mom, have I told you how proud I am of you for addressing your health issues? When you called last week and told me your new a1c numbers were in the normal range and that you've already corrected your pre-diabetes, I was so happy. I want you to be around a long, long time, and I think you're doing so well. Last time we went for a walk together and I had to tell you to slow down cause you were killing me, I knew you were on the right track. I know your surgery is going to go really well because I know you research the hell out of everything you do. I am really excited for you, and really proud of you. Good job."
My naysayers...were quiet after that.
God, my kid is awesome. What a cool person she's grown into.
Sorry for the proud Mommy gush... just meant a lot to me.

I cooked the whole dinner, I entertained, I got it all put away and the dishes are done. Whew!
I'll confess outright...I nibbled a very very small amount of turkey. (probably less than half an ounce...just one little chunk)
But other than that, I was a good doobie and stayed on my liquid diet. It was hell...but the day is winding down and it looks like I made it. Good grief!
The smell of baking rolls and the pies....nearly did me in. But I resisted.
11 more days of this till surgery.
One day at a time. That's about all I can handle.
I know people do this...and they all seem to kinda act like it was no big deal. I am REALLY not enjoying this.
I know after the surgery, it's going to be more of the same for a while.....but at least there will be a light at the end of the tunnel and hopefully less hunger.
Right now...the diet I've been on for six months...seems decadent and indulgent.
I don't mind veggies and lean Proteins and low glycemic carbs.....I just want to eat something that casts a shadow again someday:(
Kinda crying in my broth tonight. Feel overwhelmed....but I made it through. Proud of that.
Here's my question: I'm on day 3. Does this get easier?

I cooked the whole dinner, I entertained, I got it all put away and the dishes are done. Whew!
I'll confess outright...I nibbled a very very small amount of turkey. (probably less than half an ounce...just one little chunk)
But other than that, I was a good doobie and stayed on my liquid diet. It was hell...but the day is winding down and it looks like I made it. Good grief!
The smell of baking rolls and the pies....nearly did me in. But I resisted.
11 more days of this till surgery.
One day at a time. That's about all I can handle.
I know people do this...and they all seem to kinda act like it was no big deal. I am REALLY not enjoying this.
I know after the surgery, it's going to be more of the same for a while.....but at least there will be a light at the end of the tunnel and hopefully less hunger.
Right now...the diet I've been on for six months...seems decadent and indulgent.
I don't mind veggies and lean Proteins and low glycemic carbs.....I just want to eat something that casts a shadow again someday:(
Kinda crying in my broth tonight. Feel overwhelmed....but I made it through. Proud of that.
Here's my question: I'm on day 3. Does this get easier?

I'm on a super restrictive liquid diet and my surgery is 11 days away.
Yesterday, I cooked the whole traditional Thanksgiving meal for my family.
When I wasn't eating any of it, my surgery came up as dinner conversation.... Joy!
And of course....there were naysayers. Gentle naysayers...but naysayers. And I expect this. People are gonna have different opinions, and of course people worry....I wasn't offended.
But here's the cool part....
My daughter, who was home from college, jumped right into that conversation. But instead of addressing the naysayers, she says to me:
"Mom, have I told you how proud I am of you for addressing your health issues? When you called last week and told me your new a1c numbers were in the normal range and that you've already corrected your pre-diabetes, I was so happy. I want you to be around a long, long time, and I think you're doing so well. Last time we went for a walk together and I had to tell you to slow down cause you were killing me, I knew you were on the right track. I know your surgery is going to go really well because I know you research the hell out of everything you do. I am really excited for you, and really proud of you. Good job."
My naysayers...were quiet after that.
God, my kid is awesome. What a cool person she's grown into.
Sorry for the proud Mommy gush... just meant a lot to me.

I'm on a super restrictive liquid diet and my surgery is 11 days away.
Yesterday, I cooked the whole traditional Thanksgiving meal for my family.
When I wasn't eating any of it, my surgery came up as dinner conversation.... Joy!
And of course....there were naysayers. Gentle naysayers...but naysayers. And I expect this. People are gonna have different opinions, and of course people worry....I wasn't offended.
But here's the cool part....
My daughter, who was home from college, jumped right into that conversation. But instead of addressing the naysayers, she says to me:
"Mom, have I told you how proud I am of you for addressing your health issues? When you called last week and told me your new a1c numbers were in the normal range and that you've already corrected your pre-diabetes, I was so happy. I want you to be around a long, long time, and I think you're doing so well. Last time we went for a walk together and I had to tell you to slow down cause you were killing me, I knew you were on the right track. I know your surgery is going to go really well because I know you research the hell out of everything you do. I am really excited for you, and really proud of you. Good job."
My naysayers...were quiet after that.
God, my kid is awesome. What a cool person she's grown into.
Sorry for the proud Mommy gush... just meant a lot to me.

I think its a little normal to have a little freakout of omg ... my whole life is going to change. I know when I went into labor with my kids I was a little freaked out about how it was all gonna change .. even though they were planned and very much wanted. Big changes are scary! Also you will eventually be able to eat whatever you want in moderation so don't think about the food youll miss. You can have it ... just enough to be satisfied instead of over indulging. Happy Thanksgiving!

I am scheduled to have surgery Dec. 6th. YAHOO!!! ....I think! LOL! Anyone else 2nd guessing themselves? I'm nervous about this huge lifestyle change. Anyone else worry they will lose weight, then gain it all back? I keep telling myself I don't want to take blood pressure & cholesterol meds for the rest of my life. And I don't want to get type 2 diabetes. Plus it will be a bonus to look better, too. But then I start thinking of all the food I'll be missing. Food really is an addiction!! Am I the only one who feels this way? Advice, please!! HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Hi guys, here's a super quick recipe that doesn't make a ton! You can even half it if you want. I just made it, ate a cup and froze the remaining in 1/4c servings for later.
Quick Broccoli cheese Protein Soup (Phase 2+)
Serving size: 1/4cup (for Phase 2)
Number of servings: 5 (total recipe = 2 1/4c)
Ingredients:
2 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth (Central Market Reduced Sodium Chicken Broth-box)
7oz frozen broccoli florets (Sam's, Daily Chef)
1/4 tsp granulated garlic (Tone's)
1/2 tsp dehydrated onion flakes (Tone's)
1/4 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp Better Than Bouillon Reduced Sodium Chicken
5 g whole psyllium husks (Now) or 3g Benefiber (either is optional)
48g unflavored Protein Powder (Isopure WPI)
56g On the Border Salsa con Queso
14g grated Parmesan (Frigo grated)
Instructions:
Throw broth, broccoli, gran garlic, onions, and black pepper into a small sauce pan. Bring to a boil, reduce to simmer. Simmer 5-10 minutes until broccoli florets are fork-tender. Remove from heat. Add remaining ingredients. Use a stick blender or your favorite blender. Blend to as smooth a texture as you can get. If it's too thick, add hot Water to desired consistency. Makes between 5-6 servings (1/4c each). Serve immediately. Freezes well and reheats in microwave.
Nutritional Information Per 1/4 Cup: 66cals; 11g protein; 1g fat; 4g carbs; 1g fiber; 3g net carbs

Naysayers gonna naysay... thats what they do.
And have they ever taken on a challenge like the one you are about to? I doubt it. So.... they have nothing to offer on the topic.
Your post tells me you have done 2 things exactly right. Researched your surgery and raised and excellent daughter.
Keep going the way you are going. You are going to do great!

Aww that made me tear up....

Simply amazing...
Congrats on your upcoming surgery

That is so cool, your daughter does sound awesome.
Congratulations on choosing to get healthier and I wish you the best on your upcoming surgery.

I'm on a super restrictive liquid diet and my surgery is 11 days away.
Yesterday, I cooked the whole traditional Thanksgiving meal for my family.
When I wasn't eating any of it, my surgery came up as dinner conversation.... Joy!
And of course....there were naysayers. Gentle naysayers...but naysayers. And I expect this. People are gonna have different opinions, and of course people worry....I wasn't offended.
But here's the cool part....
My daughter, who was home from college, jumped right into that conversation. But instead of addressing the naysayers, she says to me:
"Mom, have I told you how proud I am of you for addressing your health issues? When you called last week and told me your new a1c numbers were in the normal range and that you've already corrected your pre-diabetes, I was so happy. I want you to be around a long, long time, and I think you're doing so well. Last time we went for a walk together and I had to tell you to slow down cause you were killing me, I knew you were on the right track. I know your surgery is going to go really well because I know you research the hell out of everything you do. I am really excited for you, and really proud of you. Good job."
My naysayers...were quiet after that.
God, my kid is awesome. What a cool person she's grown into.
Sorry for the proud Mommy gush... just meant a lot to me.

I'm on a super restrictive liquid diet and my surgery is 11 days away.
Yesterday, I cooked the whole traditional Thanksgiving meal for my family.
When I wasn't eating any of it, my surgery came up as dinner conversation.... Joy!
And of course....there were naysayers. Gentle naysayers...but naysayers. And I expect this. People are gonna have different opinions, and of course people worry....I wasn't offended.
But here's the cool part....
My daughter, who was home from college, jumped right into that conversation. But instead of addressing the naysayers, she says to me:
"Mom, have I told you how proud I am of you for addressing your health issues? When you called last week and told me your new a1c numbers were in the normal range and that you've already corrected your pre-diabetes, I was so happy. I want you to be around a long, long time, and I think you're doing so well. Last time we went for a walk together and I had to tell you to slow down cause you were killing me, I knew you were on the right track. I know your surgery is going to go really well because I know you research the hell out of everything you do. I am really excited for you, and really proud of you. Good job."
My naysayers...were quiet after that.
God, my kid is awesome. What a cool person she's grown into.
Sorry for the proud Mommy gush... just meant a lot to me.

I'm on a super restrictive liquid diet and my surgery is 11 days away.
Yesterday, I cooked the whole traditional Thanksgiving meal for my family.
When I wasn't eating any of it, my surgery came up as dinner conversation.... Joy!
And of course....there were naysayers. Gentle naysayers...but naysayers. And I expect this. People are gonna have different opinions, and of course people worry....I wasn't offended.
But here's the cool part....
My daughter, who was home from college, jumped right into that conversation. But instead of addressing the naysayers, she says to me:
"Mom, have I told you how proud I am of you for addressing your health issues? When you called last week and told me your new a1c numbers were in the normal range and that you've already corrected your pre-diabetes, I was so happy. I want you to be around a long, long time, and I think you're doing so well. Last time we went for a walk together and I had to tell you to slow down cause you were killing me, I knew you were on the right track. I know your surgery is going to go really well because I know you research the hell out of everything you do. I am really excited for you, and really proud of you. Good job."
My naysayers...were quiet after that.
God, my kid is awesome. What a cool person she's grown into.
Sorry for the proud Mommy gush... just meant a lot to me.

I'm on a super restrictive liquid diet and my surgery is 11 days away.
Yesterday, I cooked the whole traditional Thanksgiving meal for my family.
When I wasn't eating any of it, my surgery came up as dinner conversation.... Joy!
And of course....there were naysayers. Gentle naysayers...but naysayers. And I expect this. People are gonna have different opinions, and of course people worry....I wasn't offended.
But here's the cool part....
My daughter, who was home from college, jumped right into that conversation. But instead of addressing the naysayers, she says to me:
"Mom, have I told you how proud I am of you for addressing your health issues? When you called last week and told me your new a1c numbers were in the normal range and that you've already corrected your pre-diabetes, I was so happy. I want you to be around a long, long time, and I think you're doing so well. Last time we went for a walk together and I had to tell you to slow down cause you were killing me, I knew you were on the right track. I know your surgery is going to go really well because I know you research the hell out of everything you do. I am really excited for you, and really proud of you. Good job."
My naysayers...were quiet after that.
God, my kid is awesome. What a cool person she's grown into.
Sorry for the proud Mommy gush... just meant a lot to me.

Ginas...I feel your pain. Yesterday was hell for me. But we made it through! So good job, and keep strong. I'm rooting for both of us:)

That is pretty darned awesome. Great job!

My surgery is also on 12/4. I’m on 3 shakes per day. Yesterday was really difficult.

You're stronger than I would have been. You got this. Does it get easier than Thanksgiving? Yes! Congratulations on making it through!

I'm on a super restrictive liquid diet and my surgery is 11 days away.
Yesterday, I cooked the whole traditional Thanksgiving meal for my family.
When I wasn't eating any of it, my surgery came up as dinner conversation.... Joy!
And of course....there were naysayers. Gentle naysayers...but naysayers. And I expect this. People are gonna have different opinions, and of course people worry....I wasn't offended.
But here's the cool part....
My daughter, who was home from college, jumped right into that conversation. But instead of addressing the naysayers, she says to me:
"Mom, have I told you how proud I am of you for addressing your health issues? When you called last week and told me your new a1c numbers were in the normal range and that you've already corrected your pre-diabetes, I was so happy. I want you to be around a long, long time, and I think you're doing so well. Last time we went for a walk together and I had to tell you to slow down cause you were killing me, I knew you were on the right track. I know your surgery is going to go really well because I know you research the hell out of everything you do. I am really excited for you, and really proud of you. Good job."
My naysayers...were quiet after that.
God, my kid is awesome. What a cool person she's grown into.
Sorry for the proud Mommy gush... just meant a lot to me.

I'm on a super restrictive liquid diet and my surgery is 11 days away.
Yesterday, I cooked the whole traditional Thanksgiving meal for my family.
When I wasn't eating any of it, my surgery came up as dinner conversation.... Joy!
And of course....there were naysayers. Gentle naysayers...but naysayers. And I expect this. People are gonna have different opinions, and of course people worry....I wasn't offended.
But here's the cool part....
My daughter, who was home from college, jumped right into that conversation. But instead of addressing the naysayers, she says to me:
"Mom, have I told you how proud I am of you for addressing your health issues? When you called last week and told me your new a1c numbers were in the normal range and that you've already corrected your pre-diabetes, I was so happy. I want you to be around a long, long time, and I think you're doing so well. Last time we went for a walk together and I had to tell you to slow down cause you were killing me, I knew you were on the right track. I know your surgery is going to go really well because I know you research the hell out of everything you do. I am really excited for you, and really proud of you. Good job."
My naysayers...were quiet after that.
God, my kid is awesome. What a cool person she's grown into.
Sorry for the proud Mommy gush... just meant a lot to me.

I'm on a super restrictive liquid diet and my surgery is 11 days away.
Yesterday, I cooked the whole traditional Thanksgiving meal for my family.
When I wasn't eating any of it, my surgery came up as dinner conversation.... Joy!
And of course....there were naysayers. Gentle naysayers...but naysayers. And I expect this. People are gonna have different opinions, and of course people worry....I wasn't offended.
But here's the cool part....
My daughter, who was home from college, jumped right into that conversation. But instead of addressing the naysayers, she says to me:
"Mom, have I told you how proud I am of you for addressing your health issues? When you called last week and told me your new a1c numbers were in the normal range and that you've already corrected your pre-diabetes, I was so happy. I want you to be around a long, long time, and I think you're doing so well. Last time we went for a walk together and I had to tell you to slow down cause you were killing me, I knew you were on the right track. I know your surgery is going to go really well because I know you research the hell out of everything you do. I am really excited for you, and really proud of you. Good job."
My naysayers...were quiet after that.
God, my kid is awesome. What a cool person she's grown into.
Sorry for the proud Mommy gush... just meant a lot to me.

Clown cosplay, duh!

im interested in learning what is included in "pre-sex silliness".....