SueSaBelle

As I get closer to my surgery date, I am reading more about others' recoveries. I am glad you are doing so well. It gives me hope

I am glad that everyone has future plans! I read some of them and thought "Yes! I want to do that as well." My ultimate would be to learn how to properly surf in the ocean and be successful at it. Maybe somewhere like Hawaii or Australia. I would worry about sharks though. And the hubby wants me to go see "The Meg."

I understand completely. The last trip my husband and I went on was to Vegas. I really had no desire to go because I it was two weeks before my total hip replacement so I couldn't take my beloved Aleeve. I was achy all the time, no matter what position - standing, sitting on chairs, sitting on stools, walking, even lying down. When I got on the plane to come home, I thought to myself, "This is the last time I will have to stress out about where I sit and who I am next to." I never want to feel this bad ever again. Now that I have recovered from that surgery, the rest of my body is letting me know that I am not out of the woods yet. I am counting on WLS to help with my osteoarthritis in my left hip, knees and ankles, along with the plantar faciitis in my right heel. I am looking forward to having more energy to daily chores like cleaning my house, and gardening again. I am also looking forward to enjoying my life again with my husband. We both want to travel. I have been putting off a trip to Asia because I dread how small the seats will be. After I lose the excess weight, look out world! The possibilities are endless - like white water rafting in Scotland, and Zip lining in Costa Rica....

Other than gathering post-op things, I have been anxious. I was suppose to have surgery today but the doctor's office called to change it, so now I have to wait 9 more days. I sometimes feel like this entire spring and summer has been me waiting for hip surgery and now wls so I can move again without being in pain. I did get good news that my prescription insurance will cover the cost of bariatric vitamins so I set things up for my first delivery. I know that I need to appreciate this waiting period so I don't take things for granted when I can move with out pain. As my grandma always said, "This too shall pass..."

12 days until surgery!! Yes I am counting down and trying to get all the things I need beforehand. Here is what I have so far: Gas-X thin strips Liquid tylenol Magnesium Citrate Dulcolax (for day before) Biotene Gentle Mist Moisturizing Mouth Spray Genepro flavorless protein powder Stur drinks natural flavored water enhancers Premier protein - vanilla, chocolate, orange mango clear (for day before) Organic baby food (meat & vegetable) comfy clothes, shorts for walking the halls Vionic Orthaheel sandals (I have plantar fasciitis) overnight toiletries pillow for car ride home ask about a bariatric surgery girdle tiny spoons to eat with If you have any other ideas, please let me know

How's everyone doing? I just came back from a romantic 2 night hotel stay where we conducted food funerals at all of our favorite restaurants. I realize I will be able to find appropriate things after surgery but it was good to get it out if my system. I have notice that now I am listening to my therapist that I am starting to view food differently. Food does not equal love nor can someone guilt me into eating something I don't want. While I only have a one day pre-op diet of clear liquids, I will be using this time to stop drinking all caffeine and Pop. I am already off of Aleeve and taking Tylenol for the osteoarthritis. I am also trying to be prepared for after surgery with liquids.

I feel the same mc2017! My surgery was changed from August 27th to September 5th because of the OR getting some changes. I will be having mine with Dr. Taylor at Barix Clinics of Michigan in Ypsilanti. This has been a long process that started in January 2018 because I had stage 4 osteoarthritis in my right hip. I have since had a total hip replacement but my left hip has stage 2 osteoarthritis. At 48, I am too young to feel this damn old. My orthopedic surgeon assures me that losing the extra weight will get me back to my dancing days with the Hubby. Thankfully, Hubby understands that I am doing this to get back to my old self and to be able to keep up with him.

I only have to do one day of clear liquids. My husband has plan a romantic weekend for us and I imagine I will have a few food funerals. I will then be back to no caffeine, no carbonated drinks, and eating to lose more weight before surgery, which is Sept 5th.

I am scheduled to have gastric bypass on August 27th. I will know more after I go for my presurgical appointment on Monday. I am amazed at how fast this happened after I submitted my 6th month doctor monitored diet paperwork to BCN.