Orchids&Dragons

I agree with 2shea. Good luck tomorrow! Hope all goes smoothly and you have a speedy recovery ?

Now that you're able to eat decent sized meals, you might want to check out this thread on Intermittent Fasting: Those who have been giving it a try seem to be liking their results.

That pumpkin is amazing!

You won't after you see the movie, Rocky!

We love virgins!

It is still shown in 3 theaters near me, although I haven't been in ages!

It's a Halloween staple at our house. Permanently saved on the DVR. My poor kids were raised on the Time Warp.

I always appreciate a good Rocky Horror reference, especially during October! Let's do the Time Warp, again! May we all look as good as Tim Curry in a merry widow!

That's me as well. Started dieting at about 12, up and down for the next 48 years. I'm nearing goal now and will probably need a lot of mental adjustments to handle it.

It really sounds like you need counseling. I don't know what else to tell you other than I hope you get yourself under control. 5000 calories a day will add up fast (hug)

That sounds fun. I have a nephew who is a drag queen. Makeup (and the right corset) is magical!

Hope you have an amazing time! We demand pics!

Yep! Exactly that! ?

OMgosh! I'm an idiot today!

That's what I have, but since you haven't had problems until now, I doubt that we have the same issue. Mine was apparent immediately upon attempting to eat solid foods. There are other reasons that stuff gets stuck. It can also be an overreaction of the esophagus muscles, where they squeeze too tight. There are lots of treatments for that, even botox in the muscles of the esophagus. Don't get too concerned before you have something definitive to think about.

If you'd like the site to consider this, post it in the website help thread: https://www.bariatricpal.com/forum/992-website-assistance-suggestions/

So, you're joining my team? Not your best plan!

Just WOW!

Welcome, Kimberly! You have found a huge site full of kindred spirits. Most of us have struggled with weight our entire lives. Look at the various forums and read any threads that interest you. Feel free to jump in with questions. Most people here are happy to help. Good luck on your journey, whatever way you choose to proceed!

All food progression is usually listed "as tolerated". The food lists are suggestions. Start with the softest food at each level and work toward the more solid foods. Chicken should be at the tail end of your progression. For most programs, chicken is not on the soft food stage at all unless it is ground. No need to freak out, just go much more slowly and you'll do fine. Your program isn' crazy. Even though your soft foods include bread and toast, you're 8 weeks out. My program was soft foods at 4 weeks. So some of the differences are more about the timing than the actual foods. Right now, from experience, you know that you're not ready for chicken, yet. Try again in a week or so. (And if chicken didn't work, beef and pork are unlikely to work at this stage, either. You may be able to handle ground meats or sausages, though.) Good luck!

Welcome to the site! This is a very supportive and friendly community!

Thanks for the recipe. What size pan did you use? And approximately how long did you bake it?

I love good quotes, too! There are some gems on that thread.

Good luck with your continued journey! You'll like this thread:

Fluffy, This was in my email inbox today - no kidding! https://www.everydayhealth.com/pictures/foods-high-in-potassium/?slot=0&xid=nl_EHNLwomenshealth_2018-10-17&utm_source=Newsletters&utm_content=2018-10-17&utm_campaign=Women's Health&eh_uid=82463892