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Sounded so good I had to look the recipe up: https://asimplepalate.com/blog/slow-cooker-autumn-squash-soup/

Much as I'd like to embrace JRT Mom's suggestion, I can't stand it when the yard dogs get off the leash and wander all over the place. At home, I just rock a decent sports-bra. Heck, I often sleep in them because I just can't stand the tatas hanging down on my belly. Besides, they come in handy for my AM yoga routine. This is me as well, got to keep them contained lol

I did the first few times, but the tomatoes in salsa really have the squish factor so I didn't puree after the first few times.

I am also a fan of the refried beans. We buy the black beans by Ole Elpaso. I add some salsa and some shredded cheese to it as well.

I have a terrible back since a fall down a flight of concrete stairs. I have had 3 surgeries on my back. Now my Thoracic spine is having issues. I would recommend the injections and go from there. My thoracic pain does not respond to the injections and now I am on a buprenorphine pain patch. Just recently my primary told me she can not dispense this as it is equivalent to 90 morphine. Now I am waiting for my pain management appointment in early November. Good luck with this, it is awful to be in pain!

Hi Scisue! I am also from Missouri! Anyway, I have an office job but I spend half my day on my feet. The first day I went back I realized how weak I felt. It has gotten a lot better, I am 6 weeks out and feel about normal. One day you will realize, wow I feel better! I hope that is soon for you.

I have been rocking the uni-boob since a week out from surgery. I have a drawer full of older bras that I am waiting to get into. Thanks for all the bra info!

I am now 6 weeks post op!

I am getting 50 to 100 grams of protein each day and yesterday despite being a work day I got in almost 800 calories! I did discover I was completely constipated and will not let that happen again, whoa! Now I can't wait to see the scale Monday or maybe I will put it off another week. Thanks all!

I was also told I could shower right away, but not to scrub the incisions, to let the soapy water wash over my stomach.

Thank-you so much for the encouragement. I have decided to weigh in on Mondays from now on. I need to figure out what to eat that will up my calories. At the moment I am eating my 1/2 cup of food at each meal and then 2 snacks a day at 1/2 cup each, I get in 300 to 500 cal a day. I get most of my water in each day, but sometimes put off food to get my water in, sigh. I know it will start coming off again, just have to be patient!

Eventually you will work your way into standing straight up. I don't remember (was 20 years ago) if I was to try and stand straighter but I think it just happened eventually.

The funny thing is that when I went to my last pre op appointment they told me I was okay because I was having the surgery for other medical reasons so my weight didn't matter, ugh! I stressed so much trying to keep the scale from going down (it was hard) Turns out my gallbladder was not helping at the time. When is your surgery?

I agree with AJ, if you can't get the support you need at home, get it here. We are all here for you!

I agree with you, way to young to understand the implications!

Years ago when I had my VBG I started out exercising to Richard Simmons videos, they are fun, goofy and they get you moving. All I did after that surgery was walk 2 miles a day and then one of Richards CD's. Well, I have decided that today is the day. I actually feel really good for the first time since surgery so out came my dancing shoes. Wish me luck!

Thanks sir, I know you are right, I just have to stop telling myself that and to stay off the scale!

I hope so, thanks!

Congratulations Brent! Well done!

I got on the scale today and wanted to cry. The scale is up to 196! I know the cause I think..... I have only once made it to 800 calories in a day. I am on the soft diet and in a week I can start my regular diet. I just don't get enough calories in each day. My water is pretty close anywhere from 54 to 62 oz a day. It's frustrating! Thanks for listening!

I for one cannot wait to hear from Mikey! He has been on my mind since his last post.

Don't be so hard on yourself! I am the same way with my hubby always treading carefully.

Thanks a bunch!

I am so excited for you! Can't wait to hear to hear all about it when you are home. Prayers and friendship!

My pre op diet was 3 days of shakes and I lost 3 pounds.