FutureSylph

Adding my best wishes for your prompt recovery. Itching is the pits.

Hope it gets better soon!

I think "A lot" is an excellent answer; it's true without being specific. But if you're hoping to squelch them, you could try "Oh, you want to talk numbers? Let's start with your salary." That should give them a hint that their question was rude, and the number is none of their business.

Woohoo! I'll keep my fingers crossed for you that it's smooth sailing from here on out.

I think "A lot" is an excellent answer; it's true without being specific. But if you're hoping to squelch them, you could try "Oh, you want to talk numbers? Let's start with your salary." That should give them a hint that their question was rude, and the number is none of their business.

I think "A lot" is an excellent answer; it's true without being specific. But if you're hoping to squelch them, you could try "Oh, you want to talk numbers? Let's start with your salary." That should give them a hint that their question was rude, and the number is none of their business.

I think "A lot" is an excellent answer; it's true without being specific. But if you're hoping to squelch them, you could try "Oh, you want to talk numbers? Let's start with your salary." That should give them a hint that their question was rude, and the number is none of their business.

You've lost 95 pounds in six months and you think that's slow? How much were you expecting to lose by now? I'm not trying to be snotty; I'm seriously asking why you're devastated rather than thrilled.

You've lost 95 pounds in six months and you think that's slow? How much were you expecting to lose by now? I'm not trying to be snotty; I'm seriously asking why you're devastated rather than thrilled.

Wait a minute, I’ve NEVER had orgasmic food. I’ve obviously been doing something wrong 😂

You've lost 95 pounds in six months and you think that's slow? How much were you expecting to lose by now? I'm not trying to be snotty; I'm seriously asking why you're devastated rather than thrilled.

You've lost 95 pounds in six months and you think that's slow? How much were you expecting to lose by now? I'm not trying to be snotty; I'm seriously asking why you're devastated rather than thrilled.

You've lost 95 pounds in six months and you think that's slow? How much were you expecting to lose by now? I'm not trying to be snotty; I'm seriously asking why you're devastated rather than thrilled.

Have you tried ice packs? A bag of frozen peas is malleable and cheap; just remember to mark it as inedible before refreezing it.

Have you tried ice packs? A bag of frozen peas is malleable and cheap; just remember to mark it as inedible before refreezing it.

No I haven't. And if I'm being honest I probably haven't been drinking enough either, let alone double. Maybe I'll try that. Thanks!!

Excellent call. Thanks!

Have you tried ice packs? A bag of frozen peas is malleable and cheap; just remember to mark it as inedible before refreezing it.

Hubby grilled up a pork loin. Omg so tender!!
Grilled pork loin, fresh seasoned green Beans & sweet potato. Forgot to take a pic after. Only ate half of everything

Do you have smaller plates/bowls/flatware? They're not necessary, but can help you not feel deprived by small post-op portions. I bought some 2 oz. souffle cups and 4 oz. bowls for food storage, too. It's like a little girl's tea party took over my kitchen. 😊

Whaddya know, we have the same cooking secrets! LOL The main problem with those crumbles is they don't make the whole house smell like bacon frying, which is one of my absolute favorite aromas.
Thanks for the recipe adaptation ideas. I probably shouldn't make them, because I'd want to eat the whole pan, but maybe I will right after surgery, when overindulging isn't an option.

I was okay until you said this. <whimpering and drooling>

I'm just over a week out and I had all these fears a few weeks ago. (Except about the piercings!) I must have had the TAP block too, because I was in very little pain at the hospital, but I was in a lot of pain once I got home (mostly when I tried to get up from lying down or when I was walking). I did take 3 total opioid pills but I would probably have survived with just the Tylenol (although I'd have been quite uncomfortable). I don't take the tylenol around the clock anymore, but I still need it sometimes. I had a lot of trouble getting in my liquid and Protein the first three days, but now I'm getting at least 80 oz a day of liquid and about 80g of protein. My plan doesn't allow pudding. I'm eating strained Soup (hot and sour or tom yum or onion or tomato), light greek yogurt, Protein Drinks, and a tiny bit of sugar free Jello, although that doesn't appeal to me much. I'm drinking iced Decaf coffee mixed with Protein Drink, low sugar drink packets mixed with 24 oz of Water (like crystal light but I don't like their flavors), and cold water. I need to eat every few hours and I'll sit on the couch with a water bottle on my lap until I've drunk at least 8 oz before doing anything else. I'm not a big TV watcher, so I'm doing this while listening to podcasts or talking on the phone. Best of luck to you all!

Likewise, why would you ever ruin a perfectly good oatmeal raisin cookie with chocolate chips?
Oatmeal raisin Cookies are my favorite, but I also like chocolate chip cookies. However, I prefer each in its native form.
Edit: For the record, I'm still in the weight loss phase. The closest I get to cookies is the occasional Bel Vita wafer.

This one is cheap and good, IMO: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003XU3C7M/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1