Malaika

Third test passed!!! Woo hoo ... now slowly sipping on chicken broth ... can't do the apple juice - gives me acid reflux, won't do the tang-like orange drink - tastes really nasty (in my opinion) so the tea and the broth are best - plus warm goes down easier than cold. Waiting for them to come and take out the drainage bag and my iv. Got a shower last night, boy was that nice. Had them load me up last night with anti-reflux, sleeping pill and pain pill -- had a GREAT night - slept all night and even was able to sleep on my side without any pain ... I am a side sleeper so that was very nice. Will be glad to be home in my own bed tomorrow night and be able to sleep next to my honey and see my babies (puppies). Thanks for all of your thoughts, prayers and good wishes - they mean a lot.

Well you'd better let me know next time you're in Las Vegas ... that's my stompin' grounds and would love to meet you face-to-face ... I even have a guest room :-)

Tiffy - SO GLAD to see your post. I knew your story; however, didn't believe it my place to post in your behalf so I am glad you finally feel up to posting, which means you've got to be feeling so much better than when I talked to you and you were still in ICU. Hopefully the worst is over, the 22nd will be here before you know it and you'll be on your road to a full recovery with wonderful results. I think you tend to heal better when you're at home in your own surroundings and your own bed. I know I'm ready to sleep in my own bed tomorrow night! Keep in touch and know that you've been and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

That's fantastic!! Congratulations. Way to go Colin!

Good luck on your decision -- there are alot of knowledgeable people on this site who can help you with any questions you may have -- they are very informed .. don't hesitate to ask; someone will respond.

Well, last night was a rough night. I didn't sleep more than a few hours at a time due to the pain from the leak bag (am sure there is a fancier name for it). That is the only pain I am having. This morning when I got to drink water, I drank two of the litte "shot" cups - making about 4 swallows out of each one. There was quite a bit of pain when I swalled, a bit of cramping between my shoulder blades and then I'd burb and all would be fine. I took a walk down to Ruth's room and we went walking around and back to her room. We were sitting there talking and I got incredibly nauseaus and broke out in a cold sweat. Ruth, bless her heart, having been a nurse took immediate control and before I knew it, I was in a chair, my feet were up, a cold washcloth on my face and anti-nauseau medicine being dispensed. About that time Dr. Aceves showed up and had Lucy take my BP which was quite high so I was given a pill to help with that - after awhile I was feeling fine and since then, all has been well. I passed the leak test with the blue drink (which I thought tasted like water downed prune juice) ... and after that I progressed to hot tea and juice. Plus had my IV removed with just a shunt. I've napped off and on and walked off and on -- even ventured outside with Bob to enjoy the sunshine. The only pain I have had today is from the bag and when I drank the water. I can't wait for the drainage bag to come out --hoping the pain will go away when that happens.

SOUNDS VERY YUMMY. I'd love to have something cold on my throat right now

Hi all - Well here I am finally -- I've tried to get online since about 4; however, I wasn't able to stay awake long enough to read or type anything. Pre-testing was yesterday and all went well. Ernesto picked us up at 7 am this morning and we came to the hospital. We waited about 30 minutes as they were cleaning our rooms. Then they came and got Ruthi and tooker her to her room and I waited some more. Then the internest wanted to question me with regard to some of my allergies. Also informed me that my blood work showed a slight UTI. None of this prohibited my surgery, Thank God. So to my room I went. Disrobed and got in the lovely hospital gowns provided by the hospital and waited. Dr. Aceves and one of his assistans (not Dr. Campos, he isnt here right now) came to see if I had any questions and give a brief synopsis of what he had talked about yesterday. Various nurses were in and out - blood pressure, temperature, Lucy to give me my happy pills ... and then we were off to the operating room .. I remember being wheeled into the OR and I remember absolutely NOTHING after that until they were waking me up in recovery. I was taken from recovery to my room. And have pretty much been sleeping of and all all day. My surgery went great - Dr. Aceves said it was a very easy surgery and he also repaired a small hiatal hernia. He said the entire surgery took 1:07 minutes and I passed the first leak test. He has been in 3 times to check on me and Lucy was here a few times too. I've had one pain shot and that was just a bit ago when the pain moved from my left shoulder blade to right under my left breast. Thank God for my heating pad. I have taken a few walks - twice to the bathroom and twice around the floor .. down to to talk with Ruthi and Becki. Becki leaves tomorrow. Ruth and I are here until Monday. There is a gal next door to Ruth who had the lapband and she came from Arkansas. She didn't even know what the sleeve was, so we tried to explain it to; however, I don't she "got" it. She goes home tomorrow too. I will be glad for tomorrow when I can have some sips of Water, my throat is so dry from the breathing tube ... other than that I feel good (with the exception of the gas moving around - I think that means I'll probably start passing it soon ... walking definitely does help) Well, I am going to go and try and read some posts -- I think I have about 4 pages worth. Thanks to all of you for your thoughts and prayers.

No, they didn't seem too ... I think the sugar alcohol is like a "1"

I love quiche too and this sounds extremely yummy -- I will be trying it once I am back on solild foods. Thanks for sharing ... keep 'em coming.

WASa count me in -- I too think it would be fun ... both NSV and scale victories too

Thank you ... I will keep you posted on everything!:thumbup:

Hey girl - was probably a good thing that the pretesting for Ruthi and I took so long and we weren't able to look you up ... sounds like you wouldn't have been up to company ... so you will have to look us up tomorrow after we're out of recovery. My surgery is first, as Ruthi's will take at least twice as long .... so come find me when you can. Sorry you're feeling so bad today ... hopefully the worst has passed!

I will be after tomorrow morning ... this is my first (and last) WLS. Pre-op testing was today; surgery is scheduled for tomorrow morning.

Pretesting complete and now we're at the hotel. Just had a nice dinner and are back in our rooms for a bit of a siesta and then may go out a little later just to walk and be out in the fresh air. Then back to the room to sleep and be downstairs at 7 am to wait for Ernesto ... tomorrow is THE day! Did you know that Ernesto had the sleeve 9 weeks ago and has lost 44 lbs. already? Will try to post tomorrow if I'm feeling up to it.

So glad I don't drink!

Thanks for the reminder on the handiwipes -- I forgot about that. Don't need a blow dryer, just got a new "do" and it's wash and wear and I'm lovin' it. Medications are packed. Heating Pad, packed. Bathing suit, packed. Gotta find my book from my last trip. Thanks for the reminders

Welcome Tiff -- you'll love this site ... and the people.

Alex - my multi-quote doesn't appear to be working ... any suggestions? Or am I doing something wrong? Are others having any trouble or is it "operator error"

I've found a heating pad on the belly helps a great deal too ... mine is packed and going with me!

Thanks, I will pass the message along to Bob and we'll give it the ole college try.

Did you pay roaming fees? There's really not one I will need to call, seeing as the only one close to me who knows I'm having the surgery is my fiance, and he'll be with me ... and, of course, everyone on VST ... and I'll have my laptop with me. Bob on the otherhand, receives a lot of texts/calls daily so we were going to do it for him ... he said he'll just bite the bullet and pay whatever extra costs there are ... we'll see how it goes. Thanks!

Thanks WASa ... scared, nervous, happy, excited ... my stomach is a wreck ...what a combination of feelings ... I like the alien avatar ... however, I really liked the nurse one you had on LBT ... thought it was very appropriate!

Hi all -- well my surgery is on Friday, June 12th. We're going to head out of Las Vegas tonight and drive until we're (meaning Bob) is tired and then stop, get up and finish the drive to Calexico tomorrow morning (it's only a 5 hour drive; however, he insists on leaving tonight!). :cool0: Anyway - pre-op is on the 11th and surgery on the 12th. I've got the list Nina sent me of things to bring ... is there anything you didn't bring you wished you had? Anything you did bring you wish you hadn't? We weren't able to get the verizon mexico plan because apparently all they have on the phone are people who don't have a clue ... we gave up out of frustration. So I won't be using my phone while in Mexicali; however, will have my laptop and will post as soon as I feel up to it. So suggest away -- I'm all "ears" :car: (or should that be "eyes")? :car:

I've never had the dry roasted version -- is it any good Steve? Also you can buy it in like 8-pks at Sam's Club and costco. The frozen is very yummy; especially if you sprinkle just a tad of sea salt on it. FYI -- if you buy the frozen - you DON'T eat the pod, only the "peas" that are inside it ... basically put the pod in your mouth and slowly pull it out and pods will pop out the end into your mouth.