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I am so sorry. :party: Sandra

:party: I completely agree. I think this is preparing me for the future of a new way of life with food. Also, I have 6 more days until surgery. Starting today I am going to chew chew chew my food to prepare myself for that as well. I think this might just be the key that I need. Sandra

Why not think of every reason this is going to be so positive for you. When I focus on fears it doesn't help me at all. I mean honestly how are we going to feel better? What purpose is it serving? Think everything positive. Just start thinking about that and your fears won't be able to take over. Sandra Let us know how great you are doing afterwards.

This is absolutely where I want to be. Thanks- I hope I can do the same thing. :tt2:

No, just for breakfast. I'm here to tell you- the after taste-- gawd! Congrats to the posters who have already lost weight prior to surgery. That is awesome. See we can do it. I'm on day 5 pre-op. It's going pretty well. Kinda tired of the same ole veggies though. Sandra

Yeh, that's what I meant. Do you have to mix it with broth, salsa, low fat gravy, etc.? Wet- meaning in those things- not raw. lol sorry.

It might have been a good idea for me to have stated by eating anything I meant anything healthy. (fruits, nuts, etc.) It really didn't cross my mind that junk would be included. Those days are behind me. I got fat by eating junk.

but in small portions. I hear so much from others that they aren't able to eat certain things and I'm really hoping that I can just sit down at a meal and not have to worry if I'll get sick, won't agree with me, etc. It would be nice to be able to eat a piece of fruit if I wanted fruit. I would like some positive stories that this can be accomplished. TIA, Sandra I should add that my physician did say fiberous foods that are strigy will probably be off limits.

in order for me to get it down. I remember reading a post that said the meats need to be wet. I don't think I can handle that if that's the case. I have to have my food well done. Share? Sandra

Everytime I drink a powdered shake I get a headache. I've tried GNC and another one that I can't think of the name right now. (my doctor recommended it and you buy it at Walmart)

Keep up the good work on pre-op a2bachik and debbie. We can get through it. I'm on day 3. Sandra

Thanks for all the positive post. Wouldn't it be nice if we all lived by each other!!!!!! Great support. Sandra

I am so glad to see that this board is a little more active. I need some Georgia buddies who understand!!!! :biggrin: I'm Sandra. I live in Warner Robins. I am having surgery Sept 10th and my dr. is Titus Ducan. Let's keep posting. I think it's great to know someone who is going through the same thing close by. Sandra

I thought this might help us to get to know each other better. My surgery date is Sept. 10th. I'm on my 2nd day of pre-opt. Not to bad- Protein shake for Breakfast, lean protein and veggie for lunch and dinner. I'm in a good frame of mind, I've moved past all the second quessing, etc. and I'm ready for a new way of life with eating. Also, is there a daily thread that we can all check in with everyday? If not, let's start one! Sandra

Great post. Thanks

Actually, I'm already going. I started about two weeks ago. I am trying to use every resource I have to make this successful. Thanks for words of wisdom. Sandra

So surgery is approaching, I'm sure it's normal to start second guessing but I am.(not the surgery) I didn't get to be 85lbs overweight by eating a little to much. I have food issues. I have been preparing for this surgery for quite some time now and those food issues have improved but I would just like to hear from other banders who did have a food addiction/binge problems and that it can be something in the past. I completely understand that the band won't do it for me and I have to do the hard work but I would like some encouraging words from others who had food issues. TIA Sandra

You get a little nervous when they tell you to stick with the handout which basically is nothing. lol I have been afraid to have a little juice if it doesn't say juice, you know what I mean? :tt2: Afraid you might do the wrong thing. Thanks

I should add that I do not take medication for my diabetes. However, I do get high readings at times(160ish-170ish) and can get low(70ish) if I don't eat enough carbs or wait to long to eat.

Little concerned that sugar will get low first few weeks post-op. Is there anyone who experienced this and might can comment? TIA Sandra

:smile2: So I am officially Sept 10th. It puts me two days behind starting my pre-opt so I am going to do really really good. I want that liver shrunk!!!! lol Anways, just a little update. Hugs to everyone this month. We are in this together and just keep posting. Sandra

How many times have we heard that??????

Ummmmm, not liking to hear that. :thumbup:

Good Morning, I am in the final steps for my surgery. I met with the doctor and went over all my questions but upon returning home I found I have a few more after reading the material he sent home with me. Calcium Citrate with Vitamin D- do you have any recommendations? Can I assume I need chewables? Protein shakes- Body Fortress from Walmart was recommended. However, do you drink Slim Fast drinks instead? juice Plus- this was recommended to make sure I get all fruits and vegetables in. Are you familiar with it or do you take it? Multi-Vitamin- is this suppose to be chewable? TIA Sandra

Thanks everyone! I feel so much better!!!!!!! Sandra