QueenJamie99

I feel like last night was a huge accomplishment for me and I just had to share! I've been pretty bummed the last few weeks since surgery because I am such a social person and I have been couped up in my house. Sure, I've gone to work and to a movie, but nothing really social with friends. I was beginning to feel like I was never again going to be able to go to a restaurant! (maybe over dramatic I know) Yesterday my husband and I were doing some house work and there was a commercial for Red Lobster on and I could see my husband salivating, he has been eating healthier too since I started and has lost 7 pounds already not evening trying! (oh how I wish I could be so lucky!) We had plans with friends and were trying to plan something non food related but it was getting late and we still hadn't had any dinner. We decided to meet them at Red Lobster for dinner, and I would see how it goes. I feel like this was a HUGE accomplishment to be able to feel semi normal again! We went and I ordered the spinach and artichoke dip appetizer and mashed the chunks with my fork and chewed very slowly and just ate the dip without the chips. I know this may have not been the healthiest choice in the future, once I can move on to non pureed foods, but for now to eat part of that was such a good feeling! I can't wait to return there when I can eat the fresh fish and vegetables without having to mash everything before putting it in my mouth!

I was banded on December 21st. Generally at lunch 3/4 cup of food fills me up, but for dinner I feel like I could keep eating forever. Luckily my husband is very supportive (aka strict) and only allows me to eat 3/4 cup of food. He even measured out part of the yogurt cup so that I didn't go over it. I know that everyone says that you are tighter in the morning, and I definitely am, I just can't wait until I get a few fills so that I can feel full later in the day.

Hello fellow Minnesotans! I am currently in the process of getting all of my pre-op requirements done through Unity Hospital love to read any experiences people are having! I haven't decided on a surgeon yet though, so if you have advice, please let me know!