-Nine days out...

-Feeling pretty good...

-Liquids suck but I am getting creative since I can have blended soups. Though a wee bit "food depressed" is what I am calling it. They had taco casserole tonight for dinner(crushed Doritos, taco meat, cheese, layered) I took some meat, cheese, salsa(to help blend) and whipped it in the blender. Tomato soup consistency, almost pure protein, taco flavored, suprisingly delicious. One bowl and finally stuffed.(I have only had a protein shake, Campbell's Soup at Hand and sugar free pudding)

-13 lbs down(oh yeah)

-Wounds healed though still tender sometimes(not covered at all with bandaqes because there are no openings or scabs) Port pain still sensitive but not unbearable.

-Went to YMCA today and walked around track (miss the elliptical but don't want to overdo it)

-Still gassy but liquids will do that and hey, we're family anyways:)

Sounds like you're off to a great start! Glad you're feeling good and congrats on the 13-lb loss! Just awesome!

Just remember to take it easy though. At 9 days post op, your body has gone through some major trauma and walking is great for now, but just try not to overdo it with anything too strenuous.

Lots of luck to you!!