Getting Lap-Band on Tuesday, Feb 8th 2011

I am brand new to the site and just decided to join. My Lap-Band surgery is this Tuesday and I am super excited, but nervous as well. My nutritionist said I could do the Protein only portion for 5 days, and let me tell you, I have been eating more protein than prior to being on the protein only portion. I have had steak, a ton of eggs, pork chops and bacon. I kinda feel nauseous from all the grease and fats. I am skipping going out to Superbowl parties, cause it would be too difficult for me. I will make my own grill wings, if I feel the urge.

I must admit, the part that makes me the most nervous is being hungry after the liquid portion for 2 solid weeks. I am also concerned about the gas pain, that seems to be prevalent. I haven't told too many people either, only because I feel like a failure that I can't lose the weight on my own. I feel like it's a willpower thing, but that is from having siblings who are not overweight and even though not judgemental, that's how I feel. I also have a fear that even after losing the weight, I will still feel self conscious and this will not help my dating situation. A friend said, it all comes from within and my weight shouldn't play a factor in my happiness. I hope to G*D she is wrong and I gain some new found confidence and become more appealing to men. I am 41 and still single. Makes for a pretty miserable existence. This is my last ditch effort for some confidence.