Well, sleevers, I'm getting sleeved tomorrow morning at 7:30 am. I'll be under the care of Dr. Robert Landerholm in beautiful Edmonds, WA. It's an outpatient procedure -- I don't think I would be comfortable with that if it weren't for the fact that I live literally fifteen minutes from the surgical center in case something goes wrong.

I'm anxious about it, but I'm also very ready to get off the weight loss merry go round once and for all. I'm trying to keep myself occupied and not think about it; my girlfriend (who was sleeved in November) tells me that if I can just keep myself busy and not dwell on it, the surgery will be over and I'll be in recovery before I know it.

I'm having my last Diet Cokes (ever!) right now and sorta saying goodbye to them. If I wasn't on a low carb diet, I'd probably have a beer for the same reason, but that would blow my carb count for the day all to heck, so it's just Diet Coke in my farewell party. They've been a good friend for nearly 20 years, but now it's time to say goodbye!

I have a new music desk arriving today that I'll need to assemble and then put my recording rig together in the music room downstairs (I compose electronic music). That should help me occupied and not obsess about everything that could "go wrong."

Best wishes for you. I work in Mountlake Terrace, so I'm just down the road from you. I'll be sending good vibes your way. You are well prepared & this is going to be life changing for you!

Not to blow your carb count or excuse for not having a beer - but MGD 64 is only 2.4 carbs if you really HAVE to have a beer today!

Best wishes for you. I work in Mountlake Terrace, so I'm just down the road from you. I'll be sending good vibes your way. You are well prepared & this is going to be life changing for you!

Not to blow your carb count or excuse for not having a beer - but MGD 64 is only 2.4 carbs if you really HAVE to have a beer today!

Nah, I can live without beer (and besides, I'm kinda a beer snob; I don't think any of the choices for "low carb" beer would be something I'd want). I'm drinking like a gallon of diet coke, though. That tells you where my priorities lie!

Woot! Post as soon as you are able and let us know how it is going. Best wishes to you!

I'm so ecstatic for you ! ! ! I will be keeping you in my thoughts for a smooth surgery and recovery.

Post an update or have your gf give us a heads up once you are home sipping and walking.

goodluck and welcome to the loser's bench. please keep us posted.:confused:

I hear ya about having your "lasts"! My husband and I have visited a few of our favorite restaurants in the last week. Saying good-bye to some of the meals I will not be ordering anytime soon! I told him when we go out (once I'm ready for regular food) maybe I will order salad bar and he can cut me a piece of what ever he orders! :thumbup:

Thanks for all the kind words and positive energy!

Nah, I can live without beer (and besides, I'm kinda a beer snob; I don't think any of the choices for "low carb" beer would be something I'd want). I'm drinking like a gallon of diet coke, though. That tells you where my priorities lie!

LOL - I like a man who knows what he wants & goes to it with gusto! :thumbup:

Nothing stands between me and my Diet Coke!

Well, nothing besides a sleeve gastrectomy, that is.

Good luck and keep us posted.

Your gonna do great tomorrow. Its weird but I bet you don't miss that diet coke one bit. Now beer is another thing.... I may try to have one again someday

Great to hear you're having your surgery tomorrow, being a "premie" myself I want to hear how well your doing. Post a note when your ready, we'll be waiting! Good Luck! I'm on day two of the pre-op, doing ok.

Congrats! And best of luck.

Good luck tomorrow!! :biggrin: