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On the 11th I go from 1' date='300 cal to 1,000 cal per day. Still managing to squeeze in my favorites but in smaller amounts. I've really slacked on my Water, no good! I just ordered Isopure Zero Carb unflavored, it mixes clear so I can have it in my "clear liquids" phase. Also got some Celebrate chewable Vitamins, mandarin orange, yum. Doing all this on a budget isn't easy but worth it, requires a lot of comparison shopping. The EKG is a breeze but the Endoscopy was unpleasant. Best wishes to you & thanks for the reply.[/quote']

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Budget is my middle name. I had to save my out of pocket cost ...not covered by insurance. Now that I have that out the way... I can start trying 2 find chewable vitamins and other stuff I need. I hope 2 find coupons and deals. We are still in a recession. I'm trying 2 save every dime.

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June 14th with Dr. Bauman in Charlotte NC

Can't believe its almost here!!!

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The last day of my 14 day pre op! Hallelujah!!!!!

~Giselle

Awesome visual countdown system!!! :D Good luck to you!

Jane

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June 27th.

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I read all the posts about people's surgery being moved to an earlier time in the day. Since I was scheduled for 2:30 pm, I sure was hoping that would happen to me. So I almost jumped out of my skin when I saw the hospital's number on my caller id an hour ago. Now I'm scheduled for an 6:00am arrival and an 8:00am surgery!!!! I immediately called my ride and she didn't even blink. Now THAT'S a friend to pick you up at 4:45am and drive you an hour to the hospital. I don't think this day can get any better. Decatur, TX losers, I'll be sitting on the bench waiting for you. We're going to have a great time B)

G.

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I read all the posts about people's surgery being moved to an earlier time in the day. Since I was scheduled for 2:30 pm' date=' I sure was hoping that would happen to me. So I almost jumped out of my skin when I saw the hospital's number on my caller id an hour ago. Now I'm scheduled for an 6:00am arrival and an 8:00am surgery!!!! I immediately called my ride and she didn't even blink. Now THAT'S a friend to pick you up at 4:45am and drive you an hour to the hospital. I don't think this day can get any better. Decatur, TX losers, I'll be sitting on the bench waiting for you. We're going to have a great time B)

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Im in Dallas.

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Hey

Budget is my middle name. I had to save my out of pocket cost ...not covered by insurance. Now that I have that out the way... I can start trying 2 find chewable Vitamins and other stuff I need. I hope 2 find coupons and deals. We are still in a recession. I'm trying 2 save every dime.

The key to finding the best deals is research and comparing products. As to any other supplements I meet with the nurse and doctor on the 13th: I have a list of questions. Things have really added up, I've cut into my savings more than I thought I would. I've heard amazing stories from those who are post-op. In the end it will all be worth it!

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I just found out today that I'm June 27! I am super excited and nervous at the same time.

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I just found out today that I'm June 27! I am super excited and nervous at the same time.

I hate 2 be put under. The last time, I thought I had a baby lol. I told them no more medication for me. The next month is my birthday. I told my friends we will have drink shakes and Water. No big meals . I will still be on my liquid diet.

My next birthday .... I will be fine and oh sooooo skinny.

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I hate 2 be put under. The last time' date=' I thought I had a baby lol. I told them no more medication for me. The next month is my birthday. I told my friends we will have drink shakes and Water. No big meals . I will still be on my liquid diet.< /p>

My next birthday .... I will be fine and oh sooooo skinny.[/quote']

I found out today my date is the 27 and my birthday is Friday. The best gift I could have asked for. I love ur quote.

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This will also be my second surgery this year. I had to have my tonsills and adenoids out as part of the protocol for me. Then still had to go on a Cpap. I woke up to the sergeon telling my daughter the pain I was going to be in was at a 9 he lied. It was a 15. Lol. Good luck and think happy thoughts.

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June 14th with Dr. Bauman in Charlotte NC

Can't believe its almost here!!!

We are "sleeve sisters!". I am June 14 in Hampton Roads ,VA. Good luck!

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This will also be my second surgery this year. I had to have my tonsills and adenoids out as part of the protocol for me. Then still had to go on a Cpap. I woke up to the sergeon telling my daughter the pain I was going to be in was at a 9 he lied. It was a 15. Lol. Good luck and think happy thoughts.

My husband had that same surgery done. He was in so much pain. I had 2 hide hia pain pills. He had the sleep study done too. The doctor determine he didn't need a machine.

Good luck 2 U. I can't eat anything after midnight 2 night. Ekg test this Friday.

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I had to change my Surgery date and surgen due to schedule conflict. New date June 20th and new surgen Dr. Garcia. I had to change surgens because the soonest Dr. Almanza could get me in was in July and I couldn't wait that long. I am still happy it is happening less the 2 weeks away. Hurray!

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