Well, I did it, my first week of full liquids. I was nervous that I would cheat, but honestly, I did well.

I lost 5 pounds in 6 days. Yeah, I wish it had been more, but I'll take what I can get.

Today, is Clear Liquids. I made red Jello, does that count as a clear liquid?

Anyway, I'm not as nervous as I thought I would be. I did all the research, read most forums on this site, seen the good, bad, and ugly. I am stronger than I thought.

Emotions? Running thru the gammit. On Wednesday, I was thinking, 'what have I gotten myself into?'; almost considered cancelling the surgery. So glad I didn't.

Today, I am going to a boat parade (I live in SW Florida). There will be lots of food to tempt me. My Dr. offered jello w/protein pre-packaged at the office so I bought some. I'm going to take the jello, and some broth with me, so I can look like I'm eating along with everyone else.

Lastly, my loving and supportive mother flew down from NJ to be with me after surgery. I am truly blessed.

For you prayer warriors out there, I would appreciate a prayer be sent my way.

Good luck everyone with your journey.

Prayers for you from Dade City, a bit northeast of you I think.

I went through those emotions as well. I am 10 months out, 108 pounds down from starting weight, 2 pounds from goal, and enjoying much outside exercise in the glorious Florida sun.

Do you live down by Sarasota?

Prayers for you from Dade City, a bit northeast of you I think.

I went through those emotions as well. I am 10 months out, 108 pounds down from starting weight, 2 pounds from goal, and enjoying much outside exercise in the glorious Florida sun.

Do you live down by Sarasota?

I live in Cape Coral, by Ft. Myers.

I live in Cape Coral, by Ft. Myers.

Beautiful area!!!! So much to do, too!

That area was my pick for where to move to from Ohio but I have a family with say-so and Dade City worked out better for us,....for now.