Im September 16th....I havent been in hospital for 22 years to the date and that was for the birth of my twin boys who were born 09/16/91.

This surgery will also be a life changing experience for me!!

Congrats on the successful surgery. It's great that we can all support one another thru this journey. What protein shakes does everyone like the best

I have been using the chocolate fudge EAS CarbControl shakes from Sam's. I've drank them for years in place of breakfast but after this two weeks (liquids started Aug. 26 for me), I can't stand them.

I also ordered about 30 different flavor samples and brands from Nashua Nutrition and Unjury. My favorites from Nashua: Syntrax Double Stuffed Cookie and Vanilla Bean Torte. The strawberry kiwi, orange, and other 'kool-aid' types taste just like jello water, hated those. But the BEST I have tried has been the UNJURY! They are soooo good! I ordered 2 tubs of the Chocolate Splendor, 2 tubs of vanilla and 2 tubs of Chicken Soup flavor. They are really good. Highly recommend! Oh, my husband picked up some 'Pure Protein Vanilla Creme' RTD's (in aluminum bottles) from Walmart. They are pretty good, the only RTD vanilla I have ever liked. Downside is they are $7.98 for a 4 pack. That's a little much for me!

I have been using the chocolate fudge EAS CarbControl shakes from Sam's. I've drank them for years in place of breakfast but after this two weeks (liquids started Aug. 26 for me)' date=' I can't stand them.

I also ordered about 30 different flavor samples and brands from Nashua Nutrition and Unjury. My favorites from Nashua: Syntrax Double Stuffed Cookie and Vanilla Bean Torte. The strawberry kiwi, orange, and other 'kool-aid' types taste just like jello water, hated those. But the BEST I have tried has been the UNJURY! They are soooo good! I ordered 2 tubs of the Chocolate Splendor, 2 tubs of vanilla and 2 tubs of Chicken Soup flavor. They are really good. Highly recommend! Oh, my husband picked up some 'Pure Protein Vanilla Creme' RTD's (in aluminum bottles) from Walmart. They are pretty good, the only RTD vanilla I have ever liked. Downside is they are 7.98 for a 4 pack. That's a little much for me![/quote']

I bought the pure protein frosty chocolate from Walmart 2 days ago...not too bad, but ya the price wasnt all that great

I'm ok a little bit sore in the stomach region lol, sucks being on an IV because I have to get up to pee every half hour! Gotta unplug from the wall, roll over to get up and waddle over to the bathroom lol.

UGH...Tomorrow is my day and I am so nervous I feel like I don't want to do this!! I remember a few weeks ago I was so macho and I kept saying how it wasn't a big deal but here I am today questioning my decision. UGH!! There is no turning back now. I will do this I just need to get over this emotional crap. I also think it may be because I am hungry. Damn stomach!

Well here I go guys checking into the hospital as we speak. Good luck to everyone that is getting sleeved today. See you on the other side!

Well here I go guys checking into the hospital as we speak. Good luck to everyone that is getting sleeved today. See you on the other side!

Hope you have a speedy and painless recovery! Good luck and keep us posted! You'll be out of surgery in no time !

I started my 2 week pre-op diet today too. It's 5 protein shakes per day and I can have broth or sugar free popsicles too. I'm already sick of protein shakes. But' date=' like you, I keep telling myself it's only 2 weeks (even though 2 weeks feels like an eternity right now).

Is your surgery the 23rd also?[/quote']

Dallasgirl - yes I am - in Charlotte - we will have to compare notes!

Good thoughts and prayers for everyone having surgery today!

Good luck to everyone going to surgery today. Your finally sleeved

UGH...Tomorrow is my day and I am so nervous I feel like I don't want to do this!! I remember a few weeks ago I was so macho and I kept saying how it wasn't a big deal but here I am today questioning my decision. UGH!! There is no turning back now. I will do this I just need to get over this emotional crap. I also think it may be because I am hungry. Damn stomach!

. Don't second guess it. You are at the beginning of a whole new life. Embrace. Plus I will need this same pep talk next tuesaday

Heading to the hospital now... Check in time is in 15 minutes.... Wish me luck! Will write more tomorrow

Heading to the hospital now... Check in time is in 15 minutes.... Wish me luck! Will write more tomorrow

Good luck to you and a speedy recovery. Will be waiting to hear updates

Good luck to all sleevers today!

I'm ok a little bit sore in the stomach region lol' date=' sucks being on an IV because I have to get up to pee every half hour! Gotta unplug from the wall, roll over to get up and waddle over to the bathroom lol.[/quote']

I hear you!

I'm always happy to be up!

They say I've passed all questions that they ask, just waiting for my GI then the results. Hopefully it's all good.

Good luck to you and a speedy recovery. Will be waiting to hear updates

. Good luck on the first step on your new journey