I am starting this so all of us who are beginning 2013 in a big way can share stories, advice and experiences.

My surgery date is 1/21/13 and this has been a year long journey for me. I began last December with a physical and my Dr. and I decided it was time. I had to go through 6 months of weigh-ins and visits with the nutritionist before I was even allowed to see the surgeon. I finally met him in July and then was given a whole new list of tests and appointments that needed to be done. My insurance finally approved me earlier this month, but only for surgery after January 1, so January 21st it is.

I am so excited to start this journey and thank you all in advance for sharing your experiences here!

New question...How much time are you taking off work??

I'm taking off 2 weeks.. I'm a cosmetologist so my job is not that bad.. Yes I'm on my feet all day but I can take breaks or leave whenever because I'm my own boss kinda lucky I have that advantage.

Just got approved!! Yay jan 22 is my date! Start optifast on jan 8

New question...How much time are you taking off work??

Taking two weeks off. I sit on my butt all day, but I'm a social worker so stress is high. I wanted the relaxation!

Damn this pre-op liquid diet is difficult! I literally feel like I'm starving myself! Anyone else? Today is day 3.

Days 2-3 were the worst. I'm on day 8 now, and it's definitely gotten easier. Still have some times where I'm really hungry, but (most of) the cravings have gone away. It helps that I've lost 7 pounds in the past week!

Well my date was Jan 15 but my primary Doc. didnt sign some papers so my surgery was moved.My new date is Jan 22 at 7:30am no more changes. I start my liquid diet on the 8

Damn this pre-op liquid diet is difficult! I literally feel like I'm starving myself! Anyone else? Today is day 3.

Ummm yeah I agree : /

Damn this pre-op liquid diet is difficult! I literally feel like I'm starving myself! Anyone else? Today is day 3.

I almost fell off the sofa laughing when I read this. I felt the same way, started before Christmas. Then the weight started coming off about a pound a day. Anxiety is normal especially when you look at all the risks and long term consequences under a microscope. I deal with it by simply thinking I am making the best decision for my situation with the tools available.

January Dates

MrsPolk - Jan 02

Nikempster - Jan 3, Federal Way, WA

Thynnlynn - Jan 4, Ypsilanti, MI

Preacherswife26 - Jan 7

Frogjlr - Jan 7, St Vincent, Camel, IN

Truebind - Jan 7

MollyB38 - Jan 8

Teka2011 - Jan 9

Jmaromano. - Jane - Jan 9

BrattyAsh - Jan 9

BigMike - Jan 9, San Antonio, TX

Ducky07 - Jan 9

Ready2Smile - Jan 10

Jessica9190 - Jan 10

Feelin-Lika-Cow - Jan 14

Kloveburd - Jan 14

Trailblazer57 - Jan 14, Greenville, PA

TLP1212 - Jan 14

Mommywifeandfat - Jan 14

Lovealways - Jan 15

Libra_Lisa - Jan 18

Wdwfreak - Jan 21

Jayla_Mom_of2 - Jan 21

Cookie - Jan 21

Copmom - Jan 22

Vbgirl264 - Jan 22

Fiusha - Jan 22

Sissy - Jan 22

Dizzywzi - Jan 24

MrsPritts11367 - Jan 30

Gen :-) 12/15/12

January Dates

MrsPolk - Jan 02

Nikempster - Jan 3' date=' Federal Way, WA

Thynnlynn - Jan 4, Ypsilanti, MI

Preacherswife26 - Jan 7

Frogjlr - Jan 7, St Vincent, Camel, IN

Truebind - Jan 7

MollyB38 - Jan 8

Teka2011 - Jan 9

Jmaromano. - Jane - Jan 9

BrattyAsh - Jan 9

BigMike - Jan 9, San Antonio, TX

Ducky07 - Jan 9

Ready2Smile - Jan 10

Jessica9190 - Jan 10

Feelin-Lika-Cow - Jan 14

Kloveburd - Jan 14

Trailblazer57 - Jan 14, Greenville, PA

TLP1212 - Jan 14

Mommywifeandfat - Jan 14

Lovealways - Jan 14

Libra_Lisa - Jan 18

Wdwfreak - Jan 21

Jayla_Mom_of2 - Jan 21

Cookie - Jan 21

Copmom - Jan 22

Vbgirl264 - Jan 22

Fiusha - Jan 22

Sissy - Jan 22

Dizzywzi - Jan 24

MrsPritts11367 - Jan 30

Gen :-) 12/15/12[/quote']

My date is actually January 15th, not the 14th!

I almost fell off the sofa laughing when I read this. I felt the same way' date=' started before Christmas. Then the weight started coming off about a pound a day. Anxiety is normal especially when you look at all the risks and long term consequences under a microscope. I deal with it by simply thinking I am making the best decision for my situation with the tools available.[/quote']

So true though! My poor family....I've been so whiny and dramatic hahaha. I feel like I'm going to die of starvation over here! Lol. Just keeping my eye on the prize!

So true though! My poor family....I've been so whiny and dramatic hahaha. I feel like I'm going to die of starvation over here! Lol. Just keeping my eye on the prize!

Yea I think I'm nominated for an Oscar or 2 lol

Its nice to see Im not the only one on the 22

Yea I think I'm nominated for an Oscar or 2 lol

Hahahaha

Im on day 8' date=' 7 more to go... i was fine, having to eat, well drink something every 2 hours and 3 Protein shakes a day wasnt making me hungry... but my mind was telling me I was. I cracked on my 5&6 day, i ate. Today im feeling weak again, so i called nutritionist to see if theres anything healthy i can eat... i can not wait for her return call.... anyone not on an all liquids 2week diet, what are u allowed to have??? I have read high protein/low carb meal, i think i may try that at lunch. Opinions???[/quote']

Ash, I had 6 pieces of plain shrimp today, I felt so fatigued! High protein I hear still shrinks the liver