Hey everyone going through Kaiser Richmond!!

Where are you in the process?

Reggie - I would love to meet you. I saw the pics from the last get together and it looks like you had fun. Everyone has done so well since then - lots of weight dropped! Hey we should all say how much we've lost since our highest weight so far and add it up - I bet this group has lost a ton! Anyway, I am just not sure if I will be up for the long drive that soon after surgery. I'll just have to see how it goes.

Reggie - I would love to meet you. I saw the pics from the last get together and it looks like you had fun. Everyone has done so well since then - lots of weight dropped! Hey we should all say how much we've lost since our highest weight so far and add it up - I bet this group has lost a ton! Anyway, I am just not sure if I will be up for the long drive that soon after surgery. I'll just have to see how it goes.

I would love to meet you. I know the date is so close, however if you can't make that will be fine we will have to meet another time. I am very excited for you and Tamra and All the soon to be banders.

Morning all!

OMG I WOKE UP TO A VERY SICK CHILD!! She is soooo conjested, I had to call the advice nurse, and a Dr called me back. Long story short their seeing colds this season lasting in kids up to 6-8 weeks!!! All I can do is keep her hydrated =(

I woke up STARVING!!! had 1 sugar free jello cup for breakfast, I believe that equals 1/2 cup, if I read that right on here one day.

Pat ~ my bf poped out the camera I had in my purse and asked Dr Baggs if the pic could be taken and he said of course! thats before anything begain, IV, etc.

oh and Feb 6th won't work for me, sorry all; that's a testing day for me to get things rolling for school!

Tamra,

I'm so sorry baby is sick!

Yesterday I made protein jello to try it before surgery.

I used SF Jello and a bottle of Isopure clear protein drink. 160 calories/ 40 protein in the bottle/ zero carbs I think

Dissolve Jello in 1 cup of water, when cooled a bit add the bottle (2 cups?) of Isopure. You could add another cup of cold water if you want. Three cups is 13 protein in each cup. I bought it at GNC. A little pricey but better than starving. When do you get to go to full liquids?

Is BF there to take care of sick baby girl today? You still need to be taking it easy girlfriend.

I'm finishing my tea and heading down to the gym.

Scale this morning - 230.4

I put on clothes and it was 232

Home scale is the same as Kaiser. I may need to show up in bike shorts and a sport bra to weigh in but I'm willing to look stupid to get my Liz appointment!

I just got back from the gym, getting ready to see my ladies today! I'm so excited, it's been too long. I've even got the clothes for the exchange all ready in my trunk! See you guys in 90 minutes!

Have fun everyone!!

Have a great time everyone!!

I just finished 45 minutes in the gym which is great for a start. I've done nothing but walking since my gallbladder operation in November. 30 minutes - 2 miles on tread and 15 minutes on the weight machines. Now I just need to stretch it out. I have to just plan the gym daily or I won't do it.

Hello All

Yep I am at work today. I had an emergency and got called back in by my boss...........missing ya all but the OT won't hurt. Time and a half today and for last night.

Only bad thing this is gonna be a one day weekend and I missed the one meeting of the month. So sad............I am down 2 pounds this morning and will be to busy to think about eating today..........so finally on a role here.

Have fun all!! Tamra you doing ok??

Update us on what went on today. I can live vicariously through you all!! LOL

I am here, doing okay still really sore. I am going to take some medicine now, I had avoided it all day so far.

I had the pudding for breakfast, and had some broth in between. Now I am sipping some water until my next meal...

Hi y'all dorry I couldnt make it today. But hopefully we can meet up with everyone at Reggies on the 6th. I'll be there Reggie.

Hi everyone

Tina - yeah on 2lbs - me too; I was down 2 today also - 220.4. I won't update my ticker yet as I go by Kaiser Scales which are a little heavier, but still means I am headed in the right direction. Sorry you have to work this weekend, but you do important work that I really admire.

Tamara - sorry Brianna is still sick - poor thing. You are an awesome Mom. Take care of yourself. What kind of pudding?

Lee - you are doing great on the exercise. I was going to go for a walk this afternoon but it has started raining again. Really wants some fresh air, but may have to do the garage & exercise bike instead.

Veterans - I am reasking my question from yesterday. Can I strain chicken noodle soup or french onion soup and drink the broth from that for my clear liquids? I hate canned broth.

Nicollie - I am out of my size 20s and pretty much done with my size 18s - hopefully by the end of next week I'll comfortably be in my 16s. You can have my 18/20s - I have several pairs of jeans, but also work slacks. Also have some tops / sweaters. Let me know what you need and if I feel up to coming to Reggie's on 2/6 I will bring them.

Riley girl - where are you? I need your good wisdom and humor!

Everyone one else - hope everyone is doing well and having a good get together. Hugs!

3 Days to go!!

Pat ~ thank you so much :cursing: I try, with her being my first I still make lots of mistakes, but I learn from them! 3 days YES!!! ARE YOU READY!!!!!

I had sugar free chocolate/vanilla.

Here's my meals today:

Breakfast: 1 sugar free pudding cup

Lunch: 1/2 cup strained cream of broccoli soup

Dinner: Will be more soup, since I made the whole can

I havent had much water because I am kinda scared to drink it. I got use to have 1 oz every 15 mins....I had some broth earlier too since they say thats a clear liquid.

Its pretty hard waiting an hr to drink, I find myself watching the clock...LOL

Pat, I'm so excited for you!! Have you tried the Trader Joe's boxed broths? I just got a packet of Unjury chicken broth flavor protein powder to try. I don't know about straining the other soups since I'm still Mz. Pre-Op. Funny, this morning we weigh 10 pounds apart. I was 230.4.

Tamra, hang in there baby. Just a few more days and this will get easier for you.

Mz. Monique and I went to lunch with some Contra Costa people from Obesity Health.com I actually had a fun time and was glad we went! Mo,thanks for going with me!

Hey everyone! Happy Saturday!

Just popping in here for a second.

Lee-Thanks for the invite and a great time at lunch with the Northern Cali Group. It was fun...Lots of wonderful people.

Hope to see you all soon... So is Feb 6 a go Reggie???

TTYL..................