I see that a couple of us are getting banded on January 12th! I just thought we could have a thred of our own :tongue2: Why not right, there are like 3 of us (probably more).

I will start by saying a little about myself...

I am 23, living in Modesto California. I am getting banded by dr. higa in Fresno at 9am. My current weight is 280 and my goal weight is 175 (for now anyways).

I am married and have been for almost 4 years

I can't wait to live a skinny life!!!

Can't wait to meet the other 12thers...

Hi! I'm a Jan. 12 bandster myself! I'm not on a special diet, just clear liquids the 2 days before. I'm in Nashville, Tennessee and want to lose 120 pounds, at least right now that's the goal. Possible? You betcha!:Yawn:

Betsy: I am really looking forward to all of your posts. I, too, am thinking of having surgery at WL in Greensboro as I work there. I've only been to the meeting that Dr. Martin from CCS did a couple of weeks ago. As a WL employee, I have to wait to see if our new insurance cover this. Please know that there are folks out there waiting to hear about your experiences both with the band, but also with the team that does your surgery.

Best wishes.

AJ

Edited January 1, 200917 yr by aj700

:confused: 11 more days!

9 more days! I can't believe that it is going to be a week on Monday! Thats only 5 more work days :tt2: I am working mon-thurs and saturday. Then I am off for the next whole week.

So how is everyones preop going that is doing one?

My pre-op appointment is Wednesday. I'm getting excited about the surgery. I'm making all kinds of charts to help me along the way. I need to start sampling Protein shakes so I'll know which one I like before surgery.

I've been doing 1 or 2 slim fast a day and then one meal. I've tried to exercise also everyday.

Lisa

only 8 more days!!

I go tomorrow for my pre-op visit at the doc's then over to the hospital for an ekg, chest xray, blood draw and I don't know what else!

They told me at the beginning that my doc only required 2 days liquid diet before, I hope they haven't changed their mind! I am having such a hard time with the 'last supper syndrome' I feel like I have to 'get it out of my system' I know I'll do alright once banded. Dinner tonight?? Red Lobster!!!

only 8 more days!!

I go tomorrow for my pre-op visit at the doc's then over to the hospital for an ekg, chest xray, blood draw and I don't know what else!

They told me at the beginning that my doc only required 2 days liquid diet before, I hope they haven't changed their mind! I am having such a hard time with the 'last supper syndrome' I feel like I have to 'get it out of my system' I know I'll do alright once banded. dinner tonight?? Red Lobster!!!

We had Red Lobster last week, but don't think of it as your last time to eat there. I talked to my waitress and she said you can order just a side of shrimp, instead of the whole meal. You still can eat there after surgery just not a large amount.

Good luck with your pre-op tomorrow.

Lisa

Last supper syndrome, that's what I'm going through too as I'm only on Clear liquids for 2 days before. I'm not enjoying the food that I'm eating though as much as I thought I would. I think the mindset change of eating to be healthy has already taken place and that's just the best feeling ever. Like part of the battle has been fought and won.

We've only got one week left before our new lives begin, how exciting! This time next year, who knows how much weight we will have lost - woohoo!

Hi everyone,

I am in Dallas, Tx and also getting banded on the 12th. I am soooo excited...

Anyway, the preop diet is a challenge... I have some problems with the shakes... but oh well! Just one more step towards goal, right?

I was overweight most of my life but healthy, and I basically became obese during the last 5 years after I relocated to this country... and then excuses , excuses, excuses to shed it led me where I am today- at least 120 lbs overweight.

I am ready to get BANDED!

Glad we can all share this. WE CAN DO IT!

-n.

Slimmerme

I was having troubles with the pre-op diet as well and I found that if I mix one individual pkg of crystal light and ice and blend it in the mixer it's much much better. It's almost like a slushy.

Anyways - I am nervous for the surgery. I just don't want to deal with a lot of pain.

Tomorrow is 1 more week (its almost tomorrow here).

I am having trouble with the last supper syndrome to. But, the funny thing is, nothing is tasting very good. Taco-Bell,...yuck, mc'ds,...yuc,!

I have cut the soda though. It has been one week tomorrow that I havent had any. I did really want one today because I got a sweet tea today and it was "disgusting" so I started craving the carbonation.

Lisa~I got your email and will get back to you soon. Also, what kind of charts have you been making? I love charts and would love a copy

Talk to you all later.

I know what you mean about the soda, but mine has been the coffee!! I have been mixing 1/2 decaf to try to ween down, hoping to avoid those caffeine headache! Doesn't taste near as good, so has been easier to not have as much!

One week left to go!!!

I'm bad about not drinking enough Water, so I've made water intake charts. The I decided to made Protein intake charts so I can make sure I'm getting around 60 to 80 grams of protein a day. Since I was on a chart making mood, I made one for working out.

These are simple 2 week charts. I just made a table, and pre filled everything, so I can check them off as I do them.

I even made my husband a medicine chart to keep up with my meds after surgery.

I figured if I was going to go through with the surgery I need to do this right and make sure I'm getting what I need on a daily basis.

Lisa

I haven't gotten my surgery time yet, but ....

this time next week all of our January 12thers, will be either finished with surgery or just hours away from it! Can't wait!

How is every one doing? I am having a hard time "finding" everyone on this board, as there are so many options to click on.

Also, if anyone cares to tell me how to put a ticker on the signature line, I would really appreciate it.

Thanks!

Hi everyone! It's been awhile since I've been to this thread - off work and computer at home is not working (taking it to be repaired today).

I can't believe we'll all be having surgery next week. I'm pretty excited!

I started my pre-op diet last week (29th of Dec). I'm doing really good and haven't cheated at all. So hard to do when everyone around you is eating like they've always done.

I have sleep apnea and have had a CPAP maching for the last 2 yrs. I haven't been using it and I've been honest with the doctor about not using it. He wants me using it and told me that I need to bring it to the hospital with me.

I had an incident Saturday night after I went to sleep where I woke up in a panic. The mask slipped off and made that awful sound that it makes and it was then I realized I felt like there was no air (I also forgot to leave the ceiling fan on). I had a slight panic attack and started walking around. I ended up in the kitchen wanting to snack soooo bad. I had to tell myself to take a deep breathe. For some reason I was telling myself that I was starving myself to death and what the heck was I doing. Finally, I relaxed and grabbed a cup of Jello. I was able to get back to sleep and had dreams about food. I was at a family picnic and had a black forest cake. It was so real that I felt like I could taste it. That was the CRAZIEST thing ever!!!! I woke up the next day and felt fine. Obviously I'm missing my sweets. :wink_smile:

Anyone else having a hard time adjusting before surgery or am I the only crazy one out there?

By the way, if any of you want to email me, here are my email addresses.

Work: kimberly.a.speer@conus.army.mil

Home: speerdvnprt@aol.com

Obviously I won't be at work the 12th. I won't be returning back to work until the 20th. Hopefully, I get my home computer back soon so I can log on during the recovery period for all of us.