Here I am in day 1 of my 2 week pre-op diet. I've been very excited to get here as it is a major milestone on the journey to getting "sleeved." I have to say, it hasn't been the easiest day for me. I feel a little like the universe is taunting me.

The day began with a very good peanut butter cookie shake and a cup of peppermint tea. When I arrived at work I was greeted by an email that a co-worker had brought in homemade apple crumble. No problem. I filled my water bottle and went on with work.

Lunch consisted of a terrible orange cream shake and I found myself both nauseous and wanting something more to eat. I filled my water bottle and went back to work. A few minutes later, the server from our executive dining room came by and offered me a piece of the leftover Robert Redford cake - one of my favorites! I gritted my teeth and declined. A few minutes later I ran into another co-worker who exclaimed how good he felt after indulging in a delicious, high-fat lunch (his words....can you believe it?). Are we such a food-centered world or am I being way oversensitive? Probably somewhere in the middle, I understand. But it is hard to not resent the easy, breezy offerings of empty calories without a thought for the consequences. I know, I know - I have made my decision and I can't expect the whole world to get on board just because I have. The payoff is going to be tremendous. I can't wait to start seeing the consequences of my decisions!