Greetings:

So much has happened since I was last able to write. Jim (my fiance) and I went on the 5th to the small group meeting with the Dietitian and the Psychologist.

The Dietitian gave us our post op menu.

Stage 1/Day 1 - water

Stage 2/Day 2 - clear liquids

Stage 3/Days 3-17 (or until doctor changes it) - full liquids.

Then on Friday the 6th, I had my preop testing done. Bloodwork, ekg, chest xray, and mini physical with a really sweet Dr.

I've been gearing myself up for the 19th, but then on Wednesday the 11th, the Dr.s office called and asked if I'd prefer the 16th which is this coming Monday. Of course, I said yes!

But now, I'm having a case of the nervous jitters. It seems so close, less than 48 hours away. I'm sure the anxiety attack will pass. They usually do.

Don't know if I'll be able to write any more before the surgery, but I'll write when I get back home. My doctor keeps you overnight so they can do a barium swallow the next morning. So, I won't be home til some time on Tuesday.

Hope all goes well! :nervous

Congratulations on your date with the band!! I enjoy reading the journals, it gives you a perspective of what goes thru people's head throughout their journey!! I am on my pre-op diet; I was originally given a date of Aug 8, then changed to July 20. I am also 5'2" but started out at 245, now down to 236.5 with preop diet, so we're about the same.

I'm self-pay so didn't have to jump thru too many hoops; I will be 60 in October. Can't wait to get this done also!! Anyway, let us know how you're doing!!