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Thank you for that! I never thought about it that way. The band is a physical "thing" I will be holding close to my heart......right next to the spirit of my Mom. I am certain she will take the whole process over and make me wildly successful! That's how she rolled!

This is exactley why I am doing this. To regain control...not to be in a bikini by summer. For the long haul...thanks for the post.

It really is a good time to make this a hand in hand journey of health. I too struggled to quit...but I am not having surgery to look good in jeans. I am doing it to live a longer, healthier life. Continuing to smoke, for me, makes no sense.

I have been practicing with both. I like the chop stix for some things and the baby spoon for others. Your breakfast sounded delicious by the way.

I'm not banded yet but I know those days where emotionally and physically all I want to do is eat. Maybe take inventory of what is going on.....are you sleeping well enough, early enough? Work or family issues/drama? It doesn't take much for me to turn to food for all sorts of reasons. Take a deep breath....don't be disappointed in yourself for some weak moments. We would be blind not to think they won't happen. Next time you will be prepared and to look at other ways to cope. Be proud of yourself!! You are doing this!! Stay on the road.......it'll be fine.

I am slightly nervous about "gas pain" too but I am not obsessing about it. Reports from those who have already been recently banded will help ease my mind. Even if it's bad...knowledge is power.

Good to know! Nice work! One day at a time...

Got back from my pre op appointment this morning and I am down 9.5 pounds (on liquid diet until next Thursday- 2 full weeks) but blood work was done and I am ready to go! Getting more excited than nervous. Good luck everyone!

Ask the surgery center to calculate the costs for you up front. Last September, I was hit with a $4000 bill 3 days before the surgery for various expenses the insurance would not cover. I had to postpone the surgery until this month because I didn't have the money. So do this beforehand. !!

Yes.....that's what my costs are as well...after insurance approval.

In an effort to get my mind off of being hungry (on liquid pre op diet-day 8) and the anxiety of my upcoming surgery (Feb 7th) I thought I would treat myself to a ME day! Hour massage and facial was just what I needed to "check out" of my head for a few hours! Feeling relaxed and happy right now! What things do you do to try and shut your brain down from the process?

Cheryl...I totally agree! Had a DR told me that I would be on protein shakes forever.....this would have NEVER been an option for me! I would rather eat a small cup of food per sitting forever than be forced to drink shakes forever. Thanks for the post.

What an accomplishment!! I am in awe.....good for you!

I agree with Cynthia2013: Not "caving" is a major sucess all its own! Congrats superhero!

On Day 7 here (5 shakes a day....no food). In some respects it got easier. In other respects....my resolve is waning thin. My surgery is scheduled for next Thursday (2/7). Just plowing thru it. I always, always have water or some other sugar free concotion near me. By the end of the day...I am pretty exhausted from my body fighting for fuel and living off of whatever is in my system....so I go to bed early. I really just try not to obsess over it too much. I have to cook for children and that is the hardest time. Good luck...we can do this.

Day 7 on pre-op for me!! Yes..it is soooo hard but I have not "caved". I'm not saying this to upset you....I just don't want the guilt of a slip to jeapoardize the whole process for me (or else I woud have done more damage than a few chips). Get back on the pre-op and you will be fine. Put it behind you! Good luck!

I have similiar anxiety...and I haven't even been banded yet. Yesterday I wondered the same thing...will I ever see myself without fat colored glasses on? I am not sure..... Good luck on your journey! You look amazing!

So I am on Day 5 of the pre op shake diet and have really good energy. My headache has subsided and I don't feel like running people over with my car due to hunger. So this morning, I thought I would take my mind off this whole process for awhile (as this is pretty much all I can think about) and do some gardening and yardwork (I live in Florida). It was a beautiful morning and I am feeling really good! After planting some shrubs, weeding, and placing some landscape rock......I felt like I was hit with a truck! I assume the energy isn't long sustaining energy? I showered and was pretty much DONE for the rest of the day. Such a learning process for me. Learning how my body really feels and what it needs. Learning my limitations...and learning to relax when my mind and body want to run, run, run but can't. Hope everyone had a good weekend?

That's exactley what it is....nervous energy with no depth. Thanks for the "right" words.

Yes...the first 3 days were pretty brutal for me too. It is getting easier. With each passing day on liquid..it gives me more confidence and resolve that I CAN do it. I just keep telling myself this is a small step in the process....it's not forever. One more day....one more day. Let's not think too far ahead.

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Sigh! I have soo many weaknesses...pnut butter is certainly one...lol.

Jennifer...I think we have the same surgery date. Wanna be band friends (wink)? I love your blog and how honest you are. Keep up the great work. I'm rooting for you.

I have said this too. If I never ate when I wasn't hungry...I wouldn't be fat. I suspect this will be a constant conscious act from here on out. Thank you for sharing your glitch. I'm sorry you got upsetting news today.