MKinVA

I like the idea of getting a chicken and then using it lots of ways! I am still pre-op but LOVE all these ideas! Thanks!

I had my last pre-op visit with the dietitian and doctor today... All systems are go and we are ready for launch! My big day is Monday!

Thanks for all the suggestions! They are a big help!

Good to hear! I look forward to trying it!

I am always calmer after I have met with my doctor or read through these fora! I once asked my doctor if this was an operation lots of people have and he laughed and said "yes!" Seeing ALL these people on these lists certainly impress me and make me feel more comfortable!

I am four days away from my surgery, and I gave up Diet Coke on Sunday. So far no problem, but I have been slowly weaning myself from caffeine with increasingly diluting ice tea with decaffeinated tea. I think tomorrow will be my last day for any caffeine... wish me luck!

I am curious about the tabasco sauce. How soon after surgery could you have spicy food? No problems with irritating the stomach?

Hi Susan G! My surgery is Monday as well, AND I am a teacher, AND I will have only two weeks before I have to report back to school as well! I am concerned about pain, fatigue, making time to drink and eat, nausea, and bathroom breaks! I don't want to push myself too far too fast, but I also just don't want to lie around either. I have already drafted my son and daughter to help with moving items and setting up my classroom. I haven't told my administration or anyone else about my surgery, just a few close friends. I am determined to make this work, though! Good luck on Monday!

My surgery is on Monday (July 30). When I first decided to have surgery, I thought to myself that this was an unnatural thing and that I was a fool (and a failure) for going this route until I told myself that being 400+ pounds was also not natural or normal. I am ready! I am getting impatient for the new me!

I am less than a week before surgery (July 30), and I think I have come to terms with my nervousness. That doesn't mean I will sleep the night before, though. This waiting for surgery is the hardest part!

My doctor is using the robot as well. I have seen lots of sci-fi movies, but I still trust the doc.

I have read about substituting addictions and how some who have had bariatric surgery are prone to this. I don't anticipate turning to alchol because it was never a big part of my life before. I have given some thought to refocus my activities and revel in a better quality of life. I admit that I am a workoholic, so there are projects I can throw myself into. I do need to come to terms with becoming more active physically. I have told myself this will be easier once my knees and ankles don't hurt anymore and I can move without losing breath.

I am scheduled for July 30. Bring it on, already!