No game

Yes a lot of people love them ( I'm thinking of buying stock) As far as the veggies and fruit that's weird that you can't have them yet i mean because once again you are eating the Protein bars and those are just as "hard" to eat. Some people do have to wait a long time for lettuce because it can be hard on your tummy. But steamed broccoli or soft fruits without the skin are good. When I was in my early stages they ok canned soft fruit with no added sugar also. Ps. Always do protein first when eating.

Talked to Alex this morning he is trying to help her!

Ok...your going to have to pack your food in an insulated lunch bag. Keep it simple some lunch meat and cheese, Bit of fruit or veg. Also I know you said you can't stand protein drinks.. But have you tried the "premier" pre made shake From Costco or Sams club they taste really good and are shelf stable I drink them at room temp all the time when I'm traveling about.

You will not feel much restriction until you start eating that dense protein (meat) The protein bars are a last choice for most of us because of the carbs and...well everything in them! Try some roasted chicken you can even buy a pre made one at the store.

Yeah goldfish!! And a Kit Kat!! They have a cracker type wafer in them!

Lisa, what about cheez it's?? Can I eat cheez it's?

Well, the first culprit I would say are the Protein bars.. Eating every three to four hours is good but you should make it real protein.., Example; Breakfast; an egg and cheese or I do a premier Protein shake Lunch; 2 oz of low sodium deli turkey and string cheese Snack; hummus or cottage cheese with a bit of fruit. dinner 2oz Turkey patty and some broccoli

Yep!! Evil things!!!

I think a lot if us use the fat as a security blanket. And maneuver around life invisible for what ever reason .... I to have been in therapy for a long time and dealt with these issues. I can say I am the same girl I was a couple of months ago as far as personality, but I feel better in so many ways. Which has made me happier:) I have to say being out in the world at a smaller weight has made me "fit" in even more so you could say I have became more "invisible" since getting smaller. You sound like you have everything in place for a good "journey" Good luck to you, Laura

See?? No good comes from a Melba !

Hehehe.. Sorry, Lisa and I have a "history" With saltines and that yucky Melba toast crap!

OMG that sounds good!! I have never made any recipes from this site!!! Shhh.. I'm lazy But I am making these!! I love chickpeas

You and your "Melba toast" do you work for them? Some of us around the trailer park here where raised on saltines lady!! Stinking Melba toast...

"Mio" water flavoring drops, the "sweet tea" Is the best No calories

Freja!! You look great!! Look at you! Slow loser? I think not !

I don't know if they were "phantom" pains But the first month or so I had a lot of weird unexplained pains, including my hip of all things! But yes after a while, they all went away including the feeling of being nauseated

Some people say the acidic factor bothered them but I sometimes had creamy tomato soup or tomato bisque soup Oh and John is right, Premier Protein shakes!!

You are correct on that yes If it doesn't specify on your diet plan though, you know what going say..... Check with your doc. Wait a minute!! I stand corrected its more of a soft food stage not purée

I must say that when the put the catheter in me it was will I was out. And they took it out when I was out after the surgery.. I too was up and walking after waking up and they were trying to get me to pee. The only reason I knew I had one is because they told me if I wasn't able to pee soon they would have to put it back in!! 0_o

The bastards!!!

Yes you will want to stay home and have a bathroom near by. Good luck with your surgery!

Oh and if you can have malt o meal.. I know this sounds weird but I have had it savory before and it was pretty good (post op) I made it with homemade chicken broth... (You get creative when your hungry)