Jessiebear

I too think that you should have the gall bladder done first & wait & see. If it were me I would hate to lose my band after losing 140 lbs. If he insists, then I would seek a second opinion. Good luck to you & keep us posted..........Jess

Welcome Catherine! Nice to meet you!

Hi Barb! First of all (((((hugs)))))! Welcome! You could not have come to a better place for support! I will keep you in my prayers! A lot of the surgeons offer payment plans. It might be something for you to look into. I hope things work out for you! Good luck!.....Jess

I think that Alexandra said everything that needs to be said here! So I'm just gonna say welcome! Congrats to everyone on getting their surgery dates! It won't be easy, but I'm sure you will all do great on your pre-op diets! Keep us updated!

Hi & welcome! My doc made me do the sugar free clear liquids before my surgery too. It was not the easiest thing I have ever done, but I made it, & you will too! I had to do it for 2 weeks though. Congrats on your surgery date! Keep us posted!

Made these last night & they are truely wonderful!! A new favorite! Thanks!!

I loved tomato soup & actually still eat a lot of it. The cream soups are also good. If you like avacados & your doc says you can have them, they were what brought me from the edge of boredom with the mushies. LOL! I mashed them up with a little lemon juice & garlic powder!!

I'm so sorry!! I will keep you & your family in my thoughts & prayers!!! (((((hugs)))))

Sorry you couldn't get your fill, but I'm glad your following your docs directions. I'm afraid some people would have gone ahead and done it. Good luck to you!

Thanks! I was afraid I had maybe posted too many. I also have recipes for play dough, silly putty, clay, finger paint, blowing bubbles & soap crayons if anyone with children is interested.

bumpety, bump, bump!

You all are welcome! I love black beans! Thanks! Come on, keep posting recipes everyone!

Consider the time until you get your first fill as "the healing time". If you don't lose, don't worry about it. I know, easier said than done! Go to the food section and I believe there is a thread around the top of the page that gives a list of the foods in the different stages (liquids, & mushies). If you are past these stages then just try to eat healthy & get your protein in (I think 60-70g/day). Stay away from bread! Congrats & welcome to Band land! I hope someone else can post for you. I'm sure I forgot something! Oh yeah, as Vinesqueen says, "Chew to goo."

Congrats & welcome to Band land!!

Homemade Cranberry relish Once you make this, you will never eat the canned stuff again! And it is soooooo... easy! 1 cup Water 1 lb. fresh cranberries washed 1/2 cup of orange juice 1 cup of sugar - you could probably use splenda Bring water to a simmer. Add rest of ingredients & stir til cranberries begin to pop & sugar is dissolved, about 15 minutes. Cool & serve.

Another one of my Grandma's recipes. Squash dressing 1 1/2 lbs. fresh squash, cooked & seasoned with salt & pepper 1 stick butter (eek!!) could probably use chicken broth 1 large onion chopped 1 tsp. salt sage to taste 2 cups cornbread crumbled 1 can cream of chicken soup shredded cheddar cheese Cook squash & onion together; drain & mix with other ingredients. Pour into greased casserole dish. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese as desired. Bake @ 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes.

Here's one of my Grandma's recipes Frankie's Eggplant Casserole 1 large or 2 small eggplants - peeled, cubed & boiled in salt Water until tender 2 cups crumbled cornbread 1/2 cup chopped onion, sauteed' 1/4 cup bell pepper sauteed' with onion 2 cups tomatoes - well drained 2 eggs milk grated cheddar Drain eggplant well!! Combine with tomatoes, onions, bell pepper. Season with salt & pepper to taste. Add cornbread & well beaten eggs. Pour into greased casserole dish or cake pan. Pour enough milk over the top of casserole to cover. Don't mix! Sprinkle with as much shredded cheddar as desired. Bake @ 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Taco Soup 1 lb. hamburger meat - browned & drained 1 can whole kernel 1 can yellow hominy 1 can cream style corn 1 can white hominy 1 can ro-tel 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce 2 cans ranch style Beans 1 (8 oz.) can of Water 1 pkg. taco seasoning Pour everything into large pot without draining. Heat til hot & bubbly. Serve with cheese, sour cream & chips.

Cornbread salad This is not really low fat. But it sure is good!! Better if made the night before & chilled. Really good for potlucks. 1 box of jiffy corn muffin mix, cooked according to directions, cooled & crumbled. 1/2 cup bell pepper chopped 2 cans pinto Beans rinsed & drained 2 bunches of green onions chopped 2 cups chopped tomatoes 2 cups shredded cheddar 1 (8 oz.) sour cream 1 small jar of salsa 12 slices of bacon cooked & crumbled Mix crumbled cornbread with green peppers & onions. Put in bowl. Cover with beans. Mix salsa with sour cream & spread over top. Top with cheese & bacon. I don't layer mine, I just mix it all together.

Salsa 4-5 cans of diced tomatoes (drained or undrained - your choice) 1 can tomato sauce 1 bunch of cilantro, chopped chopped or diced garlic to taste juice of 1 lemon 1 medium onion, chopped 2 jalapenos, diced - optional salt to taste Mix everything together & dig in!

I love Mexican food! Sour Cream chicken Enchiladas 2 pkgs. flour tortillas 1 cup grated cheddar cheese 1 (16 oz.) container sour cream 1 can of chicken or 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked & chopped 2 cans cream of chicken Soup 1 can diced green chiles 1 small onion diced Mix together. Put 2 Tbls. mixture in each tortilla & roll up. Save 1/2 of mixture to spread over top. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake 30 minutes @ 350 degrees. Can be cut in half.

chicken Chimichangas 1 pkg. large flour tortillas 1 small pkg. shredded mexican cheese 1 cup salsa 1/2 tsp. cumin 2 chicken breasts, cooked & shredded 1 can black Beans, rinsed & drained 1/2 cup chopped onion salt & pepper to taste Mix all ingredients. Place 2 Tbls. of mixture in middle of each tortilla. Fold all ends of the tortilla towards & over each other (envelope style). Place on greased cookie sheet seam sides down. Brush or spray with olive oil. Bake @ 350 degrees til browned. May top with chili, cheese dip, sour cream, salsa or enchilada sauce.

Kim, I do have more! I'll start another thread.

Welcome! Glad you got your approval! Hope to hear about your surgery date soon!

I noticed on todays events that Macabella was banded this morning! Congrats & I wish you a speedy recovery!