AwesomeSleeve

I can definitely see a difference in your neck and face. You look beautiful. Keep on doing what you are doing and I'm sure the weight will continue to drop off. I love the hair cut.

Hi there cantwait1. We share the same surgery date so I guess that makes us sleeve-sisters. Welcome to the forum. My surgeon requires a two-week liquid diet which consists of Clear Liquids and full liquids but the day before surgery, I am on a clear liquid diet. Did your surgeon specify which diet... clear or full?

That's awesome!!! Congrats.

That is absolutely fantastic!!! You have done an awesome job working your sleeve and it is truly showing. You have worked hard. Congratulations.

Hi everyone. I'll be 46 in December and have been married to my wonderful husband for almost 22 years (October). We have three adorable children, ages 20, 18 and 10. I'm being sleeved on July 25 and am so excited. I am so ready to find the skinny me again.

I love Panera Bread and their low-fat chicken noodle soup is absolutely delicious.

Amybaby33, I'm so happy that you are doing so well. I believe a positive attitude is half of the battle to a speedy recovery. I wish you continued success with your sleeve. You are doing great. Msmomof3, I'm right there with you. My summer class ends the week we have surgery and I have to take a final exam and turn in a project. I teach a group of four year olds and they are a very busy bunch. I will return to work a week after surgery. I know that we will do great because we are determined and focused and we are both ready to start our "new life".

Good for you DrMommy. The sooner the better. Wishing you luck.

Wow!!! Your weight loss is awesome. Keep doing what you're doing. You will definitely make your goal. Good luck!

Congrats to you Bryn. Sounds like you are doing great. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Thanks Dawn and Carmen. Since Sunday, I've lost 7 lbs and am feeling so good. I'm excited about joining the loser's bench. We will all do fabulous with our sleeve.... I can feel it!!! Have a wonderful weekend ladies.

Today is the fourth day of my liquid diet and I can honestly say each day does get better. In reality, it would be a much better experience if I wasn't having these darn hot flashes. My surgeon took me off of my HRT medication until after surgery. For those of you who are on your liquid diet, how is it going for you?

Hi Sheri. I'm sorry that you had a rough time while in the hospital but it sounds like things are getting better for you. From what I've read on this forum, each day things get better. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Keep us posted on your progress.

Hi Karen. It's good to know that you are doing so well. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Remember to sip and walk. Keep us posted on your progress.

Yaaaay!!!! Congratulations.

Carmen, my pre-op diet consists of a whey Protein shake for Breakfast, lunch and dinner and a high protein snack of at least 25 grams of protein. I sip on Clear Liquids and full liquids between meals. I have have the following clear liquids: Water, broth (any flavor), sf Gelatin, sf popsicles, sf kool-aid, crystal light, decaf unsweetened coffee and te, diet Arizona tea, diet Snapple and Propel fitness water. Full liquids are low-fat cream Soups, tomato Soup, low-fat yogurt, skim milk, soy milk, Lactaid milk, sf fudge pops and sf low-fat pudding. I'm allowed 1300 calories a day but am not coming close to this; at least 100 grams of protein a day; less than 100 grams of carbs

Wishing good luck and a speedy recovery to all the Firecrackers being sleeved this week. If I missed your name, I apologize but know that you are still in my thoughts and prayers. July 11 ccbcdeke amybaby33 Texasmom65 Bitties JayMiss Marilynn July 12 Nancy Rivers debgwoody Tara B kamay1234 aminahthediva73 Leslie jencomenz jflow75 mythreechildren2001 Bryn Dawson July 13 readytolive skinnyb2012 July 14 LaValeHawk sweetdreams July 15 Silverlining

Happy things went well for you "ccbcdeke". I'm sure being home is a lot better than being in the hospital. Keep us posted.

Good luck everyone!! Sending positive thoughts and vibes your way.

Good for you Leslie. There is no place like home. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Foxbins, congratulations!!! You are doing an awesome job with your sleeve. You should be super proud of yourself. We are rooting for you.

Nancy you are doing remarkably well. I hope things continue to go well for you. Keep us updated.

Hello Everyone. I am having surgery in a few weeks. I am 4 ft. 11 in and weigh 205 lbs and my problem areas are my upper arms, stomach and thighs. I am thinking about purchasing a full-body compression suit to help me with these areas after my surgery. Has anyone had any experience with these? Any suggestions or comments is greatly appreciated.

Glad you are feeling better Leslie. Wishing you a speedy recovery.