I am new to the site; so bear with me; my surgery date isn't until Jan. 7, 2008. (Insurance reasons!!) I am fast closing in on only 3 weeks of liquid diet and I feel very nervous at the thought of not eating a meal for 3 weeks. Will I lose weight rapidly and maybe that will keep me going??? I am so scared my family won't be able to live with me!!! Does anyone know how much weight I may lose during this time? I haven't met with the nutriionist yet; just wondering if anyone can help me out??