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Tomorrow is my one week anniversary. Things I have come to know: The date took forever and arrived quickly all at the same time! When I woke up in recovery I was in a lot of pain and wanted ice/water so bad I would have sold my sole to get it. I had to wait on the ice chips, but I did get something for the pain. I asked for pain meds when I needed them... And took them when offered. I wasn't out to be anyones hero! The "gas" pain settled in my back... It was as bad as the stomach pain. Thank goodness it was gone by Friday. Of all the things I carried to the hospital the only thing I used was my house shoes and my house coat for walking. I didn't care about my cell phone, iPad, music, ebooks.... Nothing... I slept, I walked, I slept some more. Once home a hot shower felt so good... But I stayed in to long.... I was almost sick I have to be careful every day... I love the hot Water but it can't stay in long. Either from sleeping on my stomach or over compensating for my stomach I had a BAD back ache starting Friday until Monday. Some days it hurt more than my stomach. Taking my meds (thyroid, BP, and bladder) was easy the first couple of days, now I have to spread them out or I feel sick. I haven't taken any pain meds during the day since Sunday... Only at night the last two days. I'm going to try tonight with no pain meds and see how I sleep. I don't like milk, never have. The first couple of days I was getting in broth or water.... Very little milk. Now I focus on the milk. My stomach is more sensitive now then the first couple of days. Today I will get in my 32 oz of milk and a spoon full of Jello. If I feel weak I drink apple juice/water... About 1/4 cup. But I have to drink the milk! I add sugar free caramel sauce to get it down. Sometimes I drink it cold... Mostly warm. I went out to breakfast with my husband and friends Sunday after surgery.. I simply told them that I had surgery and the doctor had me on a liquid diet. I carried my milk in a thermal cup and poured it in the cup from the restaurant a little at a time..... I sipped my milk and had a great time! Tomorrow is Christmas Eve... I'm glad I had my surgery! People eating around me doesn't bother me... This is my present to myself and my family... I healthier me in the New Year!

Dawn - glad to hear you are on the mend!!! I also could only get water down when mixed 50/50 with Apple juice. I also liked warm milk better than cold milk. Today is my 8th month postop. I have to watch the snacking.... I can eat a ton of chips..... One chip at a time I have about 10 pounds to go to reach my goal.... Happy where I am now!! Keep walking and sipping!!

Dawn306 -how are you doing?

Nevadapinkprincess - Congrats!!! It is so going to be worth it!! I am coming up on my six month anniversary and have never looked back for even a moment! I am 16 pounds from my goal and I am amazed every day at the new me!

@@faith19evans - hang in there! It all gets better! I'm right at 4 months. I have jusy been able to drink water kind of normally in the last couple of weeks. I can eat anything, but focus on protein. My hair os falling out like crazy, luckily I have plenty. I'm lost 45 pounds since surgery. My advice, walk, walk, walk and walk some more! Congrats on the new you! You are going to love yourself for taking this step!!

How are both of you doing??

Hi! I went for a two week checkup and have another after one month. They told me to just let the steristrips fall off....3 of the four are off, slowly working on getting the left over adhesive off my skin. Under the steristrips I had liquid skin. Might have a few stitches but if I do I can't see them. I have one more week of the full liquid diet..... Then I move on to puréed foods. I miss chewing.... I have chewed food then spit it out. Surprisingly I don't miss sweets..... I miss food! I stopped drinking the skim milk and started drinking two Protein drinks a day. AM and PM. I like the vanilla premier from costco. I am now fighting a Sinus Infection... Fun,fun,fun! The coughing hurts. Each day is better than the last and I'm looking forward to coming off the BP meds soon! Good luck with your surgery! I am excited for you!

Just wondering how your doing.... Check in when you feel better.

Congrats to both of you! It does get better every day.... I am 2 weeks post op as of today I had back pain after a few days, but even that got better! Just focus on each day... Each hour if needed! This is going to be a GREAT New Year for each of us!!! Happy New Year!!!

Joatsaint ... Thanks!!!! Bsfwife -- your so right! I learn something new all the time! Baby steps!

I came home yesterday. Seems I had a lot of gallbladder scar tissue he had to remove, and that hurts. The only thing I'm struggling with is getting fluids down. I can feel when it gets to the opening of my new stomach and it hurts even with small sips. Today is better than yesterday.. That's my short term goal....each day be better than the last.

@harleyphleb. I am sitting in the waiting room ready to go back for surgery. Thought of you..it's like we are going to share a new birth day! Good Luck! !!

@harleyphleb. I'm so sorry to hear your having trouble. My blood work and pre-op is Monday. I'm still having carb headaches bit not as bad. The 17th will be here soon!! let's stay in touch please.

. Harleyphleb-- how's it going?? I'm on my no/low carb diet. I'm having headaches, but I can do this! I'm sure I'm going to be tired of eggs, cheese, green veggies and chicken before this is over. I don't have much time to think about it with work thank goodness! Writing reviews, meeting with my team and interviewing for a promotion next week will keep me busy! Hope all is well with you!cant wait for the 17th!

Congrats

My date is December 17th as well!!! It's going to be a great new year for you! Congratulations on both counts!

@Grandma2tweeties" - congrats on getting your date! Mine is December 17!!! I'm watching intake, but plan on enjoying my last week of carbs!! Good luck with everything!

BCBS of Ga ... took 8 days from last visit. I called to check and had to update the Dr.

Looks like I'm moving over to the December sleevers. Last appointment Nov. 4th, Insurance (BCBS of Ga) approved on Nov 12th. Set up surgery today for Dec. 19th. Longer than I hoped.... but I will not be on the low carb diet during Thanksgiving! What a GREAT way to start the new year!!!!

Just had my last visit. Submitting to insurance today! Now I have to be patient and wait on the call! While walking before the appointment I had an idea. I am starting a album on my phone of the different scenery when I walk. ... and I realized something. This is my fall. I am shedding the weight and will emerge this spring NEW, with a fresh start! I'm glad I found this site... looking forward to reading about all the new "you" come spring 2015! We can do this!!!!

I had gallbladder surgery 27 years ago and I have the scar to go with it. Sometimes I get a cramp deep inside in the area of the scar. When I mentioned it to my GYN during my annual visit and the fact that I was on the path to WLS he suggested that I mention the pain to my surgeon. I did and he said he would look around while he was in there. The thought that this pain could go away is just another reason I am so excited about surgery.

Congratulations on getting your date!

Had my Oct visit today. Lost 7 pounds, down 11 so far. Next visit 11/4/14, then submit to insurance!

This is one of my goals as well....... I can't wait to live life! On track for November surgery

Hi.. I'm on track for surgery in November... although I'm preparing myself to be ready for December to avoid disappointment. My birthday is Nov. 25th - so I'm calling it the best present I ever gave myself. I'm nervous and excited all in one. Best of luck to everyone, hope to see everyone often