SmilingBeauty

My post was not to condemn those who drink. To each their own. I am sure that at some point in time I will indulge in a cocktail or two or three. This was an issue that irritated me last week. As I have stated in previous posts, I attempt to reflect on things to see if this was truly about the "alcohol" or something deeper. I realize now that it was both and neither. As I'm nearing the anniversary of my father's death, who battled addiction the majority of his life, I know what alcohol can personally do to a family. I also read those statements thinking, "Will this turn into a hate the vets post" after one responds. My other thoughts came from wanting everyone to be fully successful on this journey. I also drink from a straw and have since day 1. It was becuase of this site and another one that I belong to where vets said it was ok. Clearly last week was an emotional one, here's hoping for a less emotional week! LOL

My surgery was originally scheduled for April 28th and rescheduled for May 26th. I did not lose the required amount of weight requested and I was not tracking my food daily. Not insurance requirements but my program's requirements. Like you, I was completely heart broken. Now I realize it was the best thing for me. It gave me another month to really prepare for the surgery and new lifestyle. As disappointing as being resceduled is, it could be for the best.

CW: 263.4 GW: 240

Oh wow...how were you able to do that? I've read so many people can't set it lower than 1200 cal? Thanks Up under goals you can change it.

I was so proud of myself when I did my liquid diet and did not cheat. Never thought I had the will power for it. I now realize that it not only shrinks your liver but it prepares you to start your new journey. I never ate cottage cheese before; I eat it now becuase it has a good amount of Protein in it. I hate most protein water; I drink it because I need the help with protein. I'm horrible with taking my vitamins; I always have been but recently set up reminders for these. I loved Pasta and potatoes pre-op; Haven't had them becuase it's not recommended. Most things in life are a choice.

My calories are set for 700 on myfitnesspal.

Current weight 267.4

Add me. My weight today is 269. My goal for the end of the challenge is 240.

I was sleeved on May 26th. I was concerned about having a catheter but was relieved when they gave it to me. It was done while I was already under. I was thankful that I did not have to get up evey hour that first night to use the restroom,. Mine's was taken out the next day. I stayed in the hospital for two days.

Here's mine. October 2014 - Orientation Seminar November 2014 - Exercise Class December 2014 - Psychological Exam January 2015 - First Visit with Surgeon and EKG February 2015 - Insurance Approval March 2015 - 2nd Visit with Surgeon; Surgery scheduled for April 28th April 2015 - Met with Nutritionist; Final Weigh In ; Surgery Rescehduled for May 26th May 2015 - Surgery June 2015 - 2 Week Check Up wth Surgeon and Nutritionist August 2015 - 3 Month Check Up

I'm in. Goal for the end of the challenge 240.

I was sleeved on May 26th and weighed 300 lbs. I am 5 weeks out and weigh 271 lbs. Fotunately I did not hit the dreaded three week stall or maybe I did and just didn't realize it. My relationship with the scale has definitely changed. I still weigh myself almost daily but I have found that the number no longer sends me into a frenzy. I think reading so much here I finally realized that the scale does not make or break success. I am on soft foods and dabbling with some regular foods. Had chicken and some pulled pork. No beef. I really want a salad and some fresh fruit. Waiting to here back from NUT. I truly have found that this forum prepared me for surgery and post-op.

My doctor cleared me after my two week check up.

Hi. I was sleeved on May 26th. I'm down 20 lbs. Moved to pureed foods. No major issues. Struggling with getting all of my protein in. Had tuna and spicy brown mustard today. Delicious

I am being sleeved on May 26th. Anyone else?

I am on full liquids until June 19th. I can have yogurt, runny hot cereals like cream of wheat, grits and oatmeal, thinned creamed soups and protein shakes. This morning I drunk an entire premier protein shake. It took a couple of hours but I finished it. I'm also using a straw which has helped with getting fluids in tremendously.

I have never had a yeast infection before. I had surgery on May 26th and came home May 28th. Since I've been home I have a funny smell down there. No itching or anything like that. Could it be a yeast infection or just the meds?

I had surgery on Tuesday. I'm resting when I need to. I probably could do everything except paintball. My energy level is not where it was before surgery so I am easily tired. Be kind and gentle with yourself

Surgery was on May 26th. I have been walking and sipping but this gas will not leave. Out damn gas! Out damn gas! Lol. Catheter and IV are gone. Hopefully I will be discharged tomorrow. I'm looking forward to the next phase in this journey.

On my way to the hospital. Good luck everyone

I was told to use the soap the night before and the day of. Today is Day 7 for all liquids. Tomorrow I can only do Clear Liquids. Not getting nervous yet but I'm positive I will.

I am on Day 5 of my all liquid diet. 2 more days to go of Protein shakes. On Monday I have to do all clear liquids with nothing to drink after 11 pm. Surgery is at 11:00 am on Tuesday. For me, Day 3 was the worst. I had a horrible headache and was exhausted. It has gotten better since then. Just stick with it. It will all work out in the end for us.

As some of you know I was originally scheduled for April 28th. I went in for my pre-surgical appointment on April 22nd and was rescheduled tenatively for May 26th becuase I did not lose all of the weight required. Just left pre-surgical appointment and I will be sleeved on May 26th!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Day 3 of liquid diet. I'm excited and it just got real!

I am on Day 4 of my liqid diet and have lost 7 lbs so far.

So today I am starting my pre-op diet again after having my surgery rescheduled from April 28th to May 26th. Luckily, my girlfriend here at work is doing the liquid diet with me. For lunch, we took our shakes and walked to the riverfront. As we were talking we concluded that the first day of the liquid diet is not the worst, we think day 2 is. Which day was the worst for you?