Onward

Mariah and Blissfulbeing, how is your pre-op coming along? I think during mine, that's when I mentally turned a corner that evaded me my whole life. I hope you are doing well. Let us know if you need any encouragement. I'm getting excited for you both!

Yes, he does. I just had surgery with him on Dec. 19. He was wonderful, as was his whole team.

Congratulations! We can journey together!

How are you coming along Avhick?

The vomiting won't hurt you because you will have nothing really to throw up. Kinda graphic, but really, it's just spit. The nausea from the anesthesia may make you feel sick for a VERY short time, but remember, it is quickly going to be over. Don't focus on it...you've got this!

I've lost 31 so far. I never had success in dieting before either. Something clicked for me in the preop. I started a week early and lost 19 before surgery. I'm 2 and a half weeks out now and getting accustomed to this new way of feeling. Still pureeing foods and relying on Protein shakes, but SO much mure satisfaction. This will be your story, too! People are noticing and commenting at work. I am feeling prettier and even find myself caring about makeup and what I will wear. I haven't truly cared about clothes since the 90s! I gotta tell you...this is a fun feeling! Best of all, my blood pressure has dropped and I expect my doctor to be really happy at my appointment Friday. He wanted to put me on bp meds, and now, I'm betting that is NOT in my future. I'm looking forward to hearing your discoveries after surgery. And don't freak out. The surgery may sound scary, but it is nothing you can't get past. 3 days after surgery, you won't believe how good you will feel considering you just had surgery. You will be proud of yourself. If you have any questions, you just ask.

1st conscious thought was pain and nausea, but it was over for me in 45 minutes. Then, I rested and was up and walking a few hours later...slowly, but what a victory. And believe your doctors and nurses, walking is magic. You absolutely WILL feel better after every walk, even if you don't wanna. My very best to you!

I have found the smaller and thinner the shake, the easier it goes down. Premier's premixed shakes have 30g protein in 11 oz. WalMart, Walgreens, and Sam's Club sell them. Good luck!

Mariah13, you are right around the corner, too. How is the preop going? I hope all of us Christmas and New Year sleevers stay in touch with each other and share the ups and downs along the way.

Blissfubeing! I have my calendar marked for you. Know that I will cheer you every step. My life has changed so much since my preop and surgery on Dec. 19, and my days are colored with gratitude and excitement! I can't wait to hear how your journey will go. I'm here if I can help you in any way. I'm still learning things, too!

So wonderful, Avhick. I'm only a couple of weeks in front of you, so we can go on this journey together. And what a difference each day makes!

You are nearly there!

Hi, I'm 9 days post-op and doing great. I lost 19lbs on the pre-op diet and I am 26 lbs down total now! So excited for this new year and all the "new" to come.