TheNiceVoice

I'm happy to say that I think I'm FINALLY starting to feel better. I think it's safe to say that the hardest part of our journey is almost done guys! The psychological effect that food had on me was unbelievable. I found myself crying and actually MOURNING food some days. But now that I have graduated to a few regular foods and realize that I can only eat what my sleeve allows - my mental hunger days are limited. I want to try my best to stay off of the scale. I just want to concentrate on learning what I can and cannot tolerate and MAYBE try to weigh in about once a week. Some of the tips that my dietician shared with me - I'd love to share with you! * Stay hydrated * If it's rubbery, don't eat it * chew, chew, chew, chew, chew * slow down * do not drink while eating. wait at least 30 after * don't deprive yourself of seasoning your food well. * If you start to feel full or nauseated, don't force yourself More later. PS- I started out at 250. I'm now 235.5 CHECK IN FAMILY! How is everyone doing?

You're right. I took a look around . . .and this seems to be the norm. I really need to learn more patience.

The scale isn't moving and it's making me sad.

Congratulations on your graduation to puree!!!!

Checking in! I spent 12 hours at the ER a few days ago due to dehydration. I had an indescribable pain on my left side. It hurt every single time I inhaled. I didn't want to take pain meds - but had no choice. I seem to be doing a lot better. I'm eating creamy Soups, yogurt and cottage cheese. Being able to add variety to my diet has made me so much happier. I have diabetes . . . so my blood sugar has been SUPER LOW . . . and I'm frustrated that my doctors have not given me specific instructions about how to handle this because I can't eat! Also, I'm on a host of meds that require food when eating. So if I can't eat, what do I do? Doctors have been vague with their instructions. I have a dietician appointment next week. I know it's early, but how much have you all lost? I'm 12 lbs down.

@@LipstickLady - LOL! I can't bite the hand the feeds me. He did allow me chew a pita chip and spit it out. It was the best cracker I ever had. Seriously. Oh, and found these incredible welch's grape posicle.

Checking in on everybody!

I'm 5 days post-op and I could have SWORN that my doctor said that I could have Tomato Soup. My husband insists that they said Tomato juice. Bottom line . . .my hubby won't get the soup and I'm too medicated to drive. Jesus Christ . . .I'm so hungry.

@@Monique76 - Thanks Monique! Prayer changes things! You're right one day at a time. :hug:

Hello All: Everything went well. At some point I remember crying and yelling out loud, "why did I do this!!!" . . . but that 'freak out' didn't last long. I was so heavily medicated . . most of my experience in the hospital is a big blur. I was admitted on Monday and I think I was discharged on Tuesday. I had a little emotional setback today. I can't put my finger on why. I just felt really sad. I'm hungry. Like, really hungry. I realize that the feeling of fullness won't really occur until I start eating solids. I pray that once I start eating, I'll feel better. My starting weight was 247. I am now 237.7. I really appreciate this community.

Ok . .So, I've been up since 3AM. I prepared my hubby some Breakfast in bed. And I wasn't tempted to take a single bite. I pre-prepared some lunch and dinner with a few Snacks in anticipation for a long day. Showered. Bags packed. There's nothing left to do except go to the hospital. OMG . . .I can't believe the day is finally here. My eyes are filling with tears (again) . . . .I just want to be normal again. Cancer free, energetic and healthy. Wow.

Sending positive love and light your way! :hugs: @@kiliy7 - I've been up since 3AM

@@muhol88 - You are so sweet. I appreciate the positive vibes! I'm looking forward to connecting with you soon.