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My surgery isn't until August but social media is a beast with condemning some people for wls. I personally don't care for FB, IG, and the other sites but I have a FB page due to my son and keeping tabs on him so I've seen more than enough of the snide remarks and it's just pathetic. Most of those people are probably upset because they couldn't afford the surgery and the rest probably have no life so they can invest 12 hours a day to working out and cooking meals while the rest of us are barely able to carve out 45 minutes to dedicate to our well-being. Kudos to you all that have successfully achieved your weight goals or are actively working on it with the help of wls. I can't wait to say I'm a wls successor and tell the miserable haters to stfu!!
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I'm on day 8 of the preop diet and it has definitely gotten easier. I'm allowed to have 2 Protein Shakes and a dinner consisting of a lean meat and nonstarchy veggies. It didnt say anywhere that I was allowed to have sf Jello or popsicles but I went out and bought some anyways on the third night because that is when I had my crash/meltdown lol. Helped A LOT and I'm still staying around 700-800 calories/day, and losing consistently.

Both, I'm excited, ready to be done and nervous about recovery.. Sent from my LG-H900 using the BariatricPal App

Congratulations! My surgery date is August 23.
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Mine is August 16
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8/3!!
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Thank you! Dawnie_doo

You're going to do great! You have the right mindset and motivation. I can't for your updates!! Happy 1st pre-op day!!

As I begin day 1 of the liquids I'm excited, nervous, and excited again!!! The items in the pic are a sample of what my life will be like for a while. I said a serious prayer today for physical and mental strength, and will continue. This is truly a journey! I'll do well, I'm sure. God is with me...His strength is made perfect in my weakness!
HW:325, CW: 282... Surgery on 8/08/16... to be continued...

Dawnie_doo

WEAR. IT.
Holy Guacamole!
Today was the first time EVER I have not had to ask for a seatbelt extender on a plane. The last time I flew was March from Istanbul, Turkey, and required one. They also made me sit in my own row since a passenger complained about being "of size."
So in 18 weeks I've managed to take off enough weight to not be mortified anymore! Also, they let me sit in the emergency row AND the arm on the seat went down!
BOO-YAH.
In Seattle for a few days working with the Symphony up here. Real concern though: eating out. I've been making extremely conscious choices, but I haven't eaten out in basically six weeks. Having no control over my food while networking is super concerning. No alcohol. Nothing fried. It's a start anyway.
Hope all my loves are doing well this week here, let me know how you are,
—K



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They offer a crunchy snack with 21 grams of Protein and few carbs. Very handy little gem to have at work.

Lmbo. I'm reading these posts thinking "I'm never trying those things" then I read yours and I'm cracking up thinking "hmmm, maybe a little sample". Sent from my SM-N920T using the BariatricPal App

I'm scheduled for 12 days after you so please keep us updated. I'm a nervous wreck already so I can only imagine how I will be in 2-3 more weeks.

Congratulations on your surgery date!
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Just noticed from another post that you're in the area. Would love to meet up. Who's your surgeon? I have Dr. Terracina.

Good morning everyone. I was wondering if anyone nerves started getting to them before surgery? The closer I get the more anxiety I'm having. My official date is August 11. Just about a month out.. I'm not having second thoughts just very very very nervous. Not sure why or what to do. Any advice???[emoji16] [emoji16]

Cottage cheese doesn't like me but I love turkey meatballs baked in the oven with green peppers and onions, sooooo good
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My NUT actually suggested chili because it has double meat. It also worked well in the puree phase. pureed chili still tastes like chili. That is not true of all things.
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Take a picture of yourself in a tight shirt and leggings or shorts, the go online and look at before and after photos, and remind yourself how much you want this. I was a size 20 almost one year to date and I am now a side 2 or 4 depending on the style.

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There is no way I'll ever be able to unsee that!
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Has anyone tried making zucchini chips? Very good and you can add different spices for flavor.
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what's funny is if I have to schootch over in my seat and I feel that butt skin folding under me. it's only funny because no one can see it happening. what a wild ride.

I am struggling with the skin..... my bat wings as I call my arms... I have a lot of skin in my thighs butt area... it bothers me but it bothers me less then being overweight... I am single and it might take some time for me to be comfy with sharing myself with anyone.... but I feel so much better... still fighting with the lack of energy.... and still working on accepting that part of me... but I feel normal again.... people dont stare at me I am no longer the fattest person in any given area... and guys even hold doors open for me... I wish I had done it sooner

The awkwardness for me comes when people ask how much I've lost. They start trying to figure out how much I started as most people don't guess that I was over 400... And I don't really want them to know, so of course I make up some other number.
Or when people ask me how I'm losing all this weight. I don't disclose all my personal business so, it's tough for me.
Also in my noisy stomach after meals. It waits till I'm in meetings at work to make THE MOST noise!