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I am pre-surg but still get terrible chapped lips. I think I might be addicted to the Burt's Bees chapsticks. I love the one with a blush of color in it! I think it's pomegranite or something?

What do you think on how frequently we start a new thread? Should we do a daily thread?

I use regular for some cheeses and low fat (2%) for others lol. I'm pretty sure you will lose regardless of your cheese preference. ((hugs)) Me=Surgery Vet. *sigh* It's a dubious honor. And yeah, the store broth messes me up! But so do straight protein drinks. I swear I held on to fluid like nobody's beeswax when I was drinking only them as an early test when I first started my wl diet for surgery. Such good info about your pre-op diet though! Congrats on your loss!! Love the idea of the fresh cilantro. I'm a tortilla soup ho--cuz of the brothy cilantro flavor. I like mine really thin more like caldo!

You should go ahead and call today. I'm hangin in there. Not gonna call. Sitting on hands. Will wait until Thursday. Sore from the danged ol' PT!!!

I just made a poll over in the Post-Op RNY area about a starting a menu post. Will you go answer it purty please? TY!!!! Kisses! Here's the link:

@drizz75 What revision are you going to have that will help this? ((hugs)) and prayers to both of you!!! So scary Larry!

bahahahahaha! I'd forgotten I was so funny that day. It's making me cry. Literally! I'm such a "dirty little johnny" from elementary school. Nothin cracks me up more than nose, potty, and privates humor. Me=Purile!

Saying prayers for you today @1badassbiggurl!!! ((hugs)) and remember to breathe!! Good luck to everyone having surgery today too!!!

Wow! So great!!! You have a ton of post-surgery fluid on your still I'd bet. It's all gonna come whooshing off. Swearsies!!! Congrats! (Silently praying that I can lose that much pre-op...but not holding my breath...much. haha)

I want my baby back, baby back, baby back... I really want MORE people to lose 60lbs and announce it please. It makes me snort a little when I laugh...every. damn. time.

No, I think it's truly legit! I've heard it can last up to 2-3 weeks, but hopefully it won't for you. Make sure you really stay hydrated and get your vitamins in with what protein you can get down. My nut said it's really gonna help shake things up. 21lbs is fantastic! Is that including pre-op diet too? Or purely post surgery day wt to now?

Thank you @1badassbiggurl I don't know how I missed this. Good luck @ClbsMm2000! Saying big prayers!!! You're doing this! Can you believe today is the day and it's here so fast?

@vanwest83Wooohoooo! Look at you! 2 cups of protein drink and walking! Outstanding! Congrats on doing so well and hope you get to go home today! Where did I miss what's going down with @ClbsMm2000?

My nut says no need to space water/liquids and your liquid protein out. So no waiting 30minutes pre and post meals since it is all liquids. But when you start any kind of solids then the spacing has to happen. I think @Berry78's plan sounds solid if it was me. There's no rush to advance the diet and we all heal differently at different rates. ((hugs)) and hang in there. It's supposed to improve daily!

Also, messing with the guts can cause a disruption of neurotransmitters that affects our mood! Make him get moving, get in sunshine when possible and also watch comedies! Laughter releases endorphins (happy hormones)! And follow @Berry78's great advice!

@RNY-Fall-2017 You're in the famous 3 week stall. Hang in there and keep working your program. Everyone swears it will happen and you will start losing again! Glad you're getting in 60g of protein. My RD goal is ideally 74g/day, but she said she would take anything from 60-80g/day. So I think you're doing great! @Msdooloo Congrats on surgery and on eating a little bit now! Hope the B12 helps you feel more energy. Morning everyone! Woke up so sore from PT classes. Gosh I so do not want to go today, but I gotta. I've got to get them in early this week, cuz the end of the week is nuts. How are all our November RNY Buds doing? Anyone on pre-op liquids yet? Hello and welcome to all the new members! Haven't heard a peep out of my surgeon's office nor my insurance but I'm gonna wait until Thursday to bug em when I'm in the office. Have a great day everyone!

Did you call the surgeon's office? ((hugs))

@1badassbiggurlHe's got ya hon! (hehehe - not Santa, the BIG Santa upstairs!)

Welcome and bless your heart! Sorry you're dealing with so much!!! I've no experience to offer, only hugs.

Keeping you in my prayers @1badassbiggurl!!! It's gonna come and go so quickly. Like a flash and you'll be starting your new journey in earnest!

bahahahaaha! See? THIS is why I need reading comprehension tutors!!! You're still gonna be there before you know it, dude!!!

@vanwest83 I bet you're in surgery by now, but saying prayers for a smooth and successful surgery and an easy recovery. Can't wait to hear how it went! Morning everyone! I feel like I need another weekend to get over my weekend! ha! Ok, more waiting for me. Will ask the surgeon for an update when I see her on Thursday. Today is PT again. That place smells SO badly of antiseptic...*sigh* How are you guys? How are all the people who've already had surgery? Updates anyone??

Welcome and congrats on your coming surgery! Hey, come join us in the Nov surgery buddies thread! Here's the link: Hope to see you there!

I'm going on around 18 days...not like I'm counting or anything. hahaha! Congrats to everyone for being on the bench waiting for the big show!!!

Camping, hiking, tubing on the Frio, Comal, and Guadalupe rivers, hunting, fishing, crabbing. Also, I want to do restorative yoga and it would be lovely to have the choice of horseback riding again if my back can take it! You'll be biking and hiking in no time! Only 60 or so pounds to go for you!