Ern0809

hello!! new to the group--checking boxes to schedule surgery--sleep study, nutritionist, endoscopy, figuring out insurance stuff.  I'm a definitly a researcher so know I'm trying to get all my ducks in a row.  I have so many questions but lets start with 2 simple ones:

was there a cookbook that you felt helped you best for the liquid/soft foods phase? did you prep a lot of food ahead of time?

I'm working on trying to find a a good journal--I can find a bunch but without being able to see a bit more I have no idea if I like it.  I know i'm silly--any suggestions??

thanks!