TBLightningFan

This morning I got on my scale and hit the exact halfway point toward my first goal. :ohmy: I can't wait to see where I am when I get to the first anniversary of my surgery. My ideal weight is in the 190's somewhere. But I will be thrilled to hit my initial goal of 210 or below.

36 for me!!!

Many of the counter service places have options for your sides. You can get veggies or fruit instead of fries in most cases. Also if you call Disney in advance they can provide menu information for you. In each place they have some sort of healthy option available. Plus they all have a kids menu too. Here is a page that will help you a lot. WDW Dining Special Requests It has a listing of some quick service places that can accommodate most dietary requirements.

As long as the Doc says ok and you feel ok. Then why not

Good luck!!! I felt the same way. Now that its done, I am excited that the surgery part is over with and the even more fun part begins. :thumbup:

You are correct, straws are not supposed to be used at all.

just click on mine and it will let you make a new one. If you have more questions you can PM me.

Welcome to the site!! This board has been a awesome resource for me, I'm sure you will find it to be the same for you. :bolt:

Is there a cab service in the area? Do you have a co-worker or neighbor you trust or anyone that can take you home? Even if you had to pay a co-worker a few bucks for gas.

You need to read my comments more carefully before you put words in my mouth. I did not say thats why the candidates are running or why they chose a running mate. I stated my opinion that unfortunately its what some voters will be voting for. Too many people already vote without knowing a single thing about any candidate. Some people don't even vote for a candidate, they vote for the R or D that is next to their name on the ballot. I know that there will be a voters out there that will vote based on race or sex. It's unfortunate, but they exist.

They wont handcuff you to the hospital, but when they ask you before hand they can refuse to perform the surgery unless you have arrangements. Also remember that driving while on pain meds is not safe and can get you into trouble. Everyone handles surgery differently. While one person may be able to pull off driving, many others cannot. The hospital has to err on the safe side. What will you do if you are well enough for discharge but do not feel capable of driving? While I felt fine after surgery on the 24th, the ride home the next day was awful. My insides felt every single little bump and groove in the road. My Dr. will not allow me to drive for at least 5-7 days. Right now, I can feel why.

Good to hear that you felt great after surgery. I felt good, but not that good. Here on day 3 I almost feel normal again. I can still feel some empty space in my abdomen and cant wait for that gas to empty. It gets better everyday.

I was glad to be at the hospital. I felt better not to be rushed home. Plus it was good to know if any complication arose I would already be there.

I just got home from my overnight stay at the hospital. The surgery went well and I am happy to be home. I was surprised to wake up to almost no pain and didn't run into any the first night at all. The only pain I had was in my back because of my position on the bed in the PACU. This second day is a bit rougher.. but not bad. The Loritab liquid takes care of any pain within a couple minutes. I guess its all better from here!!! I am so far able to handle 5oz each hour. Alternating between a shake and other liquid each hour. So far so good.

Yes I am nervous.... less than a day to go. I still cant wait to get the surgery part over with and get healed up.

I am setup for surgery with Dr. Dietrick in two more days!!!! Sept 24th.

Well the first night will be in the hospital so only so much choice there, at least the bed can be adjusted. I'm hoping by the second night i feel a lot better.

I am not looking forward to the shots... but it is a good precaution. I'm more worried about the surgery only because I have never had one before.