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Wendy! What a superb idea!! Protein powder in my pudding! Genius!!!!!!!! :thumbup: Hugs,

Okay, I have 56 hours until my surgery. Not that I am counting the minutes or anything. :smile: So, I have this wonderful family. My folks live very close by, in the house I grew up in. My sister & her family live 3 blocks from them. I am married to an incredibly sweet man and have two sensational children! I know, it's sickening. :wink2: I also have a crazy, abusive, alcoholic Aunt, so it ain't all butterflies and rainbows! Anyhoodles, my daughter is my buddy. She just turned eighteen and I couldn't be more proud of her. However, the last few weeks I have noticed she hasn't said a word about my upcoming surgery. Hasn't asked any questions. I was begining to interpret her lack of interest as her not loving me. Even when I would bring up the subject of my surgery, she wouldn't comment. Finally, after school as I sat listening to her tell me all about her day, I decided to get to the bottom of the issue. I started off by asking her if she was worried about the actual surgery. To my surprise she broke down in tears and told me she was scared to death for me! Holy cow! This whole time the child has been so scared, she refused to acknowledge the subject! What I realized is that yes, I am begining a journey. However, I made the choice to take it. The rest of my family did not. They just kind of got dragged into it. I really need to remember that while I will most definitely need support during this process, so will each very special member of my family!!!

Okay, I have 56 hours until my surgery. Not that I am counting the minutes or anything. :blushing: So, I have this wonderful family. My folks live very close by, in the house I grew up in. My sister & her family live 3 blocks from them. I am married to an incredibly sweet man and have two sensational children! I know, it's sickening. :thumbup: I also have a crazy, abusive, alcoholic Aunt, so it ain't all butterflies and rainbows! Anyhoodles, my daughter is my buddy. She just turned eighteen and I couldn't be more proud of her. However, the last few weeks I have noticed she hasn't said a word about my upcoming surgery. Hasn't asked any questions. I was begining to interpret her lack of interest as her not loving me. Even when I would bring up the subject of my surgery, she wouldn't comment. Finally, after school as I sat listening to her tell me all about her day, I decided to get to the bottom of the issue. I started off by asking her if she was worried about the actual surgery. To my surprise she broke down in tears and told me she was scared to death for me! Holy cow! This whole time the child has been so scared, she refused to acknowledge the subject! What I realized is that yes, I am begining a journey. However, I made the choice to take it. The rest of my family did not. They just kind of got dragged into it. I really need to remember that while I will most definitely need support during this process, so will each very special member of my family!!!

Oh my gosh! I thought I was the only one that did that! If I happen to be craving a sub, I just hop in the car and head over to Eegees. Then I feel soooo incredibly guilty afterwards. There was perfectly good food in the fridge, afterall! Why did I do that? :blushing: I am SO glad to hear that you are doing well!! Take good care! Shelly

Michelle, Hi! I am in Arizona. Dr. Monash is my surgeon. Hugs, Shelly

Insomnia rears its ugly head. I was wondering when my old friend would show up. I can't believe how quickly the surgery is approaching. Four more days and I will be in the operating room. I have these moments of pure terror and other moments where I feel nothing but calm. Yesterday morning I went to St. Mary's Hospital to get all my pre-admission testing done. I haven't been to that hospital since 1992, when my Grandmother passed away. When Mom & I walked through the corridors it struck me how absolutely nothing had changed since that day. Even the plants in the waiting rooms were the same. I broke down crying, it brought that horrible day back so vividly. While we were sitting waiting for my tests to be done I realized something HAD changed. ME. And certainly not for the better. Suddenly, I wasn't as scared or embarrassed. I actually felt something close to relief. Maybe even pride. I was relieved to finally be doing something about my weight and my health. I was finally putting ME first. And I was kind of proud that I was taking this very brave step! What a strange sensation! By the time I was done with all the tests and paperwork, and we were walking out of the hospital, I felt so good. It was as if my Grandmother was all around me and letting me know everything would be ok. Or maybe it was just me taking the first step to finally loving myself. Either way it felt good. But of course, I still have the pre-op jitters. Hence my 4 am blog. :cheatfree:

Gretch, thank you soooo MUCH! Reading your comment was like a big ol' hug!! Thank you! Shelly

Okay, Laurr that brings me to my next question. Hope ya don't mind me picking your brain! :thumbup: I like to make fruit smoothies w/ yogurt and frozen or fresh fruit. I read that for some stupid reason fruit smoothies are on the No-No list. What have you heard about this? Cuz I was thinking once I can eat normal again, a fruit smoothie w/ protein powder would be a great start to the day! Hugs,

Hi Karen!! Congrats!! THREE more days!!:thumbup: I get slightly dizzy when I think about it!! Question: Laurr, you mentioned fiber powder in your post. I have been wondering about fiber supplements, but my doc never said anything about it. Did yours recommend them? I was thinking about just getting the powder and adding it to my protein shakes. I mean, heck, they already taste nasty anyway!! :eek: Hugs you guys!!!! 56 more hours until I am a bandster!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! **gasp**

Laurr, Congrats!! I, too, will be banded on Monday. :eek: My surgery is scheduled for 3:30pm. I can't eat or drink after midnight the night before. I have NO clue how I am going to get thru an entire day with no water!!! Food, not a problem. But I am one of those people who constantly has a glass of water in their hand. I may go nuts!!! Maybe I should just sleep until noon, then get ready and head to the hospital. Anyway, good luck to you! And to the rest of us fabulous February folk! Hugs,

Four more days to go for me. I went to the hospital yesterday and had all my pre-op testing. Now, all I have to do is stay "glued" until Monday. Cuz, ya know, I have moments where I definitely feel like I am coming UNglued! :thumbup: Thank God for xanax!! Four more days!!!!! GAAAAAH!:scared: Hugs,

Sixteen days until my surgery!! I have been shopping for protein drinks. Purchased a few books to help me along my journey. Stocked up on things I may need post-op. It is bizarre. I am doing all these things to get ready, and yet it seems surreal. I can't believe I am actually doing this!! Last night at dinner, I ordered a sandwich and fries, because I know those foods won't play a big part in my "new" life. When I eat something, I can't help but think, "That might be the last time I ever have this." And I feel silly for feeling a little tinge of sadness. Then I think, "HOW silly! It's just food!" Today I went into GNC to search for protein powders. I felt so stupid just walking in. Fat girl in a health food store! I almost turned around and left before I even went in. Part of me wishes I had. The aisles were so tiny and I couldn't fit between a shipment of boxes and almost knocked them all down. I felt ridiculous. The tiny sales girl tried to help me find what I needed. I couldn't wait to get out of there. I can't wait until I finally feel comfortable with myself. Just being me.

HEY LB! Congrats on your surgery! Hope you are doing well! I am staying overnight in the hospital as well. For insurance reasons. Regarding the protein drinks, I have found that I like the fruity ones best. Syntrax nectar is really good. I got some of the cherry and mixed it in w/ Crystal Light lemonade. Tasted almost like a cherry lemonade from Hot Dog On A Stick!! Well, good luck to you during your post-op healing! Let me know how you're doing! Hugs, Shelly

Insomnia rears its ugly head. I was wondering when my old friend would show up. I can't believe how quickly the surgery is approaching. Four more days and I will be in the operating room. I have these moments of pure terror and other moments where I feel nothing but calm. Yesterday morning I went to St. Mary's Hospital to get all my pre-admission testing done. I haven't been to that hospital since 1992, when my Grandmother passed away. When Mom & I walked through the corridors it struck me how absolutely nothing had changed since that day. Even the plants in the waiting rooms were the same. I broke down crying, it brought that horrible day back so vividly. While we were sitting waiting for my tests to be done I realized something HAD changed. ME. And certainly not for the better. Suddenly, I wasn't as scared or embarrassed. I actually felt something close to relief. Maybe even pride. I was relieved to finally be doing something about my weight and my health. I was finally putting ME first. And I was kind of proud that I was taking this very brave step! What a strange sensation! By the time I was done with all the tests and paperwork, and we were walking out of the hospital, I felt so good. It was as if my Grandmother was all around me and letting me know everything would be ok. Or maybe it was just me taking the first step to finally loving myself. Either way it felt good. But of course, I still have the pre-op jitters. Hence my 4 am blog. :blushing:

Me too! 7 days from today! The Isopure is really refreshing over ice. I was impressed w/ it. Reading a few books on LapBand, I have noticed some books say we should have at least one protein drink a day for the rest of our lives. Others say we shouldn't because they just slip right thru our pouch. What have you guys heard/read? Hugs,

So far I have found I like the fruity ones much better than the chocolate, vanilla etc. However, I have a sample of a peanut butter-chocolate that I can't wait to try! Isopure makes a gatorade-like drink that really is quite good. It has 45g of protein and no fat or sugars. I also tried Syntrax Nectar, cherry flavored. I mixed it with my Crystal Light lemonade and it tasted just like a cherry lemonade from Sonic. YUMMY! The only off-putting thing I found about it was the smell. That vitamin-y smell. Otherwise, it may be a keeper! Hugs,

ONE WEEK from today, we will be jumping on the band-wagon!! Is anyone else as nervous as I? I can't seem to think about anything else. And my concentration is shot! I'm turning into a complete airhead! Hugs,

G' mornin all!! HOLY MOLY! I woke up this morning, looked at the calendar and about had a panic attack! One week from today I will be having my surgery! *gulp* :scared2: My nerves are starting to get the best of me. I have never had surgery before. I am pretty well prepared. I think. I have all my post-op "groceries" and have made lists of what I need to take to the hospital, and what I still need to get. This seems completely surreal. I have read a few books on what to expect. Everything I read seems to contradict something else I have read. It is getting really frustrating. Perhaps I have read too much!? I have been sampling protein drinks all week. They are pretty gross, not gonna lie. There are a few, thankfully, I can choke down pretty easily. Especially with the recipes I found in one of my books. I hope everyone else is doing well!! Hugs,

Sixteen days until my surgery!! I have been shopping for protein drinks. Purchased a few books to help me along my journey. Stocked up on things I may need post-op. It is bizarre. I am doing all these things to get ready, and yet it seems surreal. I can't believe I am actually doing this!! Last night at dinner, I ordered a sandwich and fries, because I know those foods won't play a big part in my "new" life. When I eat something, I can't help but think, "That might be the last time I ever have this." And I feel silly for feeling a little tinge of sadness. Then I think, "HOW silly! It's just food!" Today I went into GNC to search for protein powders. I felt so stupid just walking in. Fat girl in a health food store! I almost turned around and left before I even went in. Part of me wishes I had. The aisles were so tiny and I couldn't fit between a shipment of boxes and almost knocked them all down. I felt ridiculous. The tiny sales girl tried to help me find what I needed. I couldn't wait to get out of there. I can't wait until I finally feel comfortable with myself. Just being me.

Okay Feb 2nd folks! How is everyone?? Anyone getting as nervous as me?? What have you guys been doing to get ready for the big day? Come on, speak up!! Hugs,

Hi Ashley!! Congrats on getting your date! I am getting banded on the 2nd of February. *EEK* I am a little nervous! But I am also very ready for this. I was told to bring my CPAP machine, cell phone, medications I take and personal care items with me to the hospital. I am packing my own nightgown, cuz I'm not a big fan of the ones where your hiney hangs out the back. Hopefully, they will let me change into my own before I tuck in for the evening. (I have to stay overnight for insurance reasons) And I think I will bring a book and my IPOD. Just typing this makes it all so real!! Gave me goosebumps! Serenity: That is soooo cool that your surgeon is having a Protein "tasting"! I wish mine would do that! I have been running all over town trying to find samples of different shakes. I also ordered a few online. If you find any that don't taste like the bottom of an old shoe, let us know!! Hugs,

Way to go!! I'm sure you'll do awesome post-op! I also have to stay in the hospital overnight, for insurance reasons. It doesn't really bother me, I guess. My surgery is February 2. I am getting really nervous. I just realized yesterday, that's only 2 weeks from Monday. *gulp* But I am also reaaaaally ready! I purchased a great book about surgical weight loss filled with great ideas and "recipes" for the Protein shakes. I bought my Flintstone's chewables. I've been running all over town, buying samples of different Protein drinks. I have one chilling in the fridge right now, for after my walk. Kinda nervous it will taste like licking the wall though! Good luck to everybody!! Hugs,

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My surgery date is February 2nd! Hugs,

February 2nd here! I am beyond excited! And nervous. :cool: I have never had surgery before and my number one fear is waking up with a breathing tube down my throat! I know, out of everything I could be worrying about, I pick that! :regular_smile: Hugs,