I am a CHEATER

[Cocoabean 430]

Buckeye, bacon? Wow, I still have issues with bacon, all the gristle. I love it, but rarely eat it. When I do, I pull off just the meaty part and chew it like a feind.

[regina22 0]

thanks for all of your feedback.. i am going to see my surgeon tomorrow for my 1 week follow-up. It has been 10 days since my surgery and i have moved up to mashed potatoes and pinto Beans with cheese.. but i am staying away from the chicken for now. im so glad to be a part of this group.. you guys rock!

[Buckeye 0]

Buckeye, bacon? Wow, I still have issues with bacon, all the gristle. I love it, but rarely eat it. When I do, I pull off just the meaty part and chew it like a feind.

I take off the obvious fat, but chew it up and no problem

[Cocoabean 430]

I chew it like a fiend, even....i before e.... Even tiny bits give me troubles. Just goes to show you, even with docs orders, we are all different in what our bodies can handle!

Regina...bet the mashed potatoes were yummy, huh? My first mushies were awesome!

[katyp1203 0]

Applebees has fabulous Soups that taste awesome and are filling. I am hooked on the Tomato basil, it is to die for! It has helped me a lot!

[boysmom3 0]

I'm 11 days post-op. I was on Clear liquids for 2 days, and am now on full liquids for two weeks (one week to go). Then on to soft/ground meats, etc. (Although I think the "meat-grinding" will have to be done with my teeth, not a blender, lol).

It is interesting how different doctors vary in their instructions to patients. I'm motivated to stick to my doctor's instructions, though. He's a nice guy and very concerned about his patients, but there is a very high accountability factor and I don't wanna get a lecture! Actually that's very good for me. I need the accountability and it makes me feel pretty safe.

If it's any consolation, I'm hungry too! But every day gets better. Hang in there!