Alex Brecher 10,515 Posted March 30, 2015 @@blashlee, good luck, and keep us posted. How exciting! That is absolutely wonderful that your boyfriend is supporting you so well. If he keeps it up, your entire journey will be so much easier. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blashlee 509 Posted March 30, 2015 @@mstee83 @@meSparkle83 It went better than expected. I took my Protein and my drinks and my Jello and a few thermoses of broth. And I took my dog and while everybody ate, I played with her outside. My mom ate a small amount quickly and then came out to keep me company. She said dinner seemed "off" (aka not as good as normal) so I didn't miss anything LOL Had my liver ultrasound today and a visit with my surgeon; everything is where it's supposed to be and we are on track for surgery next monday you're both right, the finish line is getting nearer. Good luck tomorrow @@mstee83!! @@Alex Brecher thank you! I certainly will! This site has been a big help. My boyfriend is staying at it. He was considering surgical options himself but if he's able to stick to eating like me he may not need to, which would be great Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Joebravo 16 Posted March 30, 2015 Take your time....It tooks years to gain it and it will take months to lose it.....No rush...Just take it day to day.... The weight will come off and you will be very happy about your choice to have it...Smelling food will not bother you....You will not be able to eat it for about 8 weeks no smelling it will not matter.....Good luck on your journey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meSparkle83 153 Posted March 30, 2015 Take your time....It tooks years to gain it and it will take months to lose it.....No rush...Just take it day to day.... The weight will come off and you will be very happy about your choice to have it...Smelling food will not bother you....You will not be able to eat it for about 8 weeks no smelling it will not matter.....Good luck on your journey Thank you! Today has been much better. I've been just focusing on right here right now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boubette2420 0 Posted March 30, 2015 HI, IM ALL NEW TO THIS SITE, WAS JUST WONDERING, ON APRIL 21 IS MY ALL DAY SESSION, I WAS WONDERING HOW LONG AFTER THAT SHOULD I HAVE A DATE FRO SURGERY? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meSparkle83 153 Posted March 30, 2015 HI, IM ALL NEW TO THIS SITE, WAS JUST WONDERING, ON APRIL 21 IS MY ALL DAY SESSION, I WAS WONDERING HOW LONG AFTER THAT SHOULD I HAVE A DATE FRO SURGERY? Hello, & welcome! I really think it depends on the method of payment and location. My insurance required me to do 6 months of appts. I started my journey in June of last year and I received my this month. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blashlee 509 Posted March 30, 2015 HI, IM ALL NEW TO THIS SITE, WAS JUST WONDERING, ON APRIL 21 IS MY ALL DAY SESSION, I WAS WONDERING HOW LONG AFTER THAT SHOULD I HAVE A DATE FRO SURGERY? That's going to depend on your insurance. Different doctors and insurance companies require different documentation before they will approve you. I got my date a month after my initial visit. They booked the OR and then submitted for my insurance. Not all doctors will do that; they won't go through the trouble of booking the OR if your insurance hasn't come back as approved. My insurance approved in less than a day so my given date wasn't changed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meSparkle83 153 Posted March 31, 2015 @@mstee83 @@meSparkle83 It went better than expected. I took my Protein and my drinks and my Jello and a few thermoses of broth. And I took my dog and while everybody ate, I played with her outside. My mom ate a small amount quickly and then came out to keep me company. She said dinner seemed "off" (aka not as good as normal) so I didn't miss anything LOL Had my liver ultrasound today and a visit with my surgeon; everything is where it's supposed to be and we are on track for surgery next monday you're both right, the finish line is getting nearer. Good luck tomorrow @@mstee83!! @@Alex Brecher thank you! I certainly will! This site has been a big help. My boyfriend is staying at it. He was considering surgical options himself but if he's able to stick to eating like me he may not need to, which would be great That's great! Another day down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mstee83 22 Posted March 31, 2015 @@meSparkle83 @@blashlee thank you both...i really appreciate it!! My bags are packed and im ready to report at 5:30 am. I waited until today to weigh myself since ive started my pre-op and 17 lbs down!! Im so glad you both are doing very well on your pre-op. I will keep you ladies posted. I will be waiting for you both at the finish line:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meSparkle83 153 Posted March 31, 2015 @@meSparkle83 @@blashlee thank you both...i really appreciate it!! My bags are packed and im ready to report at 5:30 am. I waited until today to weigh myself since ive started my pre-op and 17 lbs down!! Im so glad you both are doing very well on your pre-op. I will keep you ladies posted. I will be waiting for you both at the finish line:) I've been so excited for you today. I thank you as well. Yes, we will be shortly finishing that finish line. Good luck, and I know it's hard but try and relax. Don't forget your Chapstick! If ur anything like me you will be crying for it tomorrow. Take it easy and I'll be waiting to hear from you soon miss lady. Get some rest! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blashlee 509 Posted March 31, 2015 keeping you in mind @@mstee83! Praying your surgery goes well and your recovery is a smooth one Keep us posted on how you're doing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Morethan_justa_prettyface 8 Posted March 31, 2015 I finally found someone who has the same date as me, April 6th. I was really excited before, but now I'm so scared ???? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blashlee 509 Posted April 1, 2015 I finally found someone who has the same date as me, April 6th. I was really excited before, but now I'm so scared ???? Don't be scared! I'm a little nervous but mostly excited. I'm excited about what the rest of my life will be like because I made this choice. You'll be asleep. In the hands of trained and capable staff. Hopefully in a nice comfortable hospital that also has trained and capable staff. From my understanding, you'll have a yucky few weeks, and then you'll spend a little while relearning how to eat and live. But it's gonna be worth it. We're in this together! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Morethan_justa_prettyface 8 Posted April 1, 2015 Thank you so much!!! Are you on Instagram? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blashlee 509 Posted April 1, 2015 @@Morethan_justa_prettyface Yes I am my username is @blashlee there also. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites