Thank you for the welcome.  I guess the protocol up here is that we do what is called Optifast.  It is a liver shrinking protein shake.  Everyone has to do it at least 2 weeks prior to surgery.  I was not obligated to lose any weight before surgery but my liver was slightly enlarged and it just makes it easier for the surgeons to do their thing so everyone does the drink.  I also can have chicken/beef broth, sugar free jello and sugar free popsicles.  Along with water and crystal light.  Its not so bad.  Then 48 hours before surgery we drop the shakes and only do clear fluids.  I think it is helpful because I am gearing myself up for not having a lot of food after surgery. 

Yes that is my little man in the picture.  Thank you.  We think he is pretty cute too.  lol.

Jen

P.S. I sent you a friend request, and you can read my story on my blog. Take care.

  I am on the 10th too.    I also am thinking about this new phase of life.  I can't wait to go shopping in my closet and wear all those cute outfits that have been gathering dust. 
Keep touch and good luck!!

Hi MaryAnn:

Good luck and you will be fine. Think positive!  I too an scared, nervous and excited all at the same time.  It is natural.  Can not wait to hear how you made out.  And Welcome to the board.
Sheri

Hi Mary,
Oh, how nice to have your granddaughter right with you! That is special.  Is she the 4yr.old or the 2 yr. old?
We go to Greeley First Assembly of God.... bierrocks are cabbage buns. (Cabbage, meat and onions in a bread roll.) They have lots of names. The finally count was 676! But we are making a great profit on them, so lots of little girls will get to go to camp this summer.
I am planning this coming weekend to pack my bag, load my Ipod with my music I want, gather anything I'm missing etc.. I am excited and yet at times scared! I see my Surgeon tomorrow. Wow, what are we now 10 days?!  10 days this is the count down!
later,
Cheryl

We have our daughter, son-in-law and granddaughter living with us right now.  I am in heaven with my granddaughter.  Her name is Evelyn, we call her Evie.  What church do you go to?  What are bierocks? 600 of anything is a lot!   I just got home from church also, we go to Bridgeway Christian Church.  Lately my knees have really been bothering me, I too will be glad when I take some of the weight off.  I know it will help.  Do you have your bags packed for the hospital yet?  Is it too soon or am I just getting excited.  Well better go and spend some time with my hubbie.  Talk to you soon, Mary