Looking to meet and make friends here at OH to take this weight loss journey with.

Hello Everyone, My name is Debra and my wls is May 5th. I hope to be able to meet many of you on this message board and share our thoughts, fears and info as well as offer each other support. I'm not much of a talker so please bare with me. Thanks you for your resonse, Debra

Hi Debra, I am having my surgery on May 5th too. Can you believe it is Monday? How long have you been working towards this? What surgery are you having? Kelly

Hi Kelly, Yes it is hard to believe it is that close finely. I Had to wait two years to win my disability (back injury) so i would have insurance. The rest has gone quick after i found a doctor. I am having open RNY. I wanted the duodenal switch, but he does not feel it is a good choice for me. How about you? How long have you been waiting? What kind of surgery for you? How do you feel about after the surgery? I am glad you wrote me. I look forward to your answers. Deb

Hi Debra, you are exactly 1 week ahead of me. I'm not scared just VERY anxious to get this over and done with. Have you told many people. I haven't told that many. I guess I really want to see if anyone will notice and how they will react. Sending you good luck for next week Monday. Debbi

Hi Debbi, Now that you mention it i have not told anyone but family. I guess i was afraid it would not happen if i told others. I also think that I wanted to see the reaction that some will have. Sending you luck too. Thanks Deb

Hi Debra! I'm pretty much a newbie....my RNY was 2/26/08. I know you have got to be experiencing a whole array of emotions right about now. You're only a few days away from surgery. I can tell you my journey so far has been incredible. Everyone here on OH has been so helpful and most people don't even know it. Just reading the posts everyday helps me incredibly! I wish you all the best. I look forward to getting to know you and experiencing this journey with you. Praying for you!

Thanks, yes lots of emotions. My main concern is to do my part correct, and not getting tired of the foods we will need to eat. At least till we can have "real food" again. Even then giving up sugar is going to be somewhat ruff, but it will be well worth it! We are all going to have to learn new ways to cook. Maybe we can all share recipes as we discover new favorites. Thank you for the prayers i send my prayers to you also, Deb

You'll do fine. With the support of everyone here at OH you can find answers anytime day or night. There are sooo many suggestions that folks offer, it's pretty cool. Recipe ideas and suggestions are obtainable as well. As far as the sugar thing...you'll just have to find alternatives that you like that will fit in the nutritious category. It's weird but your taste buds change too. At least mine did so far....I haven't had a problem with staying away from sweets and sugar like I thought I could. Sharing ideas on what each of us are eating and what works well/digests well are helpful. Stay in touch. I'll help however I can. Best Wishes

Hello fellow newbie (lol), Thank you for your thoughts and prayers and yes i will remember you and the others here in my prayers as well. This is a great place to be with others who understand what we are going thru. What is your first name? Thanks, Debra

Hey Debra, Good to hear back from you. I agree that this is great place to be...and a wealth of information. Lucky you not having to have a pre-op liquid diet. I had to do a two week liquid myself. Hope you enjoy your weekend as you prepare for surgery. Weather here has been great....I'm hoping to be outdoors as much as possible. Rhonda is my first name. Take care and let us know how we can help in your journey.