One week post op

Well, thank you to all who sent me support through this website. You will never know how much I appreciated those messages in my last nerve filled days! If I could have only known how well it would go! I am truly blessed. Surgery lasted 50 minutes, into my room an hour and a half later, and walking an hour and a half after that! I am horribly bruised, but they are not painful. The only pain I had was the first two days post op due to gas bubbles. Once those passed, I have felt wonderful. I had to stay in Houston a week (required by Naaman) and walked every two hours all week long...by the end of the week, was able to mall walk/shop for 3 - 3 1/2 hours a day! I ate only the allowed broth, water, juice (once a day), and Propel and have never felt hungry since surgery I was disappointed at the scales today, though. Lost only one and a half pounds. I was taking fluid pills pre surgery and not now. I think that might be why. Maybe I should take them again? Any suggestions from anyone? It is wonderful being on this side. Had broccoli cheese soup today (was cleared for the Creamed Soups and Cereals diet) and never knew it could taste so good!

Congratlations Pat. I am glad that you made it to the loosing side. My request for the RNY has been declined by the insurance company but I am still encouraged that surgery will eventually happen for me. I believe that you will start seeing bigger differences in your weight soon. Keep up the good work, and look forward to the new you!