Hi, Fellow Julys!

sashimi is a great post-op food...once you can eat soft foods. high in protein, low in fat and very nutritious!! sushi rice on the other hand, kiss it goodbye for a while

Awww don't say that o well :shrug: Thanks for the heads up

My surgery is schedueld for July 19 and I'm very excited. BUT...big but here!..I have to get through two project deadlines at work before I go out for my medical leave, and I'm finding I'm distracted by that. For me, that is probably a good thing since I otherwise think I would get too anxious abou waiting. I'm also focusing on my final appointment with my doctor on July 2, when I will have my last normal weigh-in and then start my pre-surgical diet. I'm trying to get just a little bit more weight off since I don't feel I've done the best job so far in losing pre-op weight. (I've only lost 16 lbs since October.) Like Linda S., I'm also reading up a storm, which is VERY helpful!! I'm feeling pretty well prepared after reading so many examples of how the surgery happened for other people. I feel like I know what to expect, which is keeping me calm. I'm so happy I'm finally getting to do this! Once I get past the two work deadlines that is. argh!!

I am scheduled for July 30th, I have been trying not to, but have submitted to the Last Supper Syndrome. I see alot of people say they are on a pre-surgery diet. I have not been told to diet, I see people starting thier liquid diet, I have not been told to do this? I am a nervous wreck because I feel Like I have a big test coming up and I am unprepared. I still have pretty much time I guess, will they tell me this later, or have I forgotten something?

Hi Pam Don't feel weird my surgery is 7-3-07 and I havent been told anything about a liquid diet either. I go for Pre-op this Wednesday maybe they'll say something then. I guess every doctor is different. Like you I'm mega nervous too but I think that comes with the territory.This is a huge personal decision and we should come out of this cocoon and be beautiful butterflies....Good Luck

I'm doing a bit of the Last Supper thing, too. I'm reading all I can and working at a really optimistic attitude -- "I'm going to do great!" It's a little hard to do since I've had multiple failed attempts in the past! My surgery is July 24. It's not too real yet. I am looking forward to a much healthier me! Maria

takeing it one day at a time and trying to keep busy as possible is my way of getting the time to come soon. good luck and god bless all of us on are new way of life.

Ok, I'm a little late getting on the board, but I try really hard not to use the computer over the weekend. I'm on it all day for work; hence, the reason for not even checking e-mails on Sat/Sun. My surgery is scheduled for July 18. Until last Friday, I was feeling great. I am now getting very anxious about it. I had no problem with the potential for complications, healing, success rate, et****il I read a couple of posts of people with issues. I am trying to keep all the positive posts in my head, but I do still read the negative ones. Another thing is that a lot of you have lost weight recently. I've done the opposite. I put on three pounds last week and don't have a clue what I did to gain. Maybe the heat is getting to me - both physically and mentally. I have a support meeting tomorrow night and I'm sure they will calm me down. Good luck to all of you!

I'm not required to lose any weight before surgery, but I wold love to lose about 10lbs before my surgery date on 7/19. Keep us updated on what your support group says.

Good Morning Jean! My date is 1 month and 1 day away.(but who's counting!?) I've done all sorts of little things at home to get ready. I have some protein samples, a can or two of broth, sugar-free jello, even a little sippy cup that kids use....all ready to go. I sorted out all my clothes by size, and I got rid of things that are big for me now....because I'm NEVER EVER going to wear them again. A friend gave me hand me downs in sizes 20 to 14, they've been washed, folded and are ready to go... I put my 'hospital bag' out, there's only a robe and slippers in it, I'll put a litle bit more in it when its time. As for last suppers, I have 2 planned...one with my OH friends, and one with my close friends who have been supportive. I am eating more of some things. I don't want to eat like a pig, but I don't want to diet either....so I found a middle ground. I have ONE treat a day. It might be a favorite meal or just a snack. Like last week I had ice cream from Coldstone for the first time ever....I always thought it was too indulgent before and I would never go near it. The rest of the day I eat healthier and drink lots of water....no more soda, I quit a month ago. Today's treat - carnitas tacos