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Topic: RE: July 7th Surgery Date - nerves are getting the best of me.
Lily,
Thanks so much for your support - heard a newscast this morning while getting dressed about neg. attitude vs. pos. attitude on health, so I was reminded what I know already, but forget to apply - there are so many positives for this surgery and I will continue to focus on them. If I were having gall bladder surgery instead, I wouldn't even question it - too bad we have to make the decision ourselves - it would relieve a lot of pressure. Good luck to you - I will keep you in my prayers. Jackie
Topic: RE: I am scheduled for s...
The first few days of Optifast for me were the worst. Somehow my body did not want to adjust to the less full feeling, of just this little protein shake, and Wow, was I not prepared for hunger when I was preparing food for others.
But after the first ten days I had lost about 7 pounds, and by that time you should be done with having your surgery.
Congratulations. As a person who had to be on Optifast for longer, I can say this, You learn to appreciate that you will get to eat "real" food someday.
Congratulations on being so close to your surgery date. I'll be praying for you next week.
Donna
Topic: July 9 July 9!!
I got my call!!
July 9, 2008 2:00 at CPMC in San Francisco. I already have the 2 week preop bloodwork set up for this morning at 11:00. No moss growing under these feet! I don't know yet which section of CPMC I'll be in. The doctor's office is sending me a packet with all the pertinent information. I'll update my surgery page when I get it. 
Slide over ladies and gents, I'll be a card carrying member soon.
I'm doing a happy dance! If I knew how to put in the dancing stick figures right, they'd be here.
Slide over ladies and gents, I'll be a card carrying member soon.
I'm doing a happy dance! If I knew how to put in the dancing stick figures right, they'd be here. 
Topic: RE: One week b4 surgery! Getting scared!!
Yayy we have the same date...dont worry everythings goingto be okay!!!
Topic: RE: July 7th Surgery Date - nerves are getting the best of me.
I havent been there yet. July 17th. But I am sending you best wishes and thoughts and I know that staying as positive as you can and not stressing (thats a hard one I know) helps in your recovery. The Drs know more than we do and if they say you are good to go, then you need to trust that you are.
I too have questioned my decision, but only for a second, I want this so badly, I am so sick of being fat and out of energy and not being able to walk much. A new life awaits us. I am ready for the transformation, cause I am unhappy living like this.
peace and blessings to you ...................................................
I havent been there yet. July 17th. But I am sending you best wishes and thoughts and I know that staying as positive as you can and not stressing (thats a hard one I know) helps in your recovery. The Drs know more than we do and if they say you are good to go, then you need to trust that you are.
I too have questioned my decision, but only for a second, I want this so badly, I am so sick of being fat and out of energy and not being able to walk much. A new life awaits us. I am ready for the transformation, cause I am unhappy living like this.
peace and blessings to you ...................................................
Topic: RE: One week b4 surgery! Getting scared!!
You will be fine. You are not going to leave your kids behind. Think positively and know that there are alot of people who have had the same fears and thoughts as you have (including me, I have the same fears, my surgery is July 17th).
But we can do this. It is going to transform our lives. We are going to look back and say, wow that was hard, but not as hard as being miserable and fat. and ...we will be healthy and thin and it is going to be so wonderful!!
good luck and good thoughts to you on your new journey!
You will be fine. You are not going to leave your kids behind. Think positively and know that there are alot of people who have had the same fears and thoughts as you have (including me, I have the same fears, my surgery is July 17th).
But we can do this. It is going to transform our lives. We are going to look back and say, wow that was hard, but not as hard as being miserable and fat. and ...we will be healthy and thin and it is going to be so wonderful!!
good luck and good thoughts to you on your new journey!
Topic: RE: 7/14/08
I am happy for you too Schrelle. My surgery is July 17th and I am excited, nervous, happy, scared....you name it. But the key is.........I AM READY. Oh I want to be thin so badly.
good luck and keep in touch...............................
we can do it. and I think we are all in this together!!!!
Topic: RE: going to mexico on JULY 16TH
Oh yay a mexico friend, Finally I found someone who is also having their surgery in Mexico.
Hospital Angeles in Juarez. Dr Rodriguez. pre op is low carb, not just liquid. protein like meat fish cheese eggs and protein drinks two weeks prior to surgery.
where are you going, who is your Dr and tell me all about it!!!
Im going to be thin. I cant believe it. Its like a dream. I know it will be hard, but I am so ready.
I am happy for you too................we have to keep in touch.
I was out of town on business and saw your reply and said woo hoo, a mexico buddy!!
Topic: RE: 7/7 Surgery in OC - Pre Op Diet Questions
The vanilla shake mixed with sugar free orange Sunkist or Crush with ice in a magic bullet tastes like a creamsicle. I am on Optifast for 6 weeks! I've bought chocolate, strawberry and vanilla shakes. The vanilla is the most versitle since you can mix in sugarfree flavored syrups.
Topic: RE: July 8
I'm July 8, too and I'm excited and scared at the same time! Good luck with your surgery.
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