There are two things I want to have prior to surgery... knowing that I won't be able to eat like this again.  I want a Clambake... lobster, shrimp, clams, mussels, sausage & corn on the cob and then I want to go to the Melting Pot for one of their meals.

I know afterwards (many months afterwards) I'll be able to eat those type of things, but not all at once and it's how I've been accustomed to eating.

I haven't done any protein drinks ,though I did try a protein bar and thought it tasted like dirt.

I'm sure I'll find protein that I can handle and even enjoy. I have been practically memorizing eggface's recipes for protein shakes!

I'm not having a VSG, I'm going a RNY.. though it's still nice to talk with someone who is having surgery the same day and knowing we will be going through the same types of things at the same time!

Maybe we should exchange phone numbers so we can talk to one another in the hospital.  How long will you be in afterwards?

Ren