Thanksgiving

I was very nervous about Thanksgiving, given that I had been having a lot of trouble tolerating any advance in my diet. But, since being advanced to Stage 5 last week (now 9 weeks post-op) I was able to have a very satisfying Thanksgiving day. I was able to eat a little bit of anything I wanted as long as it was cut small, eaten slowly and I didn't drink at the same time. It was the first time in years that I didn't feel bloated, groggy and guilty after eating! I kept the guest list to immediate family, as I wasn't sure how I would tolerate the day, so it was very relaxed and enjoyable and the meal was spread out over the entire afternoon and early evening. I am so thankful that I had this surgery and that I am on the road to a healthier happy me! Luann LapRNY 9/14/04 -50 lbs

Glad to hear that things went smoothly for you. Thanksgiving has become a very laid back day for me. The food just doesn't matter anymore. Takes the pressure off ....I ate just like I normally eat....with the addition of a very small piece of sf apple pie. Congratulations Luann....I wish you many more non-bloated, guilt-free holidays!

Well said by both of you. Thanksgiving used to be the beginning of my holiday food festival which ended ??? whenever. I ate small amts also, and I used the small plate. I didn't feel that I over did it , and a spoonful of dessert was a real treat. I don't feel that I need to eat all the leftover,either. Today, I had chili for supper. My family (many who have extra pounds)totally support my surgery and say I am now inspiring them. Thank you to everyone on the board for inspiring me! Cheers to us all! Joan F.

Thanks for the support Joan and Kim. Thanksgiving is my new Independence Day! Luann

I like that.....Independence day. It does feel like that. No pressure to eat until you can't move. Freedom from leftovers!

It was a nice thanksgiving for me too!! I think I was one of the only one's at my Mom and Dad's that wasn't a glutten!! I was FULL but, I wasn't an oinker!!! Isn't it funny how other's eat, kinda like a troff {spelling} They were done their big plate full of food before I finished my little portions of food! and my Mom had 2 pieces of pie and some ambrosa for dessert!! stuffing it all the way saying HOW FULL SHE WAS !!! I had a sliver and I mean a sliver just to taste and was SO completely satisfied!!!!!!!!!!! funny how your prioritys change!!!! Glad you had a great thanksgiving! ~Mary 6/8/04 -78lbs 83 from highest

Hey Luann. glad you had a good Thanksgiving. I like that Independence Day stuff, very true. Are you all healed now? Wow, you certainly are loosing the pounds. I'm getting there slowly but I can't do the walking like you do. Keep up the good work, you're doing great! Donna