last weekend before surgery - relaxing, shopping, and 'last meals"

Hello everyone.  I get my sleeve on Friday 10/10, so this is the last weekend before my surgery. 

Today my wife and I got massages.  We had taken a trip last year to a resort on the Chesapeake Bay last fall and spent a weekend relaxing, including time in their spa.  We wanted to go back this year, but since that will at least be postponed, we went to a local day spa and got a couples massage.  Very relaxing and well deserved as I think we've both been anxious about the surgery.

We went to a local place that makes good burgers for lunch and we're going to Ruth Chris's Steakhouse for dinner.  I've been going well with my pre-op diet, but wanted to have a day of 'last meals".  I've lost over 20 lbs so far, so I'm not feeling too guilty a few good meals before the surgery. 

I have been considering buying a new pair of shoes and was going to wait and ask for them for Christmas, but I basically used the surgery as an excuse to buy them early.  They're a super comfy pair of Merrell Jungle Mocs.  even though I had some sandals, I said I needed some comfy shoes that I could slip on for in the hospital and soon after the surgery. 

i did my grocery shopping.  I already had my protein powders, chewable calcium and chewable multivitamins, gas-X strips, and some things in-case constipation strikes.  I got plenty of low cal fluids:  Crystal Light, Sugar-free Kool-Aid, and Decaf iced tea that I add Splenda too.  For my 1st 3 days, I got 100% juices to dilute, and some low-fat broths.  For days 3-14, I have things to make my protein shakes with:  sugar-free puddings, sugar-free syrups (chocolate, caramel, coffee),  sugar-free carnation instant breakfast, low-fat cream soups (some will need to be strained), and sugar-free popcicles.    I have a few things to start the pureed/soft stage on day 15, but I actually have my transition nutrition class before that, so I didn't get too much.

Tomorrow, I'll likely do some laundry and watch some football.  I have pre-op appointments on Wednesday and then surgery on Friday.  I am working Monday-Thursday and also have an exam for one of my MBA classes this weeks, so I'll be busy leading up to the big day.

I've enjoyed reading everyone's experiences, thoughts, and opinions on this board.  You have all been a big help in my preparation for this surgery.  Thank you all.

 Wow, you sound very prepared!  Good for you getting massages!  Take care and see you on the other side!  

Congratulations on your upcoming surgery! I had smiled fondly as I read your post as I remembered going through a lot of similar activities and feelings beforehand. I too chose beef for my "last meal".

It sounds like you are well stocked. I have heard others say this and I experienced it too, you may find that you will not want some of the things you bought ahead of time. Your tastes may change. Still it is good that you have some things available to try. That way you can focus on you when you get home.

Best Wishes!

Debbie

I tried to get a bit of a bunch of different things and my plan is to try different things and what i like i stick with and what i don't like, well, i still have plenty of options. 

I took the advice of my nutritionist who has basically surveyed her patients to see what has been the most popular and what hasn't been well liked.  I also look forward to trying different things i come up with in the blender for some protein shakes.