Just givin an update

    Thank you to all *****sponded to my last post. It really means a lot to know people out there care and are going or have gone through the same things I am.     The last two days, I've started to feel hungry. My stomach isn't growling, but I get the real empty feeling that you get before your stomach growls. It's driving me crazy! I'm drinking my Boost six times a day, taking my OptiSource vitamins four times a day and I still feel empty. I'm ashamed to say that several times, I've considered cheating. Just going into the kitchen and eating a couple bites of something. In fear that it would result in my stomach exploding, I haven't cheated. But I'm so hungry!!!!!! I've cried a few times today out of frustration.     On the other hand, I'm trying to look on the bright side. I am thankful for this opportunity. I know a lot of people aren't able to get this surgery. I don't feel like I deserve it though. I feel like I'm going to cheat and not be sucessful with this.     Yes, I plan on setting up some kind of thing with a phyciatrist or overeater's group. I definately need mental help, I know that. I have an appointment with a family doctor on May 1st.     My 1-2 week follow up appointment with my surgeon, Dr Mann is this Monday. I was so fortunate to get an appointment that soon. I'm counting down the days and hoping I hang in there til then. I plan on telling him all that I've been going through.     God Bless the rest of you that are going through this weight loss journey with me!                                                                                              -Shelly-

((((((((((((Shelly))))))))))))) Hang in there, girlfriend!!!!  This too shall pass.  You are not a failure and you are not going to fail at this.  It just takes some time to get used to all the changes your body is going through.  We have all been where you are right now. Take it one day at a time.  It does get easier.  Good idea to talk to your doctor and on getting some help with the mental aspect of all this.  After all, they didn't operate on our brains, right??!!  You are going to do fine and you do deserve this change to make your life better and healthier!  Good luck to you and keep us posted on what the doc tells you! Hugs, Donna