oh you're so much help with that snark.  good job 

One thing I found very helpful in following the pace set out for me in my wls clinics guidelines was that it was just that, a guideline. That is to say, if you don't feel ready for thicker foods, don't do it. Don't freak out if you aren't exactly where your guidelines say you might be right now. I have a lot of trouble with meat in general and eggs too. So I eat what I can - I seem to manage lentils and beans very well - also cheese and yogourt. Personally, I think the amount of protein is somewhat exaggerated but nevertheless I just do my best. As for walking, I remember at about 3 weeks out I would sometimes get a pain inside when I walked or a very sore back (lower addomen too). I just slowed down and took shorter walks until I could build up - you're still healing. These kinds of major lifestyle changes are not easy to make but they do force us to find other (preferably better ways to cope). Maybe this is a good time to get out and give yourself some time with friends or a special treat to congratulate yourself like a pedicure or manicure? I hope this helps a little. 

Karen

You had major surgery first of all and it will take time for your body to recover from the stress of it...ie you will be very tired...just make sure you drink enough liquid to you stay hydrated...your body is also hungry because you are eating very few calories...also not having any carbs...the pain will get better...drink warm liquids it will help with your stomach...many of us could not drink cold liquids for a long time after surgery...so warm up the liquids...tea..chicken broth etc...that will go down easier...your body will adjust to not eating carbs and slowly your energy will return...your body should not feel hungry but your head misses eating and 90% of our hunger is in our heads...so you just have to chill out and get through this...it's difficult for all of us in different ways...what will NOT be difficult is when you see the results and the weight is flying off your body...but again the physical stuff might take awhile...It took me about a month to feel pretty normal...by the time I had my first soft boiled egg I was already better that was three weeks out...give yourself some time and don't worry...regret is normal but it won't last long...keep posting...I also think that you have lost a great big friend right now which is the comfort of food in your life..that is difficult especially at the holiday time but trust me you will be so happy in a few months with your results and you will adjust to your new stomach very nicely...stay on the boards and post and get support..go to your surgeon's support groups and let us know how you do....SEAVIEW

i'm 12 days out and regret it so much.  i hate this pain and this dizziness and protein shakes and this emptiness.  this is miserable so i totally empathize.  have things gotten better for you?