Awesome!!!  I was sleeved on 4/24 and am feeling pretty good too.  I hope it continues to get better.  Congrats!!

Thanks everyone!  I've been trying to concentrate on more liquids than protein to avoid dehydration and yes the popcicles are my friend as well.  I've walked a little twice during the work day today so I think that's pretty good but still think I have some gas.  I HATE THAT STUFF!!! 

When I drink and I have pain does that mean I'm drinking too much to fast?  I thought I was sipping but I have pain sometimes.  I tried sipping smaller amounts and it was better. 

I know it will get better, it's just a matter of me being patient.  I'm not even hungry AT ALL which is weird.

Thanks everybody.

Oh yes, I ordered those online.  I have some unjury protein powder.  I actually ordered my calcium from unjury as well and got my multi-vitamin off of amazon.

Thanks!  I'm going to check out Walgreens.

Ok.  Thanks for your help.  I'll keep looking.  I was in the grocery stores so maybe that was the problem.

Thanks!!!

Ok. So I'm sure everyone has heard me say one thing or another about how I'm feeling.  Sorry to go on and on about it but I've never had surgery before so this is a whole new thing for me.  I am seriously trying to get the household ready!  Cleaning, organizing, etc.  I actually feel like I'm nesting!  Feels kinda stupid really but necessary at the same time.  I'm trying to make this as easy on my roommate as possible because she's got a lot to do at home anyway (taking care of foster animals) and doesn't need one more thing to stress about.

I can't seem to get anything done at home because of other stuff coming up and it's very frustrating!!  As God as my witness (for the Gone with the Wind fans) I will get everything done Sunday and Monday.  People are just gonna have to DEAL!!

:)  Thanks. 

You can do this Michelle!  First of all, if this were me I would make an appointment with my therapist because you definitely need someone to talk to.  Also, you can certainly call your nutritionist as well.  They can help you with what you're eating.  Remember, stress can be a big contributor to weight so that may be part of the issue as well. 

Sometimes a good cry helps as well.  Cry, talk to a therapist, a NUT, and your husband.  Try not to let this get to you.  I know that's easier said than done. 

I wish you all the luck in the world and keep it up.  You are not alone.

bestofme,

I did the exact same thing!!!  I then realized that I was having surgery to lose weight and to get healthy and I'm only hurting myself by gorging on those foods.  Every chance I got there was a burger or box of mac-n-cheese in front of me.  It was insane! 

Here's what I did.  I wrote a list of the reasons I was having surgery.  I came to this website and talked to others who helped me through this.  I also talked to my therapist.  THERE'S NOTHING WRONG WITH YOU!!!  Just refocus yourself.  You'll be fine. 

Take a walk
Drink some water (crystal light, or whatever your choice)
sugar free popscicles (my new fave)
keep busy!!

That is a pre-op's best advice.  I've taken a lot of deep breaths (no hyperventilating please ;) )

A lot of my co-workers I went to high school with so it's sortof the same thing here.  I know once they all find out (afterwards) what surgery I had then they will be supportive.  My boss and his wife are the only ones who know right now.  I work in public safety so it will be all over the county by this afternoon if I tell one of them.  LOL

I hope I can inspire her but if not her then one person.  That will make things even better!!!

Thanks.

It's silly people struggle with that.  I wish employers realized it is in their best interest financially to cover this (in the long run).

Thank you.  :)

I got a note this morning from my boss' wife.  The subject line was simply "support".  Reading through it brought me to tears because she has so many health problems (diabetis, allergies to the planet, allergies to anesthesia, her weight, etc.) and she told me how much she admired me for doing this.  She said her doc had mentioned it to her before and she just veared away from the convo but she has lost A LOT of weight on her own.  She's thought about the surgery before but doesn't know if she could do it.  She and my boss are coming to visit me in the hospital. 

I'm just feeling very overwhelmed with emotion and I guess I just never realized how many people truly cared about me until now.  It's so nice to know!!!!  This is just that much more motivation to stay around and get healthy.  I am one of the luckiest women in the world.  

Congratulations!!!  I haven't had surgery yet (4/24) but one piece of advice I have is to really do your research on things and be as prepared as you possibly can.  Nutrition can start now!  I've started trying to eat like I'm going to in maintenance (just in bigger amounts) and have already dropped weight.  WATER, WATER, WATER!!!  I'd also start in support groups.  They are so helpful because the vets in there can give you so much advice.

Good luck to you! 

Amy