My name is Theresa from MN and I just got approved.  My surgery date for r n y is January 9.  I am nervous because my family doesn't think I should do it.  I am preparing for after surgery by making hi protein foods and blending them and putting them in ice cube trays, which is about what you can eat at one time.  I haven't seen a dietician till december 27.  But my friend that had the surgery said that really helped her.