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Be excited! The VSG is a life-changing surgery. You're taking a...

That timeline seems little off. There is usually a two week period...

Removed that lousy On-Q pump - That lousy On-Q pump finally ran out this morning.  I couldn't wait to remove it.  That thing has been a hassle since they installed it.  For those who haven't used one yet, it's a...

Scar tissue, staples, and a VSG - My post-surgical guide says I'm on liquid and mushies for six weeks to allow scar tissue to form around the stomach staples.  So much for cheating or getting ahead on my diet.

Eating a Banana - Eight days after my VSG and I had a banana.  It was the best banana in the world.  It took me an hour to eat the thing.  Hard to believe my stomach is the size of a banana.  

First weigh-in since surgery - Nine days after my VSG, I had my first weigh-in at my surgeon's office.  All day I spent watching the clock counting down the time.  I cheated and used a bathroom scale just to get...

First gym visit since surgery - After daily walks around the neighborhood for the last week, I finally returned to an actual gym today.  It's been 11 days since my VSG.  Just walking in the door energized me.  I ...