Lilli
The Worst Thing...
Feb 17, 2007
Overall I am doing pretty well. Still some discomfort on the left side - getting the staples removed Tuesday. Hopefully that will help. I graduated to the pureed foods stage yesterday and it was a welcome improvemnet. But, I still love my Cream of Wheat in the morning. Last night for dinner I had some baked salmon blended together with some veggies. Looked like baby food but tasted good. And to top it all off - salmon is so high in protein! Yipee!
But I have to tell you - the worst thing is the cravings. I don't feel hungry at all but I do miss the taste of certain foods. Sometimes it drives me batty. So, when I get those urges, I go brush my teeth. Ok, I know it sounds strange but it works. And my dental hygienist will be so happy with me next time I see her. LOL.
Have I mentioned how yummy the Tropical Fruit flavoured SF Popsicles are? The best! Bye for now!
But I have to tell you - the worst thing is the cravings. I don't feel hungry at all but I do miss the taste of certain foods. Sometimes it drives me batty. So, when I get those urges, I go brush my teeth. Ok, I know it sounds strange but it works. And my dental hygienist will be so happy with me next time I see her. LOL.
Have I mentioned how yummy the Tropical Fruit flavoured SF Popsicles are? The best! Bye for now!
Home from the hospital...
Feb 13, 2007
I am gald to be home - was released yesterday. I was in so much pain after the surgery - I wish someone would have told me it would hurt this bad. I was regretting doing the surgery for two days. I am feeling a little better every day and on full liquids now. The Sugar Free Popsicles are the BEST! I bought the tropical fruit flavors and am in love! I am walking and getting my liquids down okay. Looking forwad to feeling even better tomorrow!
Tomorrow is the big day!
Feb 05, 2007
I still have some running around to do today and some cleaning to get done too. I have to be at the hospital at 8am tomorrow. I am a little nervous and had a hard time getting to sleep last night. I don't know what tonight will bring me.
I am lucky to have supporters around me. And it's rather funny - the people I thought would be the biggest supporters are the ones that are totally against it and talking behind my back. I am lucky though because my husband and son are my biggest cheerleaders - and I have some friends that are doing the same too. Well, I think this is too big of a fight to let the opposers bring me done. I must surround myself with positive reinforcement.
Couple more days...
Feb 03, 2007
In just a couple more days I will be a changed woman. I still have a couple of things to pick up at the grocery - but I have the important stuff - vitamins and protein powder. A couple of nights ago we went out for yet another 'last supper' - I had Prime Rib and it was fabulous. I think I'm done with 'last suppers' - I can't think of anything else that I want to have. Thankfully!
There are a couple other folks having their surgeries this week too and I want to wish them well!
There are a couple other folks having their surgeries this week too and I want to wish them well!
15 days till Surgery!
Jan 22, 2007
I went to the hospital today for pre-op testing. I had an Upper GI done and that was so nasty! I managed to get through it okay though. I am beginning to start shopping for the things I'll need the first couple of weeks...Crystal Light, Sugar Free Popsicles, etc... I need to buy some protein powder.
The past few days I have had the "last supper" mentality. I know I shouldn't...but I have. I am just going to assume that I will be a dumper so I have been eating some of my favorite sweets that I won't eat again after the surgery. After the surgery, I don't want to revert back to old habits - that would just defeat the purpose.
Anyway....15 more days to a new me!
The past few days I have had the "last supper" mentality. I know I shouldn't...but I have. I am just going to assume that I will be a dumper so I have been eating some of my favorite sweets that I won't eat again after the surgery. After the surgery, I don't want to revert back to old habits - that would just defeat the purpose.
Anyway....15 more days to a new me!
Waiting for the phone to ring...
Jan 15, 2007
Well, here it is Tuesday... I didn't get the call yesterday so hopefully today. I am not leaving the house until I get this call! I thought waiting to get approved was a long wait - but this waiting to schedule the date for sugery is killling me! C'mon phone....RING!
APPROVED FOR SURGERY!!!!
Jan 11, 2007
I am sooooo excited! The dr's office just called and said I was approved! Someone else will be calling me on Monday or Tuesday to set up the date and get the pre-op blood work done. I just can't believe it! I'm thrilled!
Paperwork issues
Jan 08, 2007
The insurance needed the psych letter revised - so I called the doctor and got that done and received it back yesterday. Sent that on to the surgeon's office and they faxed it in to the insurance. I just keep hoping that I get approved without a lot of nonsense. I keep reading about everyone else with their dates and while I wish them well, I wish it were me. Oh well, soon enough.
Paperwork Submitted to Insurance for Approval!!
Jan 05, 2007
My paperwork was faxed in yesterday and I am so anxious - but trying not to be. I am just really hoping I get approved. My journey so far has not been as long as some others I have read about so I shouldn't complain.
Oh well, will update as I have more news.
Oh well, will update as I have more news.
Consult w/ Surgeon
Oct 26, 2006
Met with the surgeon today and he said that I am an excellent candidate. He wants me to attend a seminar and then they will help me get the ball rolling for insurance approval. I just have to decide if I want RNY or LapBand.
About Me
Parkland, FL
Location
20.3
BMI
Surgery
02/07/2007
Surgery Date
Oct 23, 2006
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