Post Surgery - Day 1

Doing ok.  Very sore where the lapband is inserted.   Not eating yet.  On the Clear Liquids only stage until tomorrow.  Total calories is only 150- 202.  Taking pain meds which cause itching so taking generic Benedryl and also chewable Bonine to prevent nausea.

Larry is being a wonderful hubby.  Getting me what I need if I am unable to bend over to get it. 

Surgery Day

Surgery went very well.  I have slight pain but pain medicine is working.  Dr Sydney Hu is awesome.  She found a small hiatal hernia and repaired it at the same time as as placing the lapband. 

I am very grateful that God has allowed me to have this done  I am very grateful that my husband is so supportive and has helped me immensely with the process.

I am grateful to all my family and friends for their prayers and encouragement.

Surgery is tomorrow, finally!

The day passed quickly.  Had an all day meeting, came home and have been doing some chores that I won't be able to do for several weeks.  Have lots of projects to work on while I am off, including stamping some stuff for Halloween cards.

Day 10 of Preop Diet

Well, today is the last day of my preop diet.  Lapband surgery is tomorrow.  I am a little anxious but excited to finally get this new journey started.

I am praying for a positive outcome.  I know there will be some discomfort but I am prepared to go through it for the results of this type of surgery.

Haven't had a chance to get back to my scrapbooking and stamping.  Will do a lot of it while I am recovering from surgery.

Day 8 of preop Diet for my lapband surgery

Just 2 more days to go til surgery.  Today was harder than any so far.  I wanted something  yummy.  Had cauliflower with fat free chicken stock and some chicken for dinner.  Then, had some cottage cheese with cinnamon and sweetner.  That was pretty good.  Then I had some apple.  So, that is it for today.  Back to work tomorrow after being off for 4 1/2 days. 

3rd Day of Preop Diet

Doing ok.  Tired but feeling better this evening than I did last evening.  Went to a class at Scrapbooks, Etc.  Love Jackie's classes.  We did a 2 page layout using Tim Holtz ink, embossing folder and other items.  When I get it completed, I will post it. 

I still have to figure out about getting pics on my blog. 

Day 3 of Preop Diet

So far I feel ok.  Not great.  Going off caffeine and sugar causes headaches.  Generic pain killer to the rescue.  Filled my 32oz water container with ice and water and I am sipping away. 

I need lots of prayers to get through this.