I've been trying to delve into some new food arena's not previously experienced in preparation for what eating will be like post surgery. My new Bento box arrived today. I find that I really enjoy bento-type meals, small portions of several different surgery friendly items, rather than larger regular meals. For instance, a few olives, a baby bell cheese, turkey roll-up, blueberries and a Matiz flat with hummus.
Also arriving today were an assortment of Torani Sugar Free syrups. Today's protein shake consisted of skim milk, 1/2 scoop of Click, half scoop chocolate protein powder (I used Body Fortress), and a splash of Torani Raspberry syrup. YUM!
1/28/2011
1/21/2011
Support Group
Went to my first support group meeting last night. I am required to go to 2 meetings. I would likely go to many more if Bayview wasn't on the other side of the city and if the meetings weren't in the middle of rush hour. It takes an hour to get there in good traffic and traffic was backed up on the way home so it took over an hour to get back.
The meeting was actually enjoyable. Lots of people were discussing their stories amongst one another. I was the new girl though so there was almost no conversation with me. I sat quietly next to David, observing and listening to stories I could hear nearby. Some folks brought clothing to share that they could no longer wear. One member brought WLS approved snacks to share. The topic of the night was energy healing which was really quite interesting and was presented in a fun way. I learned some techniques that I definitely plan on trying out.
I did hear one person relate a story about someone who had their WLS at Hopkins and had to wait 6 months after her insurance approval came through for her surgery date! Keeping my fingers crossed that I won't have to wait that long.
The meeting was actually enjoyable. Lots of people were discussing their stories amongst one another. I was the new girl though so there was almost no conversation with me. I sat quietly next to David, observing and listening to stories I could hear nearby. Some folks brought clothing to share that they could no longer wear. One member brought WLS approved snacks to share. The topic of the night was energy healing which was really quite interesting and was presented in a fun way. I learned some techniques that I definitely plan on trying out.
I did hear one person relate a story about someone who had their WLS at Hopkins and had to wait 6 months after her insurance approval came through for her surgery date! Keeping my fingers crossed that I won't have to wait that long.
1/03/2011
Medical ID Bracelet
Because, after surgery, method of intubation will change, it was suggested that I wear a medical ID bracelet with instructions. I certainly didn't want to wear the standard type that we all knew when we were kids. If I had to wear it daily, I wanted one that was pretty. So I ordered one from LaurensHope.com and it arrived today:
The red on the plate is actually white on mine.
1/01/2011
Next Steps
My surgeons office called me a couple of days ago to discuss the next steps I need to accomplish before surgery.
My endoscopy is scheduled for 1/19. In February, I will be on my fourth month of supervised weight loss and at that time I can schedule my first nutrition requirement as well as my psych appt. I also have to attend two support group meetings which I plan to go to soon.
Even though it seems like surgery is still a long time away, it also sort of seems like things are coming at me fast.
My endoscopy is scheduled for 1/19. In February, I will be on my fourth month of supervised weight loss and at that time I can schedule my first nutrition requirement as well as my psych appt. I also have to attend two support group meetings which I plan to go to soon.
Even though it seems like surgery is still a long time away, it also sort of seems like things are coming at me fast.
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