Scared. Only a week between pre-op visit and operation. have not been told to go all-liquid, but I think I'll do that anyway. I think my liver (named Hortense) is pretty fatty. Had lap band five years ago, and feel both I and the lap band failed each other. I lost some weight, have been able to stay off diabetes meds, and stated aquarobics 3x week, but not much more change. Not good at techy stuff, so that rather than vanity or modesty will keep me from posting pictures/videos. Updated on 20 Feb 2017: Going for sleeve tomorrow. The hospital's about 1.5 hours away. Still need to pack bag & watch the hospital's video. Wish me luck or say a prayer for me, whichever you prefer. Or both! ; ) Kippa Updated on 24 Feb 2017: No calories since a protein shake Monday. Friday now & I'm not hungry. Mouth bored, but not hungry! The surgery went well, no gas pain, walked pretty soon. Hospital staff wonderful. Home now for 2 days, & only 1 nausea pill needed. My belly looks like Mohammed Ali was using me for a punching bag. Truly spectacular bruises. Looking forward to losing some actual weight, but the forum tells me that may take some time. Updated on 27 Feb 2017: Had my first meeting with surgeon. Two more weeks on 60-grams of protein (Only via shakes and bariatric products)daily and 60+ oz. clear lo-cal liquids . I'm jealous of people writing about pinto beans, cheese, spaghetti, etc. After two weeks I get to move to pureed foods. That'll be 2-4 wkks. And he never allows beans, pasta, only very lo-carb veg. It's probably good for me that he's strict. Anyway, I feel fine....EXCEPT.... We lost power for 3 days, so all the things I distract myself with from the lure of food, were unavailable. No TV, computer, radio, phone, way to heat liquids, or light in evening to read by. My reaction was funny. "I'm FURIOUS! I've been a good girl, and now this!" I kept to the program, but wasn't enterprising about getting out & finding alternative activities. Coulda gone to the flics! All's well now, house temp has risen from 51 degrees. Hope I learn as I go on! Never really said: Seventy-three, 330 at heaviest (years ago), have drifted between 240 and 270 for last 6 or 7 years. I do aquarobics, but dislike walking, as knees and hips are bad. Helpful supportive husband, family & son all on West Coast. So long for now, and thanks for all comments and fellow-traveller's stories! Cheers, Kippa Updated on 1 Mar 2017: Shrove Tuesday pancake supper last night. I manned the donations table and smelled that wonderful maple-bacon-sausage smell for two hours without wanting any. I am down about 8 pounds. Seems like that lowering of ghrelin (the appetite monster) is really happening. I just haven't had that "Gotta eat somthing--a lot of something--and eat it NOW." Updated on 5 Mar 2017: Fifty years ago today my dad committed suicide. I was feeling low & ate a protein bar. I'm not even on mushy food for another week. No ill effects, but I'm sorry I cheated. Back on the program tomorrow. Sigh Updated on 9 Mar 2017: I hope hope hope I'll be able to move to mushy food. I like my hot beverages HOT, and the protein powder clumps into something out of Exxon Valdez. Stirring it into yoghurt or hummus will help.