Day one pre-op!

So, Today I had to make sure I did some last minute errands. I went and got a Pedicure. I figured I am not going to be doing much in the next couple of days at least I can have nice feet to look at! I took the kids out to In N Out, so this actually was my official last, naughty meal.

I got home and made sure I chilled my Magnesium Citrate. At about 2pm pst, I took the bottle and chugged it all down. My friend and supporter Jasmin also took it at the same time. It is now 7:50pm and still nothing for me!!....I hope this works soon..otherwise, what do I do? I have been having liquids and I am home not going anywhere, because I know that when it comes...oh boy! Jasmine had her effect about 2hours later! I have been having broths and Poweraid Zero. Will update when the time comes....


UPDATE: Here's the scoop on the poop. 02/16/09
It finally came at about 8:30pm and it went on a couple times and this morning.

Official before pictures!!!

Here we go...these are the before pictures at 257lbs. Not comfortable displaying, but I'm sure this will be the last time I take pictures at this size...Let the journey begin!!!!

Prep up day!

So today is ♥♥♥Valentines Day!♥♥♥ Happy V-day to you all!

Spent the day with my Husband and Family. We went out for Sushi! It was delicious!!! I eat more of the rolls, not really into the raw stuff, but do enjoy the crunch rolls and T.N.T. rolls. I have been nibling on stuff left and right. Ok not nibbling eating everything in sight. LOL! This weekend has been a free for all. I have had Carne Asada, tamales, shrimp ceviche and pizza. I figure this is going to be the last time I will be able to eat like this for a very long time. I know that I should be prepping myself for more positive ways of eating, but I am actually ready to bring on the next couple of days. I did all my shopping and bought all the stuff I will need. I have bought broths, jello, sugar free kool aid, crystal lite, my vitamin chewables, calcium chewables and my protein shakes! I will be trying some out tonight to see how they taste. Tomorrow I start my cleansing process...oh boy! Then followed by only liquids for the rest of the evening and also on Tuesday. Surgery on Wednesday!

I want to really thank all my supporters, my family and friends that are really cheering me on!

To my husband Alex who is behind me 100% in all that I am doing. I love you babe!!!♥

Yasmin!!! Who is not getting lap band but she is going to be doing the cleansing and the protein shakes with me as a form of support! Gracias!!!!

Pre-op Appt - CHECK!

My pre-op appt went well overall. I was a little annoyed at the fact that they called me to move up my appt, but didn't take me in until my regular time??? Ugh and then I saw them scrambling in the office because my chart was MIA too!!!! AND of course the girl that always handles my stuff was out of the office. Once that was all straightened out it was fine.

My nutritionist went through what would happen before and after the surgery in regards to food or lack of I should say..haha. Protein shakes will be the only thing I will be able to have.

I also met with my surgery coordinator Gideon and he was explaining to me the reasons why only protein shakes and how it all works. Very interesting! Once I am able to eat more solids, he encourages to do a lot of weights so that my skin can retract much better and to eat a lot of fish. Omega 3 really helps the skin to get back to where it needs to go!

I need to do a cleanse on Monday the 15th as my preop preparation and liquids on Tuesday. My surgery will be Wednesday the 17 at 1pm. I need to be there by 11:30am to prep up before surgery.

I'm so excited. I am not nervous about the surgery. What I am really worried about is the fact that I have to be on shakes for 2 weeks..that is what I am having a problem with. I am one that gets tired of eating the same thing for too long. I'm willing and ready to do this, but I know it's going to be hell!!!

Pre Op appt tomorrow!

I have my pre-op appointment tomorrow at 5:30pm. I'm excited, to find out what I'm going to start doing in the next week. I am assuming I will begin some sort of liquid diet? Oh boy...will keep you posted.

Surgery Date is......

I just received a call from the Dr's office that my claim was APPROVED!!!!!! and I will have my pre-op appointment on Feb 11, 2010 and my surgery date is February 17th! OMG...I was in shock when I was told the date! So many things going through my head at this time! Excited, nervous, OMG, OMG, OMG!!!

EGD (Upper GI)

Upper GI was not fun, but I guess since I was asleep while it happened, it was not that bad. I was admitted to Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach and had the procedure yesterday morning. What they did is they went down my throat with a scope to look around and make sure I didn't have ulcers, Hiatel Hernias or anything that would cause issues when the Lap band is placed on my stomach. I have a soar throat, but it looks like all came out good. Nothing of major issue was found. Now just waiting for the insurance approval. I have this horrible cold to top it off, hopefully it goes away soon!