Lyn W.

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I'm on my second week of pureed/mushed foods & things are beginning to taste better to me. I'm not real sure about all of that or why....maybe it's the fact that I'm eating so slow & chewing it so tiny that I'm actually tasting it differently! IMAGINE THAT? 

Next week, according to my meal plan.....I can begin to have some shredded meats. Hmmm...Now this scares me! I've heard of all kinds of people getting sick from Chicken., or choked on chicken (no pun intended)....Any suggestions? Recipe ideas?? 


Hope all is well with everyone!

Lyn

Today I had 3/4 of one scrambled egg with 2 tbsp of grits!  IT was YUMMY!!!!!!!!!!  I chewed it to death and then some more...and waited before taking a sip of my decaf tea and it went fine!!  I was so scared of getting choked, overdoing it..etc etc...I'm sure I'm not the only one that's felt like that!!  Today's breakfast was a hurdle for me...and I ACED it!!! YEAH ME!

I go back  for my 2 week post op tomorrow morning. Hope everyone is doing well.

Lyn

I've been home from the hospital since Wednesday & I'm doing GREAT!  I am so blessed that it's all gone so smooth for me! Im getting somewhat tired of the plain clear liquids- BUT...one more day and I go to full liquids!! YEAH!!!  A week tomorrow..ALREADY BEEN A WEEK SINCE SURGERY? omg...reality!  I'm still finding it hard to believe that I had it done..lol!

I'm actually excited to be able to start on my protein shakes!  For anyone who's doing the pre-op Protein shakes...and you're getting bored...Hang in there! There will come a time when you WANTWANT them again! . The thing this week on my clear liquids was variety! I had sugar free jello & s.free popsicles, decaff coffee & tea and been 'tolerating' a little bit of the ISOPURE.  I can't wait because I know next week, I'll feel EVEN better than I do now when I get my full protein in!!! 

Hope all is well with everyone.

Much love
Lyn

In less than 8 hours...I'll be having surgery!!! I'm excited- but going to bed soon! I hope I'll be able to rest...We will be leaving home at 330am to be at the hospital by 5am! WOOOT!  My surgery is scheduled for 7:15!

Talk to everyone later!

Prayers welcomed!

Lyn

 This is my last day at work before surgery & I'm really not wanting to be here! There's so much more at home that I need to be doing! LOL!

I've gotten some negativity about my surgery today & I'm still not quite sure how to respond to the text messages. I had one lady beg me not to have it because I was going to die.  Of course, she's a long distance buddy- and hasn't been here with me during my struggle to become healthier before going down this route.  I realize this is a tool to help me in my journey & not a quick fix it....I just wish I could put into words what I want to say to her, hopefully by the weekend I can!! 

Have any of you had negative comments before surgery?? I understand their concern, but I would like their blessings instead of the negativity....oh well, this too shall pass! 

Hugs to all

Lyn

  Started my protein shakes today to reduce my liver...so far so good...Lunch is down & only one more to go for today.   I haven't gotten any water intake in yet except for what was in my coffee & in the Chike this morning for breakfast.  

Went to the gym again today. Hoping to get in at least 4 days this week at lunchtime, since I have a follow up w/surgeons office this week.  Next week is my pre-op appt!

It's getting CLOSE!!!!!!!!!!!


Lyn

 Three weeks from today.....  I will be in surgery! OMG! I can't quite grip it yet..I've waited and wanted this surgery for so many years now...I'm still in shock or disbelief that I'll actually get it!!! 

I have to do the protein shakes...so I guess that will help with the countdown!!!!!!

EEEEEEEEEK! YEAHHHHHHHH! 

In my mind, I'm doing cartwheels!! LOL


Ok- back to work I go....

SQUEEEL!
Lyn

 Yeaaaaaaaaaah buddy!!!!!! Approval within a half of a workday!!!!!!!

Thank God & Blue Cross &Blue Shield of NC!

Now I'm really doing cartwheels!

Much love!

Lyn

I got an email just while ago.....The insurance lady is submitting all my stuff to the INSURANCE COMPANY TODAYYYYYYYYYY!

In my mind I'm doing cartwheels, hand stands & high kicks!!!  My stomach has butterflies and all kinds of feelings are overwhelming me....  I just may end up having the surgery this time!!!! YEAHHHHH!!!!!


Overlook me here...I'm rambling wild in my mind!

Have a nice day ya'll!
Love ya
Lyn

Negativity sucks away energy. If part of the negativity stems from your attitude or perspective, commit yourself at the beginning of each day and each activity to find something positive in yourself and in others around you. If the people around you are negative and you can't change that, either remove yourself from the situation or view it simply as one obstacle you face in pursuing your own potential. Stay focused on your own goals and make the best of the situation. TERRY ORLICK, Embracing Your Potential