Life of the Party

        The first week after wls is nothing to joke about. I feel as if I'm endlessly drinking some sort of fluid. I did manage to get in all of my fluid intakes both days at home. I had to spend an extra night in the hospital (Mission) due to some high blood sugar counts. What were they expecting? All they had given me to drink was Core Power shakes, which is loaded with sugars and carbs.  FYI I'm not a fan of Core Power!          I haven't been on a scale yet, but I'm sure I'm still the same weight. I'm swelled to pop. Walking seems to be the only relief in sight! Here are some things to remember: 1. When you get home pick out some very comfy clothes 2. Don't worry about what you look like 3. Drink, drink, drink! 4. Make sure you get up and walk (it helps) 5. Note any changes 6. Try to be as comfortable as possible.        I have personally been using Glucerna Shakes, and I think they are the ...

    Monday is the big day for my weight loss surgery (wls). I'm currently weighing in at 262.3. I started way heavier, but I'm working my way down. I'm a bundle of nerves as the hours click by. Honestly, Monday couldn't get here any sooner. I think when it is actually here the anticipation will die down some. I've been on the liquid diet for 12 days in total. I must say that it does cause some questioning of what I want to "eat."      I will begin to post pictures, as soon as, I get out of the hospital. I picked the Mission Weight Loss Management facility to start this journey. They have treated me well, but driving the two hours to Asheville is very annoying. I guess this is to be expected! Where I live there are no programs offered.  May Monday be a blessing.       I wanted to have wls because I was told it would help my diabetes. This alone is worth the risk! I'm tired of fighting the battle of checking my sugar 24/7.   Wi...