5 Days Post-Op

So here we are: 5 days post op.  Here's what I can tell you:

1. I've lost 15 pounds
2. The gas pains are gone
3. My incisions are less painful
4. This liquid diet blows

For those of you reading this that are not banded, let me remind you that even though the band is in, I have ZERO restriction.  Meaning my stomach still feels about the same as yours.  And this is what I have been filling it with:

• Morning - Protein Drink
• Mid Morning - Protein Drink and water
• Early Afternoon - Protein Drink and water
• Late Afternoon - Sugar Free Popsicle (aka Nirvana)
• Late Afternoon - Protein Drink
• Early Evening - Broth - either chicken or beef and Crystal Light
• Late Evening - Protein Drink

I have to do this at least one more week before I can move on to "mushies" or soft foods (things like eggs, mashed potatoes, jell-o).  Any and all prayers are welcome.  Thank you.

And in these same 5 days, this is what I have learned:

1. I could never ever be a stay at home wife or mom
2. I love my dog, but clearly I don't need to be with him 24/7
3. There are an inordinate number of food programs on TV
4. Ricky Martin is gay - thanks, Oprah
5. This is the best thing I've ever done for MYSELF

Going back to work on Tuesday - Thank you Jesus.