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Hmmm…sounds so cheesey and corny…but it’s true!  Today I begin the week long pre-gastric bypass diet.  This diet is a liquid only diet.  I am to take my post-surgery vitamin supplements daily (which I’ve been doing for a few weeks now) as well as protein supplements.  This morning I actually feel great.  I am very motivated and know that I am already succeeding and will meet all of my goals.  Here is a list of my short term goals.

1. I will Get through this week while following the required liquid only diet.
2. I will walk for at least 10 minutes per day every day this week (to some this may sound like I’m aiming a little low, but trust me, when you are 410 lbs and out of shape, this is a feat).
3. I will seek support from my wife, friends and family every day.
4. I will talk to my wife, tell her how I am feeling and what my challenges are every day.
5. I will drink alot of water and ensure that where ever I am, I always have water with me to drink.
6. I will take my vitamin supplements and protein supplements at the same time each day.
7. I will wake up and go to bed at the same time each day.
8. I will write in my blog at least once per day.

Well, this is a good start.  I will focus on these 8 goals this week.  I will focus on a positive attitude and not think about the things that cause me anxiety or fear.  I will allow myself to feel proud and happy when I meet these goals, even though they are small ones.

I want to pick up a new scale.  The bathroom scale that we currently own does not have the capacity to measure my weight.  I think it will be very important to be able to keep track of my weight throughout this process.  It will keep me motivated when I see that I am losing weight.  I will post my weights here on this blog as I take them.

ONE WEEK UNTIL SURGERY DATE!!