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I met the surgeon and had an extensive appointment with him going over SO MUCH information. I really like Dr. Morton. Kind of grandfatherly-type and give lots of information. That’s the kind of doctor I want. I wish I had thought to take my camera because he had displays and models of what he will be doing to me next week. I loved it. I really should have gone into medicine. That kind of stuff so intrigues me! I wish I could watch while he does it but I’m pretty sure that would be way too weird. However, I did go on youtube and found a medical post of the surgery. It was amazing. And that’s what will be happening next week. Wow. Here’s a picture of what the band looks like.

Yesterday, I started the liquid only portion of the pre-op diet. This part is not so fun. I never realized how much I'd miss food. I don't miss eating. I miss: chewing . . . taste . . . texture. I'm such a texture eating. I'm considering going to Chick-fil-a and just chewing some chicken just for the texture. How sad is that!

But even in this, God gives mercy. I discovered that Atkins Milk Chocolate Protein Shakes, when really really cold, has the same taste as a Wendy's Frosty!

I know there's a bigger picture here. God has such a plan.

So with His help . . . I am doing this.

And with His help . . . I will keep doing this.

And I will watch for His hand in every moment.