Buck, I am not near my surgery date yet, so I haven't been in your shoes but from reading posts about the pre-surgery diet, I am trying to plan ahead (G). I am planning on keeping a journal of this journey. I'll probably be writing like mad to keep busy and my mind off of solid food. Also, go for walks (knowing me, I'll probably wear out my sneakers from so much walking, as I have a tendency to get hunger pains when I'm hungry. I have been getting some great advice from the people on this site who have had their surgery, I'm sure you'll get other helpful responses. Good luck!