The waiting is the hardest part ..so far!!

Okay...I have a date. January 26th...how do I NOT drive my self crazy while waiting. I'm am now fully informed on the pros and cons, read all the message boards, good and bad experiences and the bottom line is that I want and need this WLS. But everyday I question myself more and more....What are you doing, why, what if?? I'm afraid I will talk myself out of this by 1/26. Any advise??

I totally know how you feel Nancy. My date is on the 13th, and just about 3 weeks ago I was starting to consider canceling the whole darn thing just because I was so scared. I know this is what I want, I've wanted it for 4 years now, and it's finally going to happen, so I'm not doubting my decision, I just think it's normal to be afraid of surgery. We all have things we want to live for and no one wants to leave earlier than they think they have to. One thing that always sticks in my head was something my doctor told me. He asked me where I would be in 5 years if I don't have surgery. I know exactly where I'd be, probably fatter, still not able to do the things I want, still letting food rule my life, and still not feeling like the real me. I don't know what your religious beliefs are, but for me when I listen to my heart I know that this is not how God intended me to live my life. Surgery has saved my life before, and I'm sure it will again. I still wake up every morning around 6am thinking about what will happen during surgery, but I'm sure it's completely normal. My only advise would be to think about all of the things you want to do after surgery, and see if they are worth the risk. More people die waiting for surgery than actually die during or from surgery. Anyways, hope that helps a little, good luck, I'm sure you'll do wonderfully!

Nancy, I know just how you are feeling. My surgery is scheduled for Jan 27 and I can hardly wait. Right now I am waiting for insurance approval, that is also very hard to do. Good luck and enjoy the holiday season. marcy