A Few Days to Go and I am scared

I have surgery on the 8th only 4 1/2 days to go, I am getting really scared, like should I call my friends and family and say goodbye, or will I come out okay and then be the only person that gains lbs. yet again ,even with wls Am I going or did anyone else feel that way too!! thanks and bye for now

Linda don't worry about saying goodbye........SAY HELLO TO A NEW YOU! My surgery is on Jan 6th so I know how you are feeling......I am sure you are going to do just wonderful! Good luck to you with your journey and God Bless........Hang in there you CAN DO IT!

Good Luck to you, I will keep you in my thoughts for a speedy and losing recovery!

Hi Linda, What you are feeling is normal. I was a basketcase weeks before my surgery. Then I meditated/prayed and then I was calm for the last two weeks before. But then I woke up the morning of surgery and I cried my eyes out saying goodbye to my mom and the rest of my family. I was a basketcase. I was worst when I got the hospital. All I did was cry off and on till they knocked me out. Anyways sorry for rambling on.. but you will be just fine. Don' t say goodbye... say see ya later, and then believe that you will see them later. I will be thinking of you in the days to come. Please keep me posted on how u r doing. Good luck and Big Big Hugs!! Marian

I guess because I was on hold for 2 weeks, then the approval with9 days to go, got me more nervous I fell excited and nervous, but thanks for the encouragement and will keep you posted!

You're not alone... I have only two more days till my wls, and I have had some of the same emotions. I refuse to say goodbye or write a final letter to my family and friends. mind over matter! I will wake up , sore, but healthier. Keep up the positive thoughts. My theory.. for every one negative thought.. come up with two positive thoughts. Take care... terri

You are right Teri, by this time next week, we both will be home and starting a new thinner, healthy life. New Beginings!

Hi Linda, Take a deep breath and practice some relaxation techniques. You will be just fine. I have had numerous surgeries and this was the most extensive one. I was prepared only because I have gone through so many surgeries. My gastric bypass made the 7th surgery and the hardest I had to face. I kept telling myself that I was going to have a new me and that is what I focused on. I couldn't wait to get it over with. I haven't gained anything since I have had my surgery. I watch very closely what I eat and make sure I don't over induldge!! I actually forget to eat sometimes which is worse than eating what your supposed to. The only problem I ran into with this surgery is I now deal with very low blood sugar. Other than that my life is pretty normal. So relax and keep confident things will go fine. Toni Parks

Thank you , and you look great, the before and after amaze me all the time.

Thanks Linda, I have worked very hard for it and continue dieting all the time. You will be happy your getting it done. You will be able to see the same change in yourself as others will be amazed with you. God bless and good luck my prayers are with you.