SOOOO very nervous

I was originally scheduled for 1/10 - tomorrow - but was rescheduled for Friday, 1/15. So - I have an additional 5 days to be nervous. I understand how you feel - I just keep reading the messages others have posted and telling myself that if they can do it, so can I. My 30 yr old daughter fights anorexic tendencies, so she finds it very difficult to understand why I had to resort to such drastic measures. Thankfully, she is supportive, has accepted my decision, and will be at the hospital for me. All of us who are on this journey have prayers going up for each other - and aren't we fortunate to have this site to connect us! It is certainly a comfort. Carol

Meeeeee tooooo! I am counting down the days but because of this website, thanks to everyone here I am feeling very optimistic, for now, lol. I am ready to do this and with the 24th would come real soon now!! At first the wait was fine with me now its just gettin on my nerves, I am sure I will feel different when my week comes. I also have ben making all my arrangements, motel for my hubby and kids for a couple of days since my surgery is an hour away and at 7am in the morning!! I dont want to have to do the drive that early so we are going up the night before. I also have bought a 18pack of sugar-free jello, a case of water, and some broth since that will be my diet for a bit. So anyways I am rambling but just wanted you to know I am cruising in the same boat as all of you. I will pray for you all and hope you will pray for mine!! *****Big Hugs************ Christi

Hi, I feel like you are reading my mind all but the hotel room. I also have four kids that will be at home. I keep wondering if I have everything in order for them to survive without me for a few days and all. My nerves are gettting the better of me right now. Truely if it wasn't for this site I wouldn't have anyone that I could post my questions too. Seems like no one around me knows what I have been going threw. I thank God for everyone on this site and for all the help that they have given me threw my journey to this point. I wish you the best of luck and I will pray that you have a safe and speedy recovery. Take care and God Bless.

Hi just wanted to let you know that I am nervous as hell and almost backed out tonight. I'm going in this afternoon. I am still up but need to get some sleep. Just know your being thought about! Good luck to you... Marti

Heather: I just read your post and can I tell you/ you are not the only one. I am a mother of two and when my youngest came in and told me he liked me just the way I am... I was mortified asking myself if I am doing the right thing. I find comfort in the fact that if I don't do something they still may not have me around. My family (both sides) has heart disease and I am already seeing some tale tale signs so yes...WE are doing the right thing and they are gonna be so proud of us afterwards. Good Luck and yes I understand and I am praying for you as well.

I'm scheduled for January 24, and I am scared as well. I guess we're all normal. I know God is in control of my life and I feel secure knowing that, but I let the fear creep in at times and since I'm so close to surgery now I feel like my emotions are out of control at times. My daughter and only natural child will be turning 16 on January 20 so that has me a little frazzled too. I wish you all the best of luck and God Bless!