Okie dokie, I'm scared to...

Okie dokie, I'm scared to death! Don't know how to say it any clearer! My date for being "reborn" is May 25th. My stomach is burning (my upper GI was fine) and I know it's nothing more than stress. I've put it in God's hands. Please say a prayer or send a vibe my way on 5/25. Thanks, you've all been an inspiration.

Debby- You are going to be just fine. My surgery is on May 24th. I was first having time creep by me waiting, with all the nervousness, and being terrified all at once. Since the 13th my mind has been forced to deal with a sinus infection. The fear of having to reschedule just loomed over me. Well, I just got back from my primary doc and he has kept me on the amoxicillin and added Z-Pak, cough medicine, singulair, and gave me a shot! So here I sit now thinking if this doesn't work, holy cow! Also the time has flown by since then, lol. Just think only a week left to go. I will keep you in my prayers for a successful surgery and speedy recovery, I am scared to but let's just think we will have our lives back and be healthy. Take care and if you need to talk please email me, it feels great to talk to everyone on how we are feeling.- Melissa

Hey Melissa, Thanks for your words of inspiration. It really does help to email all these wonderful people. Sounds like your doctor gave you medication that would fix you quickly so you'll be over the infection by the 24th. Have confidence, you'll be good as new by next week. Wishing you days of feeling better and surgery & recovery with no complications and my prayers are coming your way too. Debby

Debby- Thank you so much for your prayers it means alot to me. I can't wait to reach the losing side and have you there right along with me. I'll keep you in my prayers too hun. Take care and God bless.- Melissa

Hi Debby I am also having the surgery on the 25th. I am also nervous ONe week left and counting. I am having the "open" surgery and I know that takes a longer time to recover. I understand 110% that you are stressing right now. I am trying to keep myself busy. What time is your surgery? Well on that day I will be "holding" your hand while we do this together!!!! I know God has wonderful plans for both of us. We are fortunate that we have gotten this far, and there is another journey waiting for us on the other side!!!! Take a deep breath and I am looking foward to this weekend to enjoy my last big meal :ha ha: God Bless you and keep in touch. Let me know how you are feeling.

Oh, thank you for replying! Ok, we'll be holding each others hand on the 25th. My surgery will be about 12:30 pm and also is open. How about yours? I'm told the incision is only about 3 inches long. I know the rewards will be great. I've been heavy all my life and it's taken a great toll on my legs & knees. I'm not thinking about the cosmetic aspect of it, I just want to feel better and be able to walk like a normal person again. You hang in there too and keep in touch. My prayers will be flowing your way also. So many wonderful people have responded and I really appreciate it.

I just got home from the hospital yesterday....surgery was friday. Keep breathing...it's a big deal, but just go through it one moment at a time, and get as much support as possible. It's not the easiest, but it's worth it. JC Lap RNY May 14, 2004

im saying a prayer for you, i had surgery on may 10, and i was sooooo scared, i really thought i was gonna back out at the last minute but things went smooth and im doing really great. you will do great. april malone

Debby, I understand you totally. I had lap band surgery on 5/13. A whole week b4 then I was so scared. I have had 2 surgeries before and never thought about it. This time I kept on thinking I won't wake up. Then I reasoned there is really nothing I can do if I did not want to back off except pray. I have real bad arthritic knee pain and that was my motivation. I had to get the weight off the knee. I prayed so much. The day before surgery I started feeling at peace. The day of surgery I was completely okey. I am praying for you and I know you will be okey. Just think of the positive side of this life changing surgery. Think of the reasons you chose to do the surgery. God bless you. You will be okey. Fran

Debby, I am also having my surgery tomorrow. I have been scared, anxious, excited and a million other emotions! I know that we will both be soooooo glad when it is over. It is always the waiting that is hard. I wish you all the best!