Thanks, Kristin. I thought I was the only one who was either a big baby or had zero pain tolerance. I am taking it easy and managing the water and protein really well, so am hopeful that this will turn around soon! Had mine Monday the 5th!

I felt the exact same way. My surgery was wednesday and I came home today! As soon as my head cleared, my first thought was What DID I DO? I saw the panic on my son's face when he saw me that first night but 24 hours makes a world of difference and the next day he said, surprisingly, "you look great,Mom". I had a bit of trouble but my doubts passed with the first step on the scale today and my reminding myself of the goals I want to achieve... I wish you all the best. Please let me know how you do! I am rooting for you

Thanks so much for your response, It helps to know that I am not the only one experiancing all this emotion, Good Luck with you WLS.

Hi Jackie, I will be praying for you.......Good luck and enjoy the ride my friend....my surgery is the 28th of May..........God Bless....Jill

Dear Donna, You may be experiencing the full and complete range of emotions regarding your up coming, life changing event! Excitment, fear, sadness, loss, anger, joy! I just had my surgery (lap band) this past friday and do understand how you feel. My identity has been so connected to food. When I woke up this morning, I felt sadness- It is mothers day- I can speak with my mom and my children. I am sad over the events that historically, for my family, revolved around food. Where will we eat? What time?? It goes on. Mothers day brunch! Well, I did acknowledge this Passage, allowed myself to feel sad, but did try to put things into perspective. I know that now, because of my focus on weight and health, I will not only have at least 40 more mothers days, but I will be able to cross my legs!! Allow yourself to feel the gamut of emotions, acknowledge them and then let them go. Only Great things will happen. I wish you luck! You nare not alone. Barrie