Too bad we can't get to OH from our hospital room... I imagine in the future internet connections in the hospital rooms will be like TV and the telephone are now. I will really miss this board, and my hubbie could read the posts to me... it would be like having all of you in my room Thanks for cheers, I will remember that as I take my first walk in LOSERVILLE Almost a loser, Barbara Anne

My day is tomorrow to! I actually am working today - figured it would help pass the time and I would not be so tempted to eat! Tonight my angel is coming to town and I am going to go talk to some people and make sure everything is straight with them. I also am going to take some time for myself to pray and meditate to make sure everything is alright with God. I am sure I will not sleep much either - but Hey - we can sleep most of the day tomorrow! I am looking foward to getting up and walking tomorrow and i heard that first cup of ice chips is just heavenly!! Good luck to everyone this month!

Greetings surgery mates, How you preparing for your big day???? My surgery is tomorrow Aug 1. I keep holding my breath and have to remind myself to breathe. I havent packed my bag yet, so I will do that soon. I bought all sorts of travel toileties. I plan to pack a chapstick, robe, blanket, pillow, cd player, headphones, comfy sweats, sports bra, and socks with rubber bottoms. Am I missing anything??? I will probably go for a long drive to occupy my mind and kill some time. I hope I will get some sleep tonight! Its not likely, but one can hope. ~Holly

Hi Jan! I never really liked August.... the back to school grind.... fall is really coming and then ...winter... [shiver]. BUT now I think AUGUST will be my favorite month after Christmas {Jesus Birthday} and Easter { His resurection} Congratulations on your soon to be moving to Loserville ! From one Almost Loser to Another, hugs, Barbara

This is Barbara Wednesday August 2, 2006 is the First Day of my NEW LIFE! I already posted what I have been doing, but I never thought of a picture of my son, or a book to read so Thanks to those who posted those things. uuummmm in my suitcase I have slippers, Big Undies, they said that I might want bigger than usual as the site can be quite sensitive. Also I bought two tops that have built in shelf type bras ---I just can't handle totally bra-less- again for comfort. Toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, and pads.... my hospital said most women get their period immediately after surgery, and I want my extra super longs with wings Today I am eating (a little bit) of my last favorite foods for a while. It really isn't a sad goodbye.... more of a 'I am affirming that this is my choice ' goodbye. [pretend their chugging diet root beer] I KNOW I want to do this..... I KNOW I am making the best possible choice for ME and for my Future Well Being. Three cheers for the August 2006 OH Losers great big Hugs, Barbara