September 5th!! YEICHS!! I am happy but nervous

I am so very excited that September 5th is just around the corner, but I also am a bit nervous and crazy thoughts in my head( what if I screw this "dieting" up too?, what if ....what if...what if!! Did anyone feel this way too?

First of all COngrats on your date!! Right around the corner for you. Don't feel alone. I got my date - it's Sept 20th and I was worried and depressed when I should be happy. I think it is the anxiety that comes with this major life changing surgery. I worry often about messing up this diet too. I know this is my last chance. I have done everything and the thought of failing this too is just too much for me to think about. I really worry about that. SO I guess it must be a common worry. But, I truly believe this is the BEST chance we have. I think the key is to follow the rules (duh) , but also to stay involved with some sort of support group or something. I think we need the constant support to get us through this. Good luck and keepme posted>

Sharon: Thank you for your encouraging words. Congratulations to you as well! I know we are supposed to be happy and excited and I agree the support groups are the key to keep on track. I think this website is great for ongoing support as well. I am preparing myself my trying to break old habbits prior to surgery instead of the say I return home. I sort of feel that this is our yellow brick road....if you know what I mean. I will keep you posted. You too...keep me posted.

I hear ya! I'm right behind ya with September 7th. Just think, this time it's not just a diet, because there are re-inforcements in place. lol When we mess up, we will know it I'm sure. This time there will be immediate consequences...not just a gradual reflection change in the mirror. Congrats to us as we start this new journey! Here's to our soon to be new found energy and zest for life! ~*Debbie*~

September 5th here as well. I am scared and happy. I feel absolutely insane. DIET! What a nightmare. I think I can do it. I'll keep you in my thought. GOOD LUCK! :-)