Three days to my new life

I'm so excited because I have waited almost two years to reach this point. These last two weeks have really made me aware of the seriousness of what I'm about to do. Still not nervous yet. I'm keeping a very positive attitude and am sharing my joy with everyone who will listen.

I'm at peace with my WLS surgery too. (same day as yours) I pray that we both have a positive experience on Tuesday, and that it really will be the beginning of a new way of living for both of us. blessings, lynnie

ya! im not the least bit nervous either! I think its because its so unreal that it's acually going to be finally happening! Good luck on your surgery day both of you!!!!!!!!!!! ~Amy pre-op DS 11-5-04

i don't feel nervous either. yet. i have a feeling that while i am waiting to be wheeled in, it will hit me. i have never had any kind of surgery so this is a big first for me. right now i just feel anxious to get to the day. but i do know i am excited that it is happening. and can't wait to be on the other side, at home again and healed. good luck to all kelly

Now it's only 2 days! I also am 11/2/04. I only started researching, planning and hoping for this surgery after my PCP mentioned it to me June 22 (a little over 4 months ago) so it's been quite a swift and exciting ride so far. I've been thinking about words / messages I could write to my family, but am hesitant to do that, because I don't really feel that it will be necessary. God wouldn't have led me so easily to this point of having the surgery, if I weren't going to survive it. While getting out fall / winter clothes, I was thinking about giving away all the summer stuff, because I won't need it ever again. Then I experienced a niggling fear, the what if -- it doesn't work, and I don't get smaller, and I will still need those huge clothes next summer, now after I've told everyone that I'm having the surgery -- another weight loss failure. That is my biggest fear. Thanks for listening, Susan

I experienced the exact same thing. I started the process in July, was approved in August and could have had surgery in late October. I have really prayed about it also and I have faith that all will be okay. On the other hand, I would have not to leave something in writing for my children since they are so very young (3, 5, 7). Shoot, now I am getting misty. (Good old PMS combined with pre-op jitters!) I am not going to begn to worry because I have prayed and I know God answers prayers. Carol lap RNY 11-5-04

Susan you have got to think good thoughts. You didn't come this far to fail. You are going to be a thinner you and will never need those big clothes again. I have packed my summer stuff away. I will give them away next year and I will give away my Fall and Winter stuff as soon as I can figure out who to give them too. I know a few ladys that would benefit from them. Remember to think positive. Look at the before and after pictures of previous losers. They are very encouraging. God bless you.