Getting nervous, can't sleep

Hi all, I've been reading posts and finding info on this site for months, but never felt the need to post. Now my surgery date is near (November 16) and I'm excited, but getting somewhat nervous, as well. Mood swings are pretty wild, I'll cry at just about anything. Today I decided I can'****ch the news again till after this is all over. (OK, perhaps some of it is this menopause thing, but certainly the emotions have stepped up a notch this past week) And all of a sudden I'm feeling a need to connect with people who have gone through or are about to go through a similar experience. So give me a shout out anyone who cares to - I'd really appreciate the support. Thanks, Diana

Nah I don't think that it is a menopause thing... Trust me. I am starting to get rather emotional as well about the whole thing since my date is approching as well (november 15th). It's nerve racking. Ever since I found out that I was going to have the surgery, I have been on emotional roller coaster. Mostly happy but crying at times. sometimes because I can't believe that I am actually getting it done and others because I know that I am going to wake up one day and have a new life. But I have been having dreams about it too. and they will wake me out of a dead sleep. But the one thing that I keep reminding myself all the pain and suffering and everything that we are going to be going through after this surgery is going to be all worth it! And I don't know about you but I am looking forward to it! ~Melody

Hi and welcome to the board Diana.... I was like you way back in the beginning... just read for about a month or two before I finally posted... This board has been a great resource for information and friendships... Hey we are surgery buddies... My surgery was supposed to be the 27th but it got bumped up the other day. I am so with you on the flood of emotions. I am so on a rollercoaster ride of emotions since my surgery got bumped up. Best of Luck to you. Shawn M

We're in the same boat. My surgery is scheduled for November 14th and I'm a mess. I randomly cry. When I'm not crying, I'm usually a complete ***** I will snap for no reason. I believe it's normal - of at least that's what everyone is telling me. It's like hormones are out of control or something. Do you have trouble concentrating? Like you, I never posted on here. Now I can't get enough. I guess we just want to get a better idea of "life on the other side" (aka the losing side). It's right around the corner! Best of luck with your surgery!

Hi Diana, My date is 11/15 and I'm finding ways to keep me sane. I am thankful for my job, which is TOTALLY crazy busy right now. Makes the day go by fast and I'm usually not thinking too much of the surgery. I'm lucky so far in that I haven't had the mood swings, though I do catch myself being a pit impatient with my kids from time to time. Why do you think you shouldn'****ch the news? Hang in there! It won't be long.

Hi Diana, Congrats on your date and Welcome to the November board !! I was thinking the same thing about the menopause..... Mine's on the 29th and I've been having trouble sleeping. So I've been doing most of my posting at night.... so if I confuse anyone ..sorry LOL !! It's just around the corner Diana, so the crazies wont last much longer!! Huggs & Blessings, Lori

Hi Diana! I'm having surgery on November 17th and I hear ya about being excited and nervous! I can't wait to just get it over with and start my new healthy life. It seems like my mind is running a thousand miles a minute trying to get things done and make sure all is well before the big day! I think this board will be an awesome support for all of us soon-to-be "losers!!!" Take care!! Tasha :dance:

Diana... I have surgery on the 13th and I'm very emotional. I thought it was because I was totally stressed out with the purchase and moving into my new home right at the same time I have surgery scheduled but I think it's not. I am becoming an insomniac and I'm always nervous...I always have to be moving...if it's not my mouth, it's my leg shaking, if it's not that then I need to be walking somewhere. =) I try to convince myself of anything to not go through with the surgery and I pick on the hubby because I'm groucy. Oh...and I get really bad headaches every day. Geezz...that's turned into a whole soapbox session...sorry...lol. But I feel your pain. I just hope this goes away soon because I don't know how long the hubby can deal with me ranting and raving all day.