To all of my november buddies

I am almost ready to go for RNY surgery on Jan 15. I just had an appt today with the cardiologist for cardiac clearance. the EKG, came out fine, my heart "sounds" good, and I just have to have a stress test on Jan 5th and if that goes well, I will be cleared for surgery and ready to roll. I just got a little scared today when the cardiologist said to me that because of my medical history/co morbidities that I have right now, they have to be very careful with me. That just was a very tender and serious moment. I do have type 2 diabetes with neuropathy (nerve pain), high blood pressure, high cholestrol and I have been a smoker for 35 years. Even though I quit exactly a month ago, I am still at a high risk for heart disease, or a stroke or worse.My own mother suffered with cardio-vascular disease for many years, and just passed away from it only last October at the age of only 70...I have alot of risk factors. Hearing this kind, gentle, and intelligent professional Heart Doctor, speak to me in such a manner, made me feel so vulnerable. Wow........and I thought I was so strong and courageous. Well strong and courageous is not enough. I now more than ever want to get healthy. I mean really healthy and strong, and to live my life to the fullest. I sense in my heart of hearts I will do fine on the stress test. I am just so grateful, I have a chance to reverse all these diseases I have aquired thru becoming morbidly obese,...now God has given me a wonderful team of doctors to help me out of the mess I find myself in. thanks for listening. I just needed to get this off my chest. And if you have time, please say a prayer for me. It would mean the world to me. You could go to my profile and add a word to my surgery page, that would be lovely of you. May your new year be the best year of your life. God bless you all and your loved ones, with peace, joy, good health, and most of all Love Cissy

Cissy, Congrats on being one month smoke free... That is a big deal... I know how hard it is.. I am 5-1/2 years smoke free. I still have days that I want just "one", but I don't. Anyway, you will do just fine, you have such a great attitude toward it all. Keep up the good work with the no smoking... Keep us posted.... Shawn M.

Cissy - Lots of loving prayers your way! Congrats on quiting smoking and getting the GREEN light to go ahead with your surgery. Before you knwo it you will be on the losers bench with us ... We are savingh you a seat! Hugs and PRAYERS! Britt

Cissy, I know you will feel so much better once you are done with surgery. A lot of your ailments will probably go away, and life will be better. Congratulations on getting over that huge hurdle of quitting smoking. You have alot to be proud of. This is alot of change in a short period of time. It will be worth it. Hugs and prayers to you for a smooth surgery and speedy, uncomplicated recovery.

Cissy, Don't underestimate the power of positive thinking. Keep up the great attitude and you'll be fine. Of course it goes without saying we'll all send you positive vibes! Happy new year to you too! Donna