surgery switched to Dec 16 instead of Dec 8

Surgery is set for the 16th with Dr Sunby at St Marys clinic in Madison. I still having mixed emotions every minute of every day, am I doing the right thing??? I really hope so, I am so darn tired of wearing tight jeans and having to wear layers of clothes to hid me fat. Amy

Hi Amy, I'm also having LAP-RNY on Dec 16th. Personally I feel I would never be here if I didn't recognize the need for this surgery. Yes, I think an emotional roller coaster just before surgery is normal. But weight the odds. I'm dying every minute of every day because of weight related issues. I have an opportunity to change those facts and look forward to a healthier, happier future. I try to keep a positive attitude and know my decision is the right decision for me. I wish you the best of luck with your surgery. Keep us posted to your success. The best to you. JS

Hi Amy, I'm having surgery Dec. 16 too, and I get more nervous each day, especially since I found out I might now be too heavy to have it done laparoscopically. I've been having a little trouble with food lately -- like, I want it all! lol! And I've gained five pounds instead of losing five pounds like my surgeon asked me to do! I can't bear the thought that I will have to have an open surgery. It scares the heck out of me because I've had abdominal surgery before and it is not fun. I think second, third, fourth, etc. thoughts are extremely normal in our situation. But I personally have never met anyone in person or online who says they wouldn't do it again in a heartbeat. They are reaping so many rewards, not only physically, but mentally with their self-esteem and socially, not being uneasy or afraid to be out in public anymore. We are doing this to stay alive, first of all, but also to dramatically improve our quality of life. I am in the process of making a list of things that I am looking forward to happening when I start losing weight -- not having to use the seat belt extender in my car anymore, feeling comfortable in the skinny-ass chairs in the meeting room at work, even just fitting into the clothes I wore at this time last year -- and when I start doubting my decision to have surgery, I will look at this list. I have to add, too, that it's nice to know a fellow Cheesehead will be having surgery the same day as me. I grew up in Wisconsin Rapids and lived in Wisconsin my whole life until I moved to South Dakota a year ago. Good luck on the 16th! We'll do just fine! Kariann

I'm also having surgery on the 16th and I'm on the same emotional rollercoaster. I just trust in God to help me and take care of me. I know exactly what you mean about the clothes, I will just be happy to wear something that isn't stretch pants or sweats. I'll prayer for you, good luck.Jen