Just discovered this forum and thought I would stop by and say hello to everyone! I am scheduled to have surgery on the 19th of this month. I am very excited yet very nervous. I struggle w/ aniexty and heart palpitations so I am trying my best to keep my head high and relax. I am glad that I found this forum because now I feel like I can connect w/ those that are having the surgery close to mine. So it does make me feel better. I love friends so please feel free to send me a friend request.

I feel like I have been waiting for this all year... and finally, its here! I am doing my 2 liquid meal replacements for breakfast and lunch, and a dinner with unlimited green veggies, 4-6oz of protein, and 4 oz of grain. I am impressed that I actually get a sensible meal each day pre-op! I worked out today too, and my energy level is still really good- I was nervous about this, but I'm really happy that I'm not starving or feeling shaky.

The countdown has officially begun! Wish me luck that the next 14 days breeze by!

ok, my mom keeps telling me to change my date of surgery to after the 22nd.she keeps saying know one will be available to help you. I asked the dr office over and over they inssured me they would be there to take care of me. i cannot imagine I am the only one out there who is or has had this surgery before a holiday and ended up ok. I pray to God all goes well everyday because I am nervous but not because of the day. Anyone else have the same issue?

Glad you're doing well. I wish I could get rid of the gas and left side pain already.  I've been waiting to weigh until my 1 week follow up on Thursday. I am excited to see the results. 

Kim, congratulations on your big day. You'll do great!