4 days!

Hey everyone, Well, it's exactly 3 days until I leave for Little Rock. I have all of my pre-op testing on Thursday. Then I have to be at Baptist at 5:30 Friday morning. I'm ready to have this over with. I have been going through a TON of the before and after photos just trying to imagine what I'll look like soon. I'm still nervous though. Just the thought of leaving my babies up here while I go to Little Rock, brings tears to my eyes. I guess all of these emotions that I have going through me right now are normal? I think Iwill go make a list of stuff to take to the hospital. If anyone has any suggestions please let me know. Thanks, Melissa

Hi Melissa! I was just thinking of you and I brought up this site and here you are...at the top of the message board! Friday is the day! I am so happy for you. I know this must be a very emotional time, but just think, this time next week, you will be on the other side....the "losing" side. You are going to be just fine. I am still praying for you and I know others are too. Please keep us updated on your recovery and remember? I want all the details. I'll check with you tomorrow---Hang in there! (Holding your hand), Charlene

Hi Charlene, Thanks for your support. We leave tomorrow morning, so this will probably be the last time I'm on here. I will be sure and try to post my whole experience next week. I know that it would be much easier if I knew EXACTLY what was going to happen in the next few days. I guess I can chalk that up to the fear of the unknown. Anyway, I'll try to remember everything, and if I don't mention something just ask because I probably just forgot. Okay, I gotta go pack that bag! Melissa

YOU GO GIRL!!!!

Hi Melissa! You are so normal, cause I'm doing the same thing. I was reading your profile and it's strange how similar we are. My b-day is Dec 6, and I'll be 31 also.....I have kids...Dr. Gibbs doing surg at Baptist Hosp.....my surg is dec 13. Weird the way the world works sometimes. Keep in touch, we'll be praying for you. Kristie

Hi Kristie, That is kind of funny how similar our profiles are. Were you in the siminar on Sept. 30th? Like I was telling Charlene, I try to tell you guys everything. But ask questions too, because I know that I'll forget to tell ya something. Melissa

We all will be praying for you. I remember the anticipation and it's natural to be a little scared but let me tell you, if anyone had ever told me I would have recuperated and done as well as I have, I would never have believed them. There have been some rough times but they are too few to mention and when I step on the scales it's all been worth it. Take care, pray and remember to be determined to get up, walk and sip your water. Keep us posted. Glenn Gay Springdale 5/26/04 Lap RNY

Hi Glenn, Thanks for the encouragement. I can't wait until I'm several months and can give advice also. I'll probably be needing some more advice in the weeks to come, so be prepared! Thanks for the prayers. Melissa