STARTING THE FAST!!!

Well folks it is almost down to the final 48 hours. I go into St Francis on Monday. Am I nervous? YES! Scared? of course! Happy? Excited? Yes and Yes.... I guess that I just need to know that I can handle all of the changes that are going to happen. Like some of you, my life is alwauys about food. Depressed...eat Happy....eat sad....eat Bored.....eat driving.....eat you get the picture.... I know that everyone says that exercise will replace some of this down time. But will it for me? I know I'll be ok. Thanks for being there.... Think happy thoughts for me on Monday. Gary

Wow congrats on your big day I pray you have a successful surgery and a speedy recovery.You will do fine.Hang in there ok.I'm 10 months out and I still don't eat that much and sometimes I got to remind myself to eat,lol.You need anything just give me a yell ok,I'm here for you.Take care my friend,your friend bonnie

Gary, All your thoughts are so normal. We have all been there. It will always be a struggle for ways to replace the eating. Just yell if you need someone to talk to. Someone on this board will understand exactly what you are going through and be there to help. Good luck on Monday. Ellen

Congrats on getting to where you are. I had all these same thoughts just a week ago (and less) and while I don't know all the answers yet, I feel very peaceful about my decision to take this journey. Still, you wouldn't believe how many posts I've read since I got home on Thursday, just to keep in touch with others who know what I'm going through. Good luck on the fast. I'll keep you in my thoughts & prayers on Monday. BTW, I was in the 4th floor ICU at St. Francis & the staff was awesome. It's also nice to have that private room! Love & peace, Fran

Hi Gary, You're coming down the home stretch! All your concerns are very normal and it's a good sign that you are concerned about this stuff, it shows you are THINKING...not only thinking but realistic about the changes you are about to make. It's an ever changing journey inside your head. You know what you wanted to do, you made the decision to go for it and now here you are! Stay focused and get ready for the adventure of your life! You are gonna be just fine..yay! Linda

Gary, I want you to feel at ease. I don't beleive you can get better care anywhere than the care provided to me by the St. Francis staff. Truly wonderful nurses. I wish you the best of luck. Scott