Am I crazy?

Alright, here's my dilemma. I'm getting absolutely no support or encouragement from anyone except my children. Even family members are trying to talk me out of surgery which is scheduled for next Tuesday. My nutritionist says I'm an excellent candidate and his best patient for WLS because of my understanding, desire, and knowledge. Even the doctor likes me and I have virtually 0% chance of complications because of my excellent health. Because I'll be in a hospital an hour from home, I know I won't have visitors and I've accepted that. I've been alone on this journey anyway. In a year jaws will be dropping of these people that are not supporting me, right? Remind me again that I won't regret this and even though the first month will be hard, I'll be so glad I did it. In other words, pump me up and get me back on the excitement track! Karel

... you aren't crazy for wanting to save your life and change your life ! Not everyone understand this very personal journey we are going through. If they don't, simply accept that and keep moving forward. You have many angels here to support and encourage you in your decision. Keep your chin up and keep smiling!

I have been feeling the same way. I feel like I have no support. My hubby says he is supportive but doesn't provide any help. My daughter who is a physician says she's supportive but will not talk to me about it and not give me feedback about the surgery even though she has referred patients for it. My GP who has been asking me to get the surgery for two years now says he won't sign a letter until he gets the psychological. My gastro doctor says that he is against the surgery and is talking about me needing to go to OA. I just want to scream. What is it that people are against? Meg

Hi Karel You are not crazy @ all. This is a big step & it makes it difficult not to have everyone behind you. More than likely the ones that are hesitant are just worried & don't understand the whole concept. I had a tough time with some of the people in my family as well. No one "gets it" unless they are living it. You are making an important decision for your future & your health. Try to stay positive & just remember in no time you will be up & feeling wonderful Best of luck to you & God bless Angel

Karel, Do you want inspiration? Go to the "Before and After" pictures and vision yourself being there this time next year. Whenever the thought crosses my mind of "should I or shouldn't I" I take a trip down "Picture Lane" and hope and pray that I will get approved for my surgery so I can become a healthier and slimmer me just like those in the pictures . I get so pumped up just by reading the profiles and looking at the pictures. Noone knows what I am going through by carrying all this weight and now a chance offers itself that I don't have to carry it any longer. Yes, WLS excites me and motivates me so much that it drives me crazy. I can hardly wait!!

Karel: I was denied twice and was just expecting to HAVE to try to do this myself. Then, out of the blue, my surgeon's office called and said I got approved. When I told my family, they were less than supportive. I was in pretty good health (no major issues) and I had been losing some weight on my own and they were convinced that I just needed to keep on doing what I was doing and not have the surgery. Having never had surgery or even been in the hospital, it was tough for me. But, I did it. I have lost 67 pounds since my surgery and a total now of 117 pounds. I feel fine and I just had my 3 mo. post-op appt and my labs were good and I've had no major issues. Christy 336/219/140