wow this is so awesome!!!!

I went thru the same emotions as u are now..wondering if it is the right thing..i think most ppl go thru it and it is normal feelings...we are scared and a little nervous about the whole thing...good luck..u will be fine...i asked u to add me as a friend aloha

 Good luck Barb... I know you're leaving tonite.  I'll be thinking of you tomorrow and know you'll be in wonderful hands.  I'll stop by and see you on Thursday after my fill.   

Aloha Leesah-

I can honestly say that I was just the opposite. My surgery date couldn't come soon enough! I was SO ready. I had no doubts. I did the math on what it would take for me to lose what I needed to lose at my age and weight. There was no way I was going to do it. I was beyond diet and exercise. Heck, exercise wasn't even in my vocabulary at that point! It was too much of a strain to do efficiently or effectively.

I needed a REAL tool to make my weight loss a reality. No pills, fads, or gimmicks. I was serious. I was so frustrated mentally I didn't know what else to do. I also know that I am a "results oriented" person. I need to see results right away or I give up. Without the rapid weight loss, I would get discouraged and give up.

I never looked back once I made up my mind. I chose my doctor and I chose the type of surgery I wanted. My insurance wouldn't pay because I was going outside Hawaii, but I didn't let that stop me. I knew what I needed/wanted and followed that dream.

I cannot tell you how happy I am with my life now and the decisions I made this past year. I live a "normal" life looking like a "normal" person. A year ago, I hated myself... yes, hated.... a really strong word, but that is exactly how I felt.

I feel you need to find peace within yourself. If you read my bio, you'll see how strongly I believe in the power of positive energy. I feel it is key to success with anything... especially our health. I hope you find your inner strength to proceed along the path that takes you to your happiness. I don't know what procedure you're having, but learn everything you can about it and also about all the options. Learn what your life will be like afterward and be sure you're willing to commit to it and believe in it for the rest of your life. It really is a life changing event and should not be taken lightly. It is good that you are thinking!!!! You should be. Now is the time to prepare. You will know if and when you are ready. There will be nothing to be afraid of.

I wish you much success on your journey and I wish you happiness most of all.
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