HELP I'm sooooo nervous

This has been a roller coaster week again. Crying and excited my surgery is on the 26th and I've done nothing but cry. My youngest son keepssaying don't do it don't do it. My husband says everything will be fine. So how did those of you get over the guilt perhaps of doing this, especially those with younger children. Thanks

Leslea: If you weren't a mess right about now- there would be something wrong with you! This is major surgery and your life will change forever. I am a single parent to an 11year old- I had a few melt downs before surgery because I was so scared about how his life would be if I didn't make it. That is part of being a good parent. My advice to you is to try not to get too emotional around your kids- you don't want them freaked out. And then take some time by yourself to look at all the reasons this is the right decision for you- once I did that- I felt a sense of calm come over me that lasted up through the morning of my surgery. Is was very hard to say goodbye to my son that morning- but I kept reminding myself that I was doing the right thing for me and that God would take care of everything for me and my son. I hope this helps! Good luck on the 26th! Michelle

Thank you Michelle. It does. That was a courageous thing being a single parent and all. I do have a wonderful family that is sticking beside me. Your right I do try to be under control around my boys. I was very calm it's just this week, I guess. I have talked to the boys teachers and the school counselor just so they know what is going on. The school is wonderful where they go and they are very caring so I am lucky there as well. Thank you again for the encouragement.

This is the hardest part! You will do great! I will pray to give your family comfort. Once the surgery part is behind you, you will become a stronger healthier mother, wife, and friend. That is important! This way you are gaining more quality of life. Think Positive!!! Promote positive thinking... My father came to my hospital room the day of my surgery. He told me to get up and come home or I would die. I just laughed at him. I am glad that I had my surgery and so will you.........