It's the weirdest thing, after I finish eating and sometimes during eating my cheeks get very flush/red.  People keep commenting on it, asking if I feel ok, etc. and other then the redness not much else happens.  Sometimes I feel nauscious with it but not everytime.  I look like Santa Clause lol

So glad to hear you're feeling better and YAY on the loss!!  Keep up the good work.

Best of luck, let's us know when it all over and done with.  We'll be here to dole out advice!! LOL

I think we are all scared at one point or another.  Just remember why you are doing this.......to get healthy!  The risks aren't any greater than with any other type of surgery.  If you know that the surgery will help you, just do all your research, ask a bunch of questions, and learn everything that you can.  Knowledge will help calm some of your fears...........there are plenty of wonderful people on here who have walked in your shoes and know how you are feeling (I'm one of them!)  We'll do our best to answer your questions.
Dr L is great....as is his staff. 
I am over 2 years out from the lap RNY with Dr Loggins and I wouldn't go back for ANYTHING!  It's worth it............at least in my opinion!
Keep investigating........join us for support group meetings, too, if you'd like.  There are usually some post-op people at the meetings who can help with your questions and fears too..........just gotta ask the questions......
Be strong if this is what you want and need..........you can do it!
Keep us posted!
Ruth

My surgery date is scheduled for this coming monday. I am scared out of my mind, but also excited at the same time. I can't help but worry about the diet stages going into this because I am ALWAYS hungry. I can not image that I am not going to be hungry or that protien drinks are going to fill me up. Pain is the thing i am affraid of most, I do not want to be in a lot of pain. any advise I just want to  have this with no complications EVER