Second Thoughts

Here I go again with these second thoughts. It's like one minute I think I want to change my mind because of all the negatives like gas, hair loss, saggy skin, etc. and then the next minute I want the surgery date to hurry and get here. Why am I so mixed up??? Does this mean I'm not ready? Or, is it normal? Mousie

Mousie, I think it's pretty normal. I went through it up until the day of surgery. I haven't had a of the problems that I anticipated. The only problem I had was that I didn't expect to have a drain for 21 days. I also have to learn to eat a lot slower, not an easy task. So far I've had no food problems, no foamies, no vomiting and no gas. Jeanne

Mouse, i am right behind you, i am feeling some of the same things, but on the opposite side, i have a calm that is almost scary. i am sure that it will go away when i get a little closer. you will be fine, and i will probably see you there! teri

Mouse, I am in the same boat as Teri. I am so way excited... but there is a peace about knowing my soon-to-be-assigned date is almost here. Any other "anticipated" event I'd be climbing the walls and worrying like there was no tomorrow. This time around it is weird for me. My guess is everything we are experiencing is normal. The best part is that we have our OH friends to turn to!! Brandee

Hi Mouse, I have 61 days until my surgery and like everyone else I wonder if I am doing the right... thing then I go look in the mirror. LOL Yup I am!!! LOL I can tell you what helps me the most is prayer. I ask the Lord to guide me and if this is meant to happen all the pieces will fall into place. I don't know where you are in your faith journey but I can tell you if it is not in your life plan from the Lord it will not happen. I try to find peace in that. I think change is scary for anyone!!! Not to mention this is life changing. Another thing I do when I get upset and think of backing out is I go to the mall. LOL I go to the stores like Deb, Hollister, ect. Not saying I will ever fit into those clothes but I know I will get a lot more cutier clothes then what I wear now. LOL It makes me excited. I have planned an "all girl" shopping spree with my girlfriends and they are going to give me a complete make over at christmas time. EXCITING!!!!!! Think about how much better you are going to feel! When is your date? Diane