I did it!!!

MinnesotaGal
on 9/12/08 2:31 pm - MN

Hey everybody! Sorry I havent been on in awhile. I just needed some time to get all my thoughts/emotions together. If you remember.... In July, I completely freaked out as I was on the surgery bed and decided to not have surgery. After much much thought I decided I still wanted to have WLS but decided to change to the Lapband.
I went in on Monday and wasn't freaking out too bad. I started to freak out a bit when they told my mom and best friend that it was time for them to leave because I was ready to go into surgery. The second the nurse saw my tears rolling down my face... she gave me a shot of something in my iv and I dont remember much else after that. Surgery went well and I went home on Tuesday. Everything has been going great at home. I am going to enjoy these 2 weeks off of work and concentrate on healing and sipping :-)
I am so glad that I had the surgery and have no regrets. I feel kind of like a fool now but everything happens for a reason, right?! :-)
THANK YOU all for the support that I have received!! I was so embarrased after what happened last time and you all didnt judge me but instead encouraged me. THANKS!!!

Shelly

(deactivated member)
on 9/12/08 3:10 pm - Saint Paul, MN

RNY on 12/31/07

Congrats on your surgery! It is normal to freak out about a week or two before surgery. You want to be SURE you want it before having it done. It is pretty much unfixable once you have the surgery. You did the right thing he first time..

All surgery is scary. and here is recouperation time in there, too! Don't be hard on on yourself. We are here for your support. Not to say that you MUST have this surgery. We open it up to anyone who wants to look into the procedure, too. You simply weren't ready at the first time.

Don't hide if things aren't going well. Reach out for support. And ask lots of questions!

Welcome Back!

K

Diamond Girl
on 9/12/08 11:27 pm - Ham Lake, MN

DS on 12/23/08

(((Shelly)))
So glad you posted!

We are not on this board to judge anyone. We may have our individual opinions but certainly we cannot jude another individual. I'm so glad this was your experience as it shows the depth of the MN board.

Congrats on your surgery and keep posting - I know there are many researching the band and we only have a handful that post about it. Your input here is valuable.

Rest and recovery wishes coming at ya!

Kristy A.
on 9/12/08 11:55 pm - South Burbs, MN

RNY on 12/11/08

Good for you going through with surgery, even with your fears. I hope you love your band, you sound very positive. Can't wait to see your progress as you begin to lose, how exciting!

Kristy (weight loss below does not include 16lbs lost during pre WLS diet)
START: 325 Day of Surgery :309 GOAL: 180

Lorri K.
on 9/13/08 8:09 am - Elk River, MN

Lap Band on 08/21/08

Hi, nice to meet you.
I was banded 3.5 weeks ago and I'm loving it. I'm sure you will also. Enjoy those 2 weeks off work. Use it to rest and learn about this new tool you have!!

Lorri K

Lorri

Marsha F.
on 9/13/08 11:03 pm

RNY on 12/13/07

I am glad things worked out for you!!!!! Get plenty of rest and keep us posted on how you are doing....... Hugs Marsha

barbk
on 9/14/08 1:47 am - Eagan, MN

RNY on 10/08/07

WELCOME TO THE LOSER'S BENCH!!!!!

So glad things worked out for you. Keep us posted on your progress so others can benefit!!!

Fitness is not about age or a size -- it's really about an attitude and life style!!!
Life is not measured by the number of breathes we take, but by the moments that take our breathe away~~