getting nervous

hi everyone, i have about 2 weeks for surgery,and I'm getting pretty nervous. sometimes I want to just call and cancel it other times i cant wait! from prior posts i know this is normal, but still i just wonder if i should try something else.but then i remember why i chose this!! I go this wed. for my pre op tests thx for reading rich

Rich, here is something I read in a magazine that is keeping me going toward my goal. Maybe it will help you decide. "What I know for sure is that every day brings a chance for you to draw in a breath, kick off your shoes, and step out and dance - to live free of regret and filled with as much joy, fun, and laughter as you can stand. You can either waltz boldly onto the floor of life and live the way you know your spirit is nudging you to, or you can sit quietly by the wall, receeding in the shadows of fear and self-doubt. You have the choice this very moment - the only moment you have for certain. Are you dancing in the light or languishing in the dark? I hope you'll look back and remember this season as the time when you decided to make every one of your moments count." Stay strong, Cal

Rich, I went thru that same feeling... It is so normal.... You will be fine... I am so grateful I had my surgery. I am 6 weeks out down 36 pounds. I feel great... Men lose much faster..... I am sending you all my best wishes>>> You will be fine Take Care Barb

Just think back to how you were feeling when you were still jumping through the hoops and anxiously awaiting approval for this life saving surgery. If you were like me it seemed that the approval and my time was never coming. I always cheered for all the losers as they had their milestones. But kept wishing and hoping that it would be me someday. Somedays I was sure it would be other days were filled with hopelessness that I was going to continue to be just another number waiting and waiting my turn. Think how you felt then. How much you wanted it. How close you were to getting your dream when you finally got your approval. Well. You did it Rich and your TIME IS NOW!!!!!! Its your turn to be a loser and change your life in a way you could never even imagine. You may think you are prepared now for the positive changes but just wait they will astound you each and every day. And they most of the time are little simple milestones, not so much reaching the negative 100 pound loss. They are little things such as crossing your legs to tie your shoes, getting in and out of the bathtub without fear of falling and being stuck, riding a roller coaster, sitting in a booth at a resturant, walking without panting, having your zipper stay closed. You are gonna do great. Dont let this last minute anxiety defeat you. But know WE ALL went through it. And most of us came out on the other side BIG LOSERS!!!!! My life in the past 5 months has been incredible. The pain of the surgery is minimal compared to the sucess I have found in my new improved happier healthier life. I am down 137 pounds now in five months. I havent felt this good since I have been an adult. And I am making up now for all that lost time. Rich, we are here for you all the way!!!! If you need to chat look me up on yahoo or AOl lauralove41 ( aol) i_am_laura43723 ( yahoo) Hugs, Laura

I want to clarify myself. Getting to that Hundred pound weight loss is an exciting Memorable day!! But there are so many other little WOW moments that will catch you by suprise and let you know that you did the right thing for you. I just didnt want to appear ungreatful for my weight loss.. I Thank God and my family and the support I have gotten here to help me get to where I am. Laura Over and Out

Richard...Relax...we all felt that way prior to surgery. Just Do it.

Rich, I guess I am just repeating what everyone else has said...this is very normal! I know you are in good hands! Been there myself! The hospital treats you great! One comment....if the water tastes bad you can order it from room service! I can not drink the water at the hospital....either time...the only way I could was to get the bottled water. You will also get to order your Boost from room service! Remember to do your laps around Tower 9! Anne is a great nurse...I hope you have her. I am going to the pre-op meeting in next week. My neighbor was so impressed with the program and my success that he is having it done up at UH too! He has Dr. Stellato. All my best for an uneventful surgery and a quick recovery! Sue

Richard, its the best thing you could ever do for yourself!!! Chris

You'll do great! Enjoy your pre-op time and look forward to the beginning of your new life! Chris

Rich, I wasn't nervous at all until 1 - 2 weeks pre op and then it sunk in that it was really going to happen and I spazzed! But, I knew without a doubt I was making the right decision. Just a gut instinct told me it was right, so I put the fears aside the best I could. And never once have I thought I'd made a mistake. I know there is that feeling in the back of your mind " I should be able to do this on my own" or " maybe if I just try harder, I can keep it off this time" but if we could, we wouldn't have qualified for surgery to begin with. TAke a big, deep breath and JUMP IN! A wonderful new life awaits. We'll save you a seat on the losers bench - it's a great place to be! Nancy RNY 7/18/05