Next stage.....Yippee Skippee....got a date with a surgeon!

I've had dates with an attorney and a pro-baseball player....but never a surgeon! LOL Okay...so I call this morning and they tell me I'm having surgery on July 20th at 1:15pm. Pre-op w/Dr. on Monday at 4:30pm. I am totally ecstatic! Except for one thing...I'm supposed to be in Boise for a conference. That leaves my SO/business partner doing the whole event by himself.... He can do it, but it's much easier to do it with someone and he leaves most of the logistics/organization to me. Plus, I love doing them! We talked about it, and it's pretty much an "oh, well". My attendance at this one "ain't gonna happen". At about 3:30 this afternoon, I get another call from the doc's office... First of all, they said I was approved for Gastric Bypass, not banding and that they don't even do that procedure! I said, "I'm not having a band procedure, I am having Lap RNY..it's been that surgery all along w/you guys! I told 'em I'd heard if you're having surgery on an appendage, they'll mark which one so they don't mess up. I offered to write "Lap RNY" on my stomach (I still might for a laugh), but the nurse did not get my sense of humor. So, we're all on the same page for that! Whew! Second, they needed to change my date to Thursday, 7/22 at 8:15am. Again...that's fine because I'm ready for this! The only thing is that my SO won't even be around for my surgery now! Of course, I started to cry all over the place! My family is in Alaska (read as MOM, the caretaker) on a trip, and Kevin's flying to Boise on Wednesday. Oh well, I'm a big girl (no pun intended), I'll survive! So the date's finally set...I need to run my butt off to get things done before I go under the knife. But it will keep me busy and my mind off things. It'll be here before you know it! Yippee for me! With all the changes and confusion....I'm still thrilled to be doing this and know it's the right thing for ME! Words of wisdom, warm thoughts and prayers are always welcome! lol Michele

Hi Michele. I just read your email. Wow! Isn't it amazing how fast things can move?! I'll be thinking good thoughts for you and saying a prayer too. It sounds like you are ready for the surgery no matter what...or who is there for you. You have lots of us here for you, so keep us posted. Peggy

Peggy, Thank you very much for the support and kind words. And yes....I am ready! Michele

Hey michele, your so funny, a date with an attorney and a pro baseball player but never a surgeon... seriously that was too cute!! big ole congrats on the date... Your gonna do fine.. even at the hospital alone. YOU are a intelligent, strong lady and you'll be fine. I had my son drop me off.. I didn't want anyone waiting around while I was in surgery.. My thought is "what are they gonna do if something goes wrong"... NOTHING!! I'd rather have them home in a comfortable place and wait for the surgeon to call them which is what was arranged. plus we only lived less than 2 miles away from the hospital.. I didn't know until a month or so later but the little **** came back and waited anyway. and talked to the surgeon when he was done. (same surgeon that did my son's surgery for crohns) he did what was right for "HIM" and I did what was right for me by sending him home.. I would have been more nervous knowing that he was out there waiting the whole time. like I was being a burden on my kid.. no way! just make sure to give someone your number at the hospital so that we can find out how your doing.. nadine's is monday and yours is thursday? right? sooooooo coool!! Theresa

Thanks cutie! You're always so great to post advise and good thoughts for everyone. Yes, Nadine is Monday. We spoke on the phone last night. It'll be cool to watch each other's success since we're almost the same date and having the same procedure. She was also great at calming my fears and telling me sudden crying outbursts was normal. At least there's SOMETHING normal about me, lol! I'm going to let my girls decide if they want to be at the hospital w/me or not. At 14 and almost 13, they're old enough to be there, but I'll have to arrange for someone to pick them up after I'm well out of surgery. I may also call my brother....have him hang out w/them while I'm in surgery. He's in Lincoln City and he's got some extra time on his hands right now. Thank you for all the reassurance! I know I'll be fine, but hearing it from others is always wonderful. Kisses to you! I was actually changing my mind about meeting you guys tonight, but I heard from Nadine it's being cancelled. Bummer! But, let's do it again soon, okay? The "WLS....Weight Loss Sistas" need to keep going! I posted the hospital's address and phone # on my surgery page. Michele

Michele, Next week!!??!! Yes!!! You will be so glad you grabbed the brass ring and went forward, even though your logistics aren't cooperating. You will be so well taken care of in the hospital. Be sure to bring one or two real comfy pillows. Those and my chapstick. If you need me to pinch hit in any way (ride home, help with your kids) please don't hesitate to E-mail me. I'm local here, and just went down the same road. You will do great! Patty

Patty, Thank you so much for the encouragement and suggestions! It was also so very sweet of you to offer help! You've got me tearing up, thinking of what a giving gesture that is, to someone you've never even met. Thank you very much, and I promise that I'll take you up on it if need be, but I'm hoping my baby bro will be able to come over. I'm still dazed at how fast things are happening now...but still as convinced as ever that it's the right thing to do FOR ME. I feel so blessed to have contact with the wonderful people on this board! I'm really "feelin the love"! Michele

OMG Michele! That is THIS WEEK!! Woohoooo - I am so happy for you!!!! How exciting...I can't wait until you're a big loser!!! Dina

I know......can't believe it myself yet! Thank you for the wonderful support, it means so much! Michele

Wow, Michele! Your big day is almost here! I'm so excited for you! Keep us in the loop on how you're doing. I'll be thinking of you. Peggy