Was Having 2nd thoughts.....

Tomorrow morning I go to speak with the nutritionist, surgeon, and the anesthesiologist.  I will also meet with the person who will talk to me about two wls studies being done and find out if I am interested in taking part.  With surgery less than 2 weeks from now, I have been having some doubts about what I am about to embark on.  Today something happpened to make me 100% sure I am doing the right thing.  We had a little snow this morning; I stopped my car at the mailboxes (I live in an apartment) I slipped and fell. Luckily I was able to protect my head with my arm, but fell flat on the rest of my body.  I tried to get up but could not.  It took about 30 minutes until someone walked by me and I was able to get help.  I never want to be in that situation again and feel as helpless as I did.  I am now very sore and my knees are black and blue, but I know that the surgery will be a new beginning for me.
Joanne

Aw Joanne, I'm so sorry you fell today and it took so long for someone to help you!  That was always one of my biggest fears was falling.  I was super cautious in my walking and everything else because I knew how hard I'd hit the ground.

You will definitely not regret making the decision to have this surgery.  Your life will never be the same again and you won't have to worry about not being able to help yourself.  Good luck and keep us posted!

Right before my surgery I slipped leaving the bathroom and couldn't get up due to mobility and size.  I thought my husband was going to have to call 911 to get me up.  I managed to scoot out of the doorway and we got a chair to help and got me up.  It was scary and humiliating.  My mean back was already acting up so I went into surgey and my recovery more down in the back.  Like you, I knew I was starting a journey that was only going to improve my life.  I wish you great success and much peace of mind.  Loris

Sweetie
Ive been where you are .
I was at the doctors office getting things done so they could schedule me for the cava filter and i was thinking to myself what am i doing and i told my d/h i dont thinki wonna do this im scared.
Lo and behold i walk out the door and get in the parking lot and fall i was so embarrassed and i thought they would have to call a tow truck to get my 526 pounds up off the ground.
Well my dh and another kind gentleman helped me up ,but it made me change my mind i never wanted to be embarrassed like that again.
Well sweetie i had the surgery 11 mths ago and its the best decision i ever made,i am healthy and can get around so much better.
I call us falling lifes little wakeup calls and im glad you  our okay..
It is a long journey but a wonderful one
Good luck on your journey..

Hi Joanne,

I am so sorry you fell, and then had to wait for help!!  What a horrible experience to go thru!!  I am really glad you did not get seriously hurt!!

You won't regret the surgery, I am sure.  I am just over 9 months out, and feel so much better its amazing!!  I can even walk up and down steps without getting out of breath!!!

Good luck with your surgery, sending good vibes your way for a quick and easy recovery!!

Caroline

Thank you so much for all of the understanding comments and well wishes.  I think you have to walk in the same shoes to understand something like this.  I have found a lot of support in this group and a lot of information too. 
Joanne

greetings joanne

i wanted to jump in and echo what the others have already said. i've lived in fear of falling and not being able to get up. it's just an awful situation to be in - makes you so afraid to do anything or go anywhere.

i'm 4 years out from having surgery, down 297 lbs, and feel wonderful. the feeling of being in control of my life is an amazing way to feel.

i'm wishing all the best for you, and hoping things with your surgery go as well for you as they have for me.

deb

I never once questioned whether or not I was doing the right thing until 2 weeks prior to surgery. Those last two weeks were the hardest for me.

I even asked at one of my appts in that time if the PA had ever had anyone cancel at that appt. I think it was the appt three days before surgery. She said "no". if she had said yes, I think I would have cancelled.

BUT I am glad that I didnt! This was the best decision I could have made for myself ever!