The Countdown has Started

22 sleeps to go.  Am getting really nervous.  Saw surgeon yesterday and we had a fantastic session.  Very illuminating but very scary too.  Saw dietitian today and we are ready to start pre-op diet next Monday.  After seeing the surgeon on Tuesday I came home and started to write up info for my husband should the worst happen.  You know, stuff like bank accounts, funeral plans, superannuation, etc.  Because he is computer illiterate I have even listed passwords and organised for a bookkeeper for him to ring to keep our accounts for the business up to date.

Did anyone else do this before their surgery?

Jules

Jules, I'm a big time worrier and one of the Earth's greatest control freaks. I try to control anything and everything with little results but I keep trying. It doesn't hurt to be prepared. We all should have that info in a safe place or two in case of fire or whatever. Just stay busy. That's the best way to handle the anxiety. I figured if I didn't do something I was going to die way too soon as it was so weight loss surgery became less scary to me. However, it is major surgery so nothing to take lightly. What the heck is "superannuation?" PS: Knowing me I'd probably pick out his next wife!!

Hi Jules, yup, I did that stuff too and my DH is computer savvy, lol.  I think it's normal to worry before such a major surgery, you're normal!  Very best wishes to you as you count down to your procedure!  Cassie

Yes Jules...I did that too...for my daughters...I wanted everything up to date and my wishes be known. Wrote my daughters and my grandchildren letters too.

Just keep busy....go through your closets...start packing away things you don't wear or are too big already....won't need the same winter or summer clothes!!

We are here to chat when ever you need us.

Hugs...connie d

Yes Jules I did that also, only it was just me when I had the surgery and was just getting into a serious relationship with a wonderful man who I married almost 2 years after I had my WLS. I got everything in place, wrote letters, got the will updated but didn't pass out the letters. They were later ripped up.

You just do what you gotta do. Good luck and may you have a speedy recovery. Hugs Debbie

I think we all have that "what if" the worst scenario play out in our heads, not bad to prepare for such things, but more than likely you will look back and laugh at yourself down the road, but now it's done and no matter what happens, you don't have to do such things again unless you change passwords and bank accounts (lol). . .

Best wishes, Laureen

Hi Everyone.  Thanks for your thoughts.  I am glad what I am doing isn't so 'out there' after all.  I actually like the idea of having everything laid out because you never know when your time is up anyway.

Superannuation is money paid by your employer (or you can contribute yourself as well) for your retirement into a fund.  When a person eventually retires it is expected they should have enough money to live on through their superannuation.  By doing this the government alleviates the amount they pay out in old age pensions.  My generation will generally not have enough but my kids will because they have contributed to the scheme since they started work.

Yep, I remember writing that final love letter to my husband over 3 years ago. I wrote the letter while we were away for a weekend and I was feeling very sentimental. I remember telling him that I was placing the letter in my wallet if something happened and I didn't make it. The letter remains there unread 'til this day.

We shouldn't let a day pass when we don't tell the beloved people in our lives how very important they are to us. This little reminder is there to help me remember my gratitude for each and every day I have been given to walk on this beautiful planet and especially appreciate my most wonderful supporter, friend, and cheerleader.