Tomorrow is the big day.

Hi All,

Well, i'm less than 24 hours from surgery. How do you suppose I decided to spend that time? why yes, reading all sorts of terrible stories of surgeries gone wrong. 

Also, stressing myself out about the possibility of not succeeding, despite the surgery. what if I eat around it. What if old habits creep back. what if, what if, what if.

But the rational side of my brain knows this is the right decision. I've done the research, I've read your stories, and listened to the tips and advice offered. I am hoping to incorporate them into my post-op life.

I think I am beginning to understand what they mean by the fact that obesity is a chronic, lifelong condition. I won't ever be truly free, but by remaining mindful, vigilant, and giving myself the best opportunity for a healthy future, I can be confident on having a long and happy life.

At least, that's what i'm telling myself to get through the next few days.

I would like to wish you the best of luck!  My day is this Friday, September 9.  I know I'm doing the best decision for myself and I would like to thank all of those that provided valuable advice. 

Good luck on Friday!  I hope you surgery and recovery is quick and uneventful!

You and me, Caprice!  I am in tinal countdown mode.  All inclination to eat has left me.  I am just d inkung protein shakes now... Not required but cravings are gone.  What a monumental decision!  Cannot wait to be padt Friday.  Good luck, friend!  Post when yoy can.

It's an exciting time for you!  Congrats.

I can't wait until I receive a date.

I read horror stories the day before my surgery as well!  Yikes!  I'm sure everything will go perfectly fine with you, though.  It does for most of us!

and as far as not succeeding, eating around the surgery, old habits creeping back - don't forget, you have control over that!

Good luck tomorrow!

Yay, I wish you the best of possible outcomes tomorrow.  I too have been reading the bad stories, and am freaked out.  But I also believe I have made the right decision.  We will all be fine, I can feel it.  Post when your up to it, we are all here rooting for you.

Best wishes for a quick and uneventful recovery!!  Tomorrow is my surgery as well!

Good luck Pat!  Looking forward to sharing stories with you!

You are right it's lifelong and a daily commitment.   You choose every item you put in your body, and every habit you choose to adopt.  This surgery can help you lose a massive amt of weight in a very short time.  It's not easy but it's quite a blessing. 

We all fear not succeeding because the truth is ......most of us have failed so many times in the past.  I figure when we reach the point of rearranging our organs.....we better be serious and determined to change for good!!!!!

Here's to you and that long healthy and happy life you want & deserve!!    

nothing to worry about, just follow your plan and you will do GREAT !!!!