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I had it done in the summer of 2018, and I am thrilled with the outcome! I have so much more energy. It used to be when I climbed the one flight of stairs at work, I'd pause at the top and pretend to be interested in the notices on the board -- but really I was trying to catch my breath. Now, however, I regularly climb the three flights of stairs to my flat and I'm not winded at all. My BMI is normal now, but I'm still losing. (It's normal to have a small amount of regain, so it's a good idea to go a little below your goal.)
Illogical as it may sound, I actually get a little bit "jealous" when someone announces that they're about to have WLS, because I remember how exciting the first six months are.
It's great that you found this forum, because you'll get loads of practical advice here.
Here's a thread with some info that may help with your nerves:
https://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/vsg/6034619/What-turned-o ut-better-than-you-expected/
I don't want to inundate you with too much information, but here's another thread you might want to have handy for the first few weeks after surgery:
https://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/amos/6040762/Tips-for-inc reasing-fluid-intake/
