Hello from a New Member! :)

Hello!  I wanted to introduce myself as a new member....but I am not sure what to say.  I am oen month away from RNY surgery and am excited and scared and happy and nervous and confident and not...all at once.  My 47th birthday is in two weeks, so my 47th year is going to be a big one...and hopefully I will be smaller.  :)  Any advice from group members of how to manage these ups and downs that come pre-op and how to best prepare for post-op would be greatly appreciated.  I hope to be an active member of the group as time passes.  Thank you!!  :)

welcome to our group. i hope u enjoy it here, there are a lot of nice peple. everybody has all theses mixed emotions before your surgery. just hang in there. we will be ready to scoot over on the loser's bench to make room for you. vick

Hi! Glad you joined us. You have a lot to look forward to now. I had my surgery the Monday after my borthday and I consider it the best gift I eer received! Keep posting 'cuz we can't wait to hear about all of your successes and help out with any questions along the way.
Tania

Hello there, Welcome to bariatric buddies.  I am Kathy, I am also 47 years old and had my RNY on 9/2, just a short month ago.  It is the best thing I have done for myself.  This is a great place for positive support.  I am usually here every day, this week, I am off on a road trip with my father.  I will be back next week to carry on with my chatting with the group.  Till then, take care of yourself and post often, this group gives good advice.  Hugs, Kathy