Robin, a great big welcome! Glad you came to the CA Board. Congratulations on your progess toward surgery. I don't want to burst your bubble. Please understand that the nature of this beast is there are a whole lot of "start and stops" in the process. If you understand that and are patient but persistant, you will do so very well with it. You're going to be jumping through endless hoops, but know that there is light at the end of the tunnel. The 24 weeks of classes is excellent and you will learn about so many processes that we go through, post op.
Please come in and let us know who you are. No question is ever "dumb or stupid" so fire away. Moreover come to the functions and let us know who you are. Your family is very important to your support, somake sure to bring them with you to your doctor appointments and to support meetings and gatherings, especially your DH.
Len