Question:
Been waiting forever the day is almost here 9/30, now I'm scared.

   — Christi S. (posted on September 20, 2002)

September 20, 2002
First here is a HUGE HUG !!! It is perfectly normal to be scared, I know I was right up to the day of my surgery. I would laugh and cry all the time Just remind yourself why you are doing this. I know I wanted a better life. I was 410 and I was at a point where I couldn't do much. I knew major health problems were knocking on my door. If you have people who are supporting you talk to them tell them how you are feeling, do you have a support group in your area. I highly recommend them. This will be the best gift you give yourself. I wish for you a boring painless recovery
   — domestic G.

September 20, 2002
Christi, take this weekend and all next week to do all the things you love to do with all those you love. I was a nervous wreck waiting. East the things you like, eat a little extra ice cream if you want and BREATHE! I went and got a pedicure.manicure the day before, it helped relax me. But you know what, when a few days before came, I felt a tremendous sense of CALM! I am sure you will too. Maybe make an appt for a massage, I wanted to do this but was so busy tying up lose ends at work, that I just didn't have time. Good Luck, you will make it and before you know it, you'll be on the otherside. Heather
   — heathercross

September 20, 2002
Christi...Remember why you're having the surgery and keep that as your focus. See yourself a few weeks down the road; feeling more energetic, not hurting as much and breathing better.That will put a smile on your face!
   — Cheri P.

September 20, 2002
Boy do I understand how you feel. I am scheduled for 10/15/02 and I have considered cancelling my surgery. I am lucky that i have no major health problems so I feel like I am risking my life just to lose weight. My kids are so young...too young to lose their mommy. I keep thinking that since I dont have any health probs, I could put it off for 5 or 10 years then the kids are older and better equiped to deal with it if I died. Do I have a right risking killing my babies mommy? hmmmmmm.....Good luck to you. I am sorry that I cant help, I just wanted to let you know that you are not alone.
   — cherokey55

September 20, 2002
Christi honey, it wouldn't be normal if you WEREN'T afraid. But you have to want this life-change so badly that you are willing to go thru with your surgery. I think back to 11/02/01. I was so nervious, but I was surrounded by family and friends which I think is important. Also, as long as you know your surgeon's track record and have confidence in him/her. All you can do at this point is be courageous, turn it over to God, have a positive and be ready for the journey ahead, which is wonderful. You're making a good choice. I am 10 months post-op, down 100 lbs.+, look and feel like a new woman. I'm off all my meds, and everywhere I go I receive compliments which that in itself is enough to keep ya going. Relax, get focused, concentrate on your recovery and you'll be fine. You're getting ready to jump that hardest hurdle. Of course, it's scary! You're normal. I'll be praying for you.
   — Annie H.