Hello all, My surgery is Wednesday morning, and I can't believe it's time already. I keep hearing the opening of Beethoven's Fifth Symphony in my head - Dum Dum Dum Dummmmm. Fate knocking at the door. I'm all nervous and shaky tonight - partly from the result of my 4 week fast, and mostly from the thought of what's going to happen. I watched a video of the surgery yesterday out of curiousity, and boy that was great idea. El Yucko!  Ok, maybe I'm embellishing a bit, but I guess I would never make a great surgeon! But when I think of all the good things that will happen to me from having this surgery, then I guess I can survive. Tomorrow morning, I'm having a vena cava filter inserted into my belly to stop those nasty little blood clots if they decide to take a trip up north. Then home to rest for the day, to prepare and get ready to join all you wonderful losers on Wednesday. I'm really not looking forward to this little procedure tomorrow, but the docs insist.  The day is almost at hand - it's go time!! Thanks to everyone for your support and inspiration. I might not even be having this surgery if it wasn't for all you folks. See you on the other side! I can hardly wait! Chris

Chris,   You have my very best wishes for an easy procedure tomorrow and smooth sailing with the VSG.  You have waited a long time for this and I am happy for you that soon it will be done and you can stop worrying and get on with losing weight.  It is normal to be nervous.  I am sending you support and good thoughts. Char10

WHOOO HOOO CHRIS!!! SO CLOSE!! IN NO TIME AT ALL YOU WILL BE A BIG OLE LOSER   .  WILL BE SENDING GOOD THOUGHTS YOUR WAY!!!   SUZY

Chris....take care and keep us updated..... Dirk

Chris, Well, first off you definately need a better wls theme song...Beethoven's Fifth Symphony isn't quite uplifting! I actually do have a theme song called "So Long Self" by MercyMe. Here are some of the words. I'm saying so long to my old self and hello to the new in a few weeks myself. Here's to an uneventful surgery and quick recovery. Keep us posted! Chorus: So long self Well it's been fun, but I have found somebody else So long self There's just no room for two So you are gonna have to move So long self Don't take this wrong but you are wrong for me farewell Oh well, Goodbye, don't cry So Long Self Stop right there because I know what your thinking But no we can't be friends And even though I know your heart is breaking This has to end And come to think of it the blame for all of this Simply falls on me For wanting something more in life than all of this Oh, can't you see

OH Gregersen, I wish you the best surg. and recovery! Here, dream of my sis while you are under...  

Hey Chris, I loved watching the video I saw, made me feel "oh is that all they do - what am i worried about" But then I love watching them do surgery at work :-) Good luck for both procedures, I'm sure all will go well and we catch you on the losers bench soon enough. Look forward to hearing from you post op. Cheers - Col

Good Luck Chris!  I know this has been a long journey for you.............but you'll be a great big loser now!   I will be thinking of you on Wednesday and sending good vibes your way!   Make sure you keep us posted as soon as you can!

I know what you are feeling, but I am sure you are feling it much more than I am at this point.  My surgery is not until April 5th.  But I am still shaking like a chicken.  Everyday as I do go through out my day I wonder if I will be doing them much longer.  i.e. How may more times will I get to read to my kids at night and kiss their sweet faces.  Or hear "Mama, Mama....I love you !"  I know it is a sick thought...but I know what you are feeling.  I will say a prayer for you, although I know you will be just fine.  Promise to come back and give us all the details as soon as you are well enough to.   BTW...where did you watch the video? I would love to see that too.  And,  Vena Cava? What is that?

One of the Aussie surgeons has videos on his website, the link is http://www.mercybariatrics.com.au/sleeve_gastrectomy.html# Vena Cava is the name given to one of the two large veins that return blood from the body back to the atrim of the heart. Cheers - Col

Thanks to you all - Kelsolake, the video is on Nanos FAQ site. It's actually is pretty good and quite educational - the vena cava is a large vein in the belly that delivers blood from the legs to the heart. If a blood clot forms and travels up this vein to the heart or lungs, then that's not good. Hence the filter to stop them Chris

Hi Chris, I know the feeling abou****ching that video--first I was fascinated ...then a bit ill when I thought about myself.  Sounds like your Dr. is being extra careful about blood clots--mine never mentioned anything about it.  My surgery is coming soon on March 28th--already postponed once due to me breaking out with hives!  I'm pretty sure it is nerves since the allergist couldn't find much else I was reacting too.  So rest assured you are not alone with the nervous nelly syndrome.  We can make it thru together! Jodie

BIG HUG dude!  You are doing to do just FINE!

Hey Chris,I know it is hard right now, but this is sooooooooooo worth it, you have no idea how worth it it is! Good luck, buddy!!! It will all be over soon!

Best wishes and good luck...................See ya on the loser bench!! BIGGS

Chris, You carry your positive attitude with you now, only happy wonderful thoughts, i know it is hard, but you can do it!! Focus, visualize your new body and your new life and how improved your health will be, how happy you will be to get on a scale.. its the truth. I never ever woulda believed that in a million years but i am a believer now! Tomorrow is what ya need to be 100% safe and sound, Thank your Dr's for knowing and insisting, Wednesday will be your rebirthday, rest up and think happy thoughts, Attitude is  Everything or "A is E" as we say here in New York and man we know a thing or two about attitude! All the best

Oh Chris, best wishes to you!!! I can't wait to welcome you to the looser's bench.  i am so thrilled for you.  After all your efforts, finally you will start the journey to a healthier life full of new suprises.  Congratulations!!!!!!

Oh Chris, I am so impressed that your doctor is taking all precautions and you are going to be just fine.  Please, please let us know as soon as you can how you are doing - cuz you know "inquiring minds" want to know from here. Best wishes, Bobbie in Texas

Chris, I am so happy for you that this is happening!!!! Woo hoo. Your gonna feel so different after about food and its control. You know I am in your corner as you were in mine. I am wishing you well and can not wait to hear from you after this is done. Big Hugs to you my friend! Cathy

It will be over before you know it. You'll be marching down that ticker on your way to better health! It's a great journey. Best of luck, keep us posted.