kthyatt
Wow
Oct 01, 2010
Eight years ago today I wore a shirt to the hospital that displayed the message, "Warning! Contents Under Pressure". I was just a 'little' nervous. Today, I am still nervous, but for different reasons. I met my goal, but have gained back 30 pounds (since a hysterectomy and just enjoying food too much). I am not obese though and I am eating healthier but still enjoying food when I I decide to have a treat. I had the BPD/DS and am very happy with that decision.
Why am I still nervous? At 54 years old, I have just applied to several grad schools' Physician Assistant programs and am biding time til I hopefully get a good response from just one of them. Would I have done this eight years ago? No way! I was tired all the time, had diabetes, high blood pressure, several other things going on that I don't even recall at this time. Life is good.
So, to those waiting for surgery--Good Luck--I hope your journey is at least as positive as mine has been. Take it 1 day at a time, even 1 second at a time if needed. Be patient, some times the weight will just disappear, sometimes not. Be patient with youself, you are changing inside and out--you need time to adjust. Be patient with your loved ones, they are also adjusting to the new you--there is a reason most surgeons require a pschiatric evalation--there is change for everyone involved.
I wish you all the greatest success as you go forward and as hard as it is, I am convinced that patience is key.
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Why am I still nervous? At 54 years old, I have just applied to several grad schools' Physician Assistant programs and am biding time til I hopefully get a good response from just one of them. Would I have done this eight years ago? No way! I was tired all the time, had diabetes, high blood pressure, several other things going on that I don't even recall at this time. Life is good.
So, to those waiting for surgery--Good Luck--I hope your journey is at least as positive as mine has been. Take it 1 day at a time, even 1 second at a time if needed. Be patient, some times the weight will just disappear, sometimes not. Be patient with youself, you are changing inside and out--you need time to adjust. Be patient with your loved ones, they are also adjusting to the new you--there is a reason most surgeons require a pschiatric evalation--there is change for everyone involved.
I wish you all the greatest success as you go forward and as hard as it is, I am convinced that patience is key.