Yesterday's Pre-Op

Welp... it is official.. I have been poked and proded and been through another mini-lecture. I have my new water bottle and "Gastric Bypass" Handbook - gifts of the program director - Amanda (a fellow WLS grad). I have to wear this hospital band until I go in on Monday and for the length of my stay. It is itchy.. but just another small price to pay for this HUGE change in my life. Ready for the good news/bad news? Bad news first, I did not lose the 20 pounds the dr asked me to... good news, I lost 9 1/2 pounds in a week! I thought for sure I had gained something with all of the fluids! Then I was told that the dr uses the "20 pounds" as a goal and to get you motivated and my 9 1/2 pounds is good.. so I am pleased - and relieved!!! I get the final call for my time tonight - but from what I know I have to be at the hospital at 5:30 in the morning for 7:30 surgery! I was almost in tears sitting in Amanda's office yesterday due to my nerves and stress and relief and anticipation. When she hugged me I knew I was making the right decision and I was able to calm the heck down!!! So big hugs to all! What a wonderful way to start the new year! Love and blessings, Cherise

thays great . that means that you are most likly the first one of the day. see you on the losing side and you will be in our prayers. dave

Cherise, It sounds like you have a great support system! You will be fine. Congratulations on taking theis step. I iwsh you the best on a good surgery and a speedy recovery! Deb

Cherise, Congrats on your upcoming surgery. May you have an uneventful surgery & a speedy recovery. Keep us posted. Carly