As each day passes, I feel more and more nervous. A feeling I'm sure many others have also experienced. I am looking forward to a healthier and happier rest of my life.

Hi Casey - I had my surgery 3/12/02 - I did very well and have lost 131lbs - I have gone from a size 28 to 4 - and I am so happy I did this - not for the size, but for my health - I have 4 grandkids 5,3,3 & 2 and now they can sit on my lap!!! I can read them stories and play on the floor with them - I fit on the farris wheel for the first time with two of my granddaughters!! what a thrill - just think of all those things you will be doing with your twins!!! You will be so glad to reclaim your life! It is normal to be scared - but let the fear go by preparing for your new birthday!! Start walking now - eating right and preparing your kitchen for all of the foods, you will need so you don't have to shop - get one of those baby food dishes that you put ho****er in to keep your food hot - it will take you a long time to eat 3 oz - believe it or not - use baby utensils - spoon - fork and small dishes (something you probably have given your twins) - have broth, soups, mashed potatoes became my best friend - and water!!! The good stuff - since we have to drink so much of it - I wanted to make sure I enjoyed it - sipping it don't forget!!! Take care and be happy and nervous - not scared - this will be a wonderful new world for you! You will be in my prayers - take care - let go and let God!! Good luck, Colette B, Pleasanton, Ca.

---It's a week early but---HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME---I made it---1 year!!! On my Birthday, I will be celebrating in a very special way--I will be going to the state of TX to be with my daughter, who is making me a Grandma!! The baby is due on 8-16. I am so much happier and healthier now. There is nothing, I can't do. My energy level is still very high. I am living life and totally enjoying it. I have gone from a tight 32 to a size 8 and have lost a total of 159 lbs!! Sometimes I think it's a dream and I need a PINCH! I had my ups and downs, but I must say again that I consider myself very lucky. I can eat anything that I want--but there are alot of things that I just will not eat-pasta, rice, potatoes, ice cream or sugar for example. I really try and stay with protein-it really makes a difference, when you keep your protein level high. I still enjoy my real meals everyday. This year has truly been a life altering one for me. I wish everyone's journey to WLS, could be a quick and easy one. ~~~~Dream what you want to dream. ~~~~Go where you want to go. ~~~~Be what you want to be, ~~~~because you have only one life ~~~~and only one chance to do all

Thank you holly that was sweet! Congrats to you on surgery!I am very confident in my Dr. and i think i will be just fine! Good luck to you and i hope everything stays going well for you!~alysia~

Hi Mary! I hope you feel better soon! Best of luck with your surgery and recovery! I know you'll do great! Hugs, Holly