Nervous Nellie.......

Hi folks...
Thought I would mention that today I am just 10 days from the beginning of the rest of my life.

The last few weeks have been so crazy, that I just haven't really had time to think about my surgery.  

Well, I'm home still trying to shake the remnants of a rotten cold that I have had for two weeks.  My boyfriend caught what I had and my family Dr. said that he needs to not come around this weekend.  I can't be reinfected and he needs to get better or he won't be allowed in to see me if he's coughing and gagging.  So, rest, rest and more rest prescribed for both of us.   Probably for the best though, because similar to another poster, he's been acting a bit miffed with me lately (and me with him) and I'm guessing that it's the same reason...we're both nervous about my upcoming surgery. 

So, as I sit home, I have time to think.  Thinking about how my life is going to change, whether or not I am going to handle my new life, whether or not I'm going to be one of those who end up a mess emotionally because I can't handle it...etc, etc. etc.

I'm trying to keep it together and think good thoughts.  I'm going to be so busy with both of my jobs this week, the week will be over before I know it I think.

Anyhow, I just needed to ramble a bit.  Thanks for reading.

Lisa

Ramble away!

I'm sure there will be some emotional times for you after surgery - most of us go through something very similar at various points after surgery.  The emotional upheave brought on by release of estrogen (which is stored in fat) can be a bit overwhelming at times.  However...you WILL get through it!  Keep your eyes on the prize!!

Lots of vitamin C the next couple of days...maybe some mucinex or something to help finish off that cough, and rest as much as possible!!!

Pam

Hey Lisa,

I totally understand your nervousness---I've got it too!  I worry that I'm making the right decision, but I'm hoping to get rid of my reflux and sleep apnea---I can't wait to be healthier and feel better!!!    I'm happy to have all the great folks on this board--lots of wisdom here!!

I think you're going to do great!!!   The next 10 days are going to fly by!!!!

Julia

I think it's normal to be nervous. I was a bear the last week. I just wanted it done already. Keep busy. My house never looked so clean and my yard was beautiful. I had a project every day!

hi  lisa
     i know how you are feeling. i cant  believe its so close.  im constantly washing my hands and using tons of lysol in my house. i dont want to get sick.  i was going through my summer clothes and wondering what to toss,and i felt very overwhelmed.  these pieces of clothing are hard to get rid of having so many memories of my life, when i wore them they made me feel good because they were hiding my  fat ugly body.  they were like a shield .  Is this strange how i feel?  I was hiding in them and soon my armor will be gone. i am very  excited but kinda scared all in one. does it make sense? 
 
                                                       abby

hi everyone - thanks for the kind words.  I'm feeling better today, physically with the cold and whatnot, so that alone makes things a little better today.

I'm going to concentrate on the good things to come !

Thanks,
Lisa

hi everyone, i am also nervous my surgery is not  til aug 28 it seems like a life time away but am sure it will fly by.  i really have not told that many people, i feel kind of embarrassed. how were peoples responses when you told them.  i work with a very judge mental group of people and just don't want to have to defend myself.    thank you