More negative forum posts lately??

Is it me or has there been more negative posts being made on the forum lately! I mean, I'm glad to see and read the good AND the bad, but it's been a little unnerving! But I always read the bad post. I want to know what I'm about to get into, so I appreciate how honest you all have been! Please, keep posting the good, the bad, and the ugly! ....the head hunger, the liquid diet, full liquid diet, the acid, possible thrush, the GAS, constipation... I'm hoping that I won't have any of these problems, but IF I do, at least I'll recognize the symptoms thanks to my OH friends! THANKS!!

So, I got a call from the doctor's office yesterday. I have my consent appt on APRIL 18! Well, I wanted my surgery on that date! As a teacher, I was trying to have my surgery the week before Spring Break so I could recover and head back to school after two weeks. Well, looks like that's not gonna happen!  Oh yeah, I was disappointed, BUT now, I think it's for the best. First, I won't be under so much pressure to heal faster than my body is ready. Secondly, I'll move home with my family for a few days so my mama can pamper me! LOL And thirdly, I'll have more time to work on this preop diet. Also, I'm hoping to be able to use this time to REALLY WRAP MY MIND AROUND WHAT I'M ABOUT TO DO AND THE COMMITMENT THAT COMES WITH IT! Doubts? Nope, not really!! I really want to do this. I'm just hoping this will work for me. But I really wanna use this time to evaluate myself and my brain/will power.
Will I drink my water?
Will I get my proteins in?
Will I take my vitamins? (Incidently, these VITS are GOOD!! Just like candy! )
Will I walk and excersie like I should?
Will I use my tool and take advantage of its purpose?
Will I lose this weight???
Will I reach my goals?
Will I maintain my goal weight WHEN I reach it??
Will I???

I'm not expecting a miracle, just praying for the strength and will power to do what I have to do..... Shoot, the surgery itself will be my miracle. I'm so grateful to God for giving me this chance... so here's to stepping out on faith and leaving it all in God's hands!

 First of all Ee-Yip soror 

Second,  I had the same concerns that you had.  If you want to talk more hit me up in IMs.  I always thought it was helpful to read all.  When I finally got my surgery, all the information I read even the bad was sooooo helpful.  So keep reading researching and you will be fine.  This is the best thing you can do for yourself.  I would do it all over again even with all my ugly times. I never felt and looked better.

all of the questions you are asking is YES!!

LOL
XOXOXO

Hey Soror!!! Good to hear from ya! Thanks for the encouragement. Yeah, I'm reading EVERYTHING I can get my hands on. I want to be well informed on my decision because this is permanent! And YES, I will be successful...after all, I am a woman of Sigma! EEE-YIPPP!! Please keep the encouragement coming my way and I will keep you posted on my progress!

Not a doubt in my mind.  You got this.   I feel the same way, i thank God everyday for this gift.   But you really got your s--t together.  I'm impressed,  you are like my daughter  organized and prepared and you'll do great.   So happy for you.  
about the negative posts,  i haven't seen any     i work so come on in the evenings and on the weekends,   do you mean the vsg board or all boards in general?? i'm curious.   anyway   let us know how it goes,  i'll be wishing you well  :o) Jeani

Awww! Thanks! That makes me feel great! Makes me feel like I'm on the right track!  Please keep me uplifted in prayer and keep the encouragement coming! As for the negative posts, I was referring to the post were people talk about the bad issues they've been having AND I'M GRATEFUL FOR THEM! I pretty much only check out the VSG board. Everyone here is so great and helpful! I truly feel like I'm making great friends who can relate to me on levels no one else has. I love it here!

This really is a great place, wonderful people here.   I had such an easy time of it,  i think if you follow your list you will do great,  no doubt about it.  I'm happy to encourage you.  I love it when people post about how well they are doing and with your attitude and outlook you will do great.  You will be so pleased with yourself  :o)  Jeani

It is clear that your are a teacher. Your post took the words right out of my mouth! I truly believe this is the best decision I have made for myself in a long time. Here to a new life!

LOL!!  I'm just glad to know that I'm not alone. I am ready to get this show going so that I can start my new life! It's gonna be great! WE are gonna rock that sleeve..... YEAH BUDDY!!

Thank you so much for posting this! 

I'm feeling the exact same way! I'm looking to have my surgery next month. I'm self paying so I'm just trying to get all my testing done.


Please friend me so we can keep up with each other! 

~Mandi 

Hi Mandi! I'm Amanda! LOL And looks like we have mu*****ommon! I am self paying as well, so I GOTTA make this work! I will definitely add you as my friend so that we can encourage and motivate each other. Here's to losing together!

Amanda (Mandy)