The Excitement Builds!

Hi Everyone, When I started this journey I was never excited about it. I saw it as a necessity, a tool that would help me in getting healthier and being better able to do the physical things I needed to do. But now, hmm.. It has all settled in.  My surgery is next Wed 1/30/08. I am not nervous about the surgery. I am not worried about the after - liquid etc. I have tried proteins and like most I have tried. I have everything ready and so now, I am just ... excited! Excited for the opportunity. Excited for the possibilities.  Thank you all for being here. Always answering my questions and just being genuinely good people!  I read a lot more than I post but I am here every day reading, listening, praying etc. I will let you know how it goes!

Sounds like you are truly EXCITED, those of us that have already had surgery, know exactly how you feel!!!  You will do just fine, just make sure someone lets us know how you are doing after surgery!!!

Hey Dot!  I remember that feeling very well!  Excited and nervous at the same time.Make sure you keep us informed.  I've already started sanding off the Losers Bench!  We are praying for a safe surgery, a speedy recovery, and a soft spot on the Losers Bench!

Hi, Dotdoodle ~ (oh I just love saying that!) Oooooh, just a few more days..... yea!!! I so remember that feeling! I really didn't have any nervousness --- I was just plum excited! And 4 1/2 months later, haven't had a moment of regret! Even in the hospital! Luckily, I didn't even experience the "buyer's remorse" that some do. But know that all of those feelings are normal -- (I guess I'm just not. ha ha) Please show someone how to post on here for you to let us all know how you're doing, K? We look forward to hearing from you on the other side! ~ Tara

I am not far behind you. My surgery is Feburary 5th (Fat Tuesday lol) I am experiencing some depression. I guess I mourning the life I am leaving behind, but part of it is the pre op diet. Are you having any problems on this matter? I seem to do better at work, but when I am at home it is horrible. I am 48 and sort of set in my ways. I think when it gets closer and I can see the light at the end of the tunnel I may cheer up.

I am not having any depression. But at work I am okay - at home - like a crazy woman. My mind won't stop working on this. I am 47 and I know what you mean about being set in your ways - I am too. It is going to be a big ife change. But I am ready for it.  Good luck to you!