I said I wasn't gonna cry or freak out...I LIED! (Surgery tomorrow!!!)

You are in my prayers.  The first few days are a little rough, but before you know it you will be on here bragging about how much you have lost and posting pictures of how great you look!

When you come home, sit right next to me on the loser's bench... I want someone next to me that can make me smile!

I panicked too. Especially during preop. I started thinking 'What am I getting myself into?" and thinking how when a person is injured or ill they HAVE to have surgery and I am choosing to take the risks of the unknown to do this? It seemed crazy for a moment. I was scared. I took a deep breath and thought about my future without the surgery. It was as risky as someone who is injured or ill with a pretty certain outcome. So i continued to play along while prepped before i knew it....

I was in recovery. Hmmm I don't even remember recovery well. I guess I was in my room! lol

I slept a lot during the first day. I have to admit that my recovery, even those first days were better than I expected. Make sure that you ask for drugs before you start HURTING badly. That is what they are there for. Being in pain will slow you down and not want to walk etc. Its best to be able to get up and move.

Everyone heals differently but I was shocked when I was driving 4 days after surgery. I wasn't the fastest mover but my mood was GREAT and I felt GREAT (perky and upbeat) and I could see what a terrific future I had.

My best to you. Breathe. Remind yourself why you made this choice. Say a prayer. Before you know it you will be on the path to success!

Lisa

You're going to do great!! Just relax and let the drugs work! LOL 

Gurl you'll be find! I will see you on the Sleeved side! Remember to walk as much as possible after recovery to get that gas moving........

It's definitely scary but it's life changing and definitely for the better. Just peek at my ticker!

They know what they are doing so just let them take care of you and then you are gonna rock that sleeve!

Best of luck tomorrow!

You're probably in right now!!  Hope all's going well.  Be kind to yourself during your recovery.  I am just a week before you- can't wait to see how we all progress!  Best wishes!!

MAN UP!!!

You are probably coming up from la-la land right about now.  You are now in the land of the losing!  See it wasn't so bad.  Take a nap and then get up and walk around the floor slow and easy.  Good luck with that nasty ass swallow test.  It's the pits but it's for our own good.

Congratulations on your new life and I can't wait to hear of your experience.

Much love,
Chelle