the waiting gam

I just saw the surgeon today and I was informed that I will have a date in about 2 to 3 weeks,  OMG I am so nervous but I believe I am ready.  I have changed my mind like a thousand times, but I am sure I am going to do this.  I have so much information.  I enjoy hearing everyones stories.  It keeps me motivated. 

I am not sure how long I should take off work. I hear folk saying 1 week but then I hear them say they should have taken two weeks off. 

Now I know what butterflies feels like in your stomach! 

 

I am so excited for you. I go to the informational seminar today and I can hardly wait till I can say ...I have a surgery date. I am sooooo ready! 

I know what you mean about butterfies in your tummy. You will finally be setting on a life changing journey. I will you all the best with everything! Congrats and good luck! 

Thank you so much and good luck to you too!  Keep in touch.  It's always good to share info and experiences with one another.

I remember those butterflies well!  Be a peace - you did your research, you know that this is a chance to improve your life,  you CAN DO THIS!

I had my surgery on 6/1.  It wasn't too bad - it is major surgery tho, so does take a toll on your body.  Each day I feel a little better and learn a little more about the new me.  And I have lost 11 pounds since 6/1 - I am ounces away from being under 300 lbs for the first time in YEARS!  I LOVE my sleeve!

Good luck!

Ohh Wow Lucy! Thank you for the encouraging words.  I need to hear that.  Good luck in your recovery.  I would love to stay in touch on your road to a new you! 

Thanks again

Denean

Congrats! You will do great! Funny how it takes so long to get through the pre-op junk and then WAM! Your surgery in in a few weeks!

Through all of this though I have realized I am the most UNPATIENT person I know!

Glad you are almost there though! Keep us updated!!!

I know, you are so right LeePie.  I find myself being inpatient as well, but at the same time I really snuck up quickly.  I was talking to a friend and he said once you see the surgeon you get a call from pre-op about 2 to 3 weeks later and you get a date, just like that. OMG this is actually going to happen! 

Thanks for the encouraging words

Denean

Looking back at my post I have to apologize for the terrible grammar!! Geez did I not proof read? Hahaha

I am so excited for you.  I am glad to hear the time goes fast.  i have just started my 3 month required nutritionist program.  I am have scheduled all my preop testing and it seems like it will never end.  I have so many doctor appointments I had to make a grid in excel to keep track of them all.  Hope it goes as fast for me.

My doctor recommends 3 weeks off from work, not because your body requires it but because he wants to give you time to adjust to your new lifestyle.

good luck!

Thank you Jerseygirl.  I will keep that time frame in mind, and GOOD LUCK to you too!

It's so hard not to think about but the time will go fast.