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Ruth O. 22 years, 9 months ago

I would like to thank every one who took the time to post and to e-mail me. I really needed it. I feel like I shouldn't post any more because I don't belong. If I should change my mind, though, and have the surgery, I will post again.

Lorie B. 22 years, 9 months ago

Ruth, I agree with everyone else here. You did the right thing for you and that is the most important thing. You can always "reverse" your decision to not have the surgery in the future if you want, but you can't "reverse" doing it if you're not at peace with it. This is such a personal decision to make. Please don't feel like you've let anyone down, you've followed your God-given intuition and I think that's very brave. I hope you will continue posting and participating at this site. As I understand it, it's support for anyone who is struggling with obesity whether they opt for surgery or not. :) My prayers are with you. ~Lorie Beaumont

Tracy B. 22 years, 9 months ago

Ruth - Give yourself credit where credit is due. Only YOU can make the decision on whether you are up for this surgery or not. As bad as you may have wanted it, you trusted your instincts and you should have. Maybe right now is just not the right time. Maybe later down the road you will do more research or have more peace about it, maybe not and that's okay too. You made the right decision. I admire you for making your decision. If I wasn't 100% sure of it, there is no way I would have wanted to do it. Don't be hard on yourself. God has a reason for everything!

Paula T. 22 years, 9 months ago

Ruth, I'm sorry that you've had such a rough time but I'm GLAD you decided to do what's best for you. That's the way it should be. You must have peace within yourself for any of life's big decisions, and Lord knows this was a big one. If you ever do decide to pursue WLS in the future, think how smart you'll be as you revisit the process! All the best wishes for you - Paula

Vickie C. 22 years, 9 months ago

Ruth, Sometimes you have to go by your gut instincts and that is what you did. You did the right thing because nobody should go into this surgery if they aren't sure about it. You can always change your mind in the future if you decide to but whatever you do, I wish you good luck and happiness. A WLS friend,

issis 22 years, 9 months ago

Ruth, please don't beat yourself up over this surgery. You did not let anyone or yourself down. You stated that you felt what you did was best for you and you know, you are right. Never put yourself down, you are very brave to post to all of us and share your decision not to have WLS with us, and for that, I admire you greatly. I will say prayers that the good Lord will comfort you and give you peace of mind at this hour. Remember Ruth, Love yourself!! Irene

Ruth O. 22 years, 9 months ago

This is me Ruth, I didn't have the surgery. I just couldn't do it. I was gowned in the room, and hysterical. I just couldn't go through with it. I just kept thinking that this is not the right option for me. I've been crying since Monday. I feel like I've let myself down and every one else down too. I believe that I did do the right thing though. I just feel really bad. I wish all the rest of you the very best. And I do wish that I was with the group of you, but I just can't be. Thank you to you who have posted your wishes to me I really needed your thoughts. BYE

Kathi D. 22 years, 10 months ago

Ruth , I just want to wish you a very Healthy and quick recovery.

Vickie C. 22 years, 10 months ago

Ruth, Good luck with your surgery. You are in good hands at BTC. They know what they are doing! I hope you have a smooth and speedy recovery and will soon be enjoying your new life. A WLS friend,

lissapayne 22 years, 10 months ago

Hello! I just wanted to wish you the best of luck on your surgery and I will pray for your speedy recovery!