On the way to the DARK SIDE

Jul 08, 2008

Today is my last day in my home as a pre-op. The next time I come into this house I will be switched! Whooooohooooooooo I am so excited. My husband, daughter, granddaughter and I leave for Mexico tomorrow morning. We are taking the motor home and going to take our time getting there so we can enjoy some of the sights along the way. Amanda and I will check into the hospital on July 13 and have our surgery Monday, July 14. I have these moments of panic, not about the surgery, but about what I'm forgetting to do or take or have! What if I forget paperwork that will let us in and out of Mexico? What if I forgot some part of my labs? Things like that are nagging at me constantly. Maybe that is my subconcious keeping me from dwelling on the surgery lol!
I have told my family and friends that I expect everything to go just fine (and I really do). But I'm also a realist and I know there are serious risks in any surgery. I have asked them to remember, in the event that something goes wrong and I don't make it, that this is my choice. I know there is the possibility I may die. I am more than willing to take that risk in order to have the chance at living a healthy life. I don't want to die, but if I do, it was worth it to me and I don't want anyone to ever think anything differently. I don't want the surgeon blamed. I don't want Mexico blamed. Shit just happens. I would rather die trying to improve my life than die in a car accident or some such thing. I guess all these thoughts come because of Colleen's death and the reaction from some people to her death. It affected and saddened me greatly, but I feel she knew the risks as well and thought they were worth it. So, I go into this surgery knowing it is what I truly want and truly believe is the best for me. I am confident in my surgeon and in the care I will receive. AND, there is no way I would have included my daughter in any of this if I was sure we were going to have the best care. So, I go with a peaceful heart and joyful spirit and intend to kick some DS butt afterwards. I am not going to be morbidly obese ever again!!!! Is there a surgery to take care of being morbidly bit-chy? I'm sure my husband and daughter would sign me up immediately!
Hollyface is an angel and has agreed to be my special angel. I am grateful for that especially considering she isn't back to her old self yet. My thoughts will be with her and all of my OH friends and hope you all will take care of yourselves. Good luck to those having surgery and those recovering. 
Until I'm on the other side, goodbye for now!

Have a surgeon and a date!

Jun 10, 2008

After considerable research and contact with several doctors and many DSers, I have decided to go to Mexico for my surgery. I am also taking my 30 year old daughter to have surgery at the same time! We are planning to get switched on July 14. We will be having the open DS by a very competent and experienced doctor. We will also have the additional benefit of visiting another country!

Today (June 10, 2008) I went to see my PCP. He doesn't know much about the surgery but was impressed with my research and commitment to it. I gave him some information and he said he will research it so he will be able to provide me with the best care when I return. He is so awesome! No God complex at all! 

As soon as I got home, I sent all my information to Dr. U. Now I will await his approval and then we will make our final plans for travel. I am ecited and nervous and riding a roller coaster of emotions. But I do know that this surgery is my chance to live a normal life and to improve my health, so I'm fine when I focus on those aspects!

I'm so glad Amanda will be having surgery at this young age. My hope is she will not suffer serious medical issues because of her MO as I have all these years. And, she will have many more years to enjoy the benefits!

Today was a good day. Today things really feel like they are going to work out. YES!  

The Journey Begins

May 10, 2008

I meet with the surgeon in two weeks and plan to have the surgery the first week of June. I'm nervous but excited!

I have spent hours and hours reading the blogs on here. They have been more helpful than I ever expected. I know I've made the right decision to have the bypass and join those on the losing side! Thanks so much to everyone who wrote about their experiences, offered helpful suggestions and encouragement. I feel I will be as successful as all of you. Thank you for the boost I needed to make the final decision!

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Rose Hill, KS
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07/14/2008
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Apr 21, 2008
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