Margo N.
August 2009
Aug 14, 2009
So, have just begun my journey by making the decision to have WLS, doing the research, and choosing VSG as the best option for me. I am headed back to school in a couple of weeks (Ph.D. social work program) and the next block of time that I have free is Christmas and then two weeks in February when school is closed whilst the Olympics are held here in Vancouver. I am thinking February will be best as travel can be complicated during the holidays (and, honestly, I don't really wanting to be on clear liquids and feeling rubbish during the Christmas season - I figure by next year I will have adjusted and be able to enjoy myself whilst still eating sanely).So the worst for me now is waiting for 6 months!
The plan is to travel to my Dad's in LA and he will accompany me to Mexicali for surgery with Dr Aceves. I feel very positive about my choice of surgeon and my family is being pretty supportive, although a bit concerned by my decision to travel to Mexico.
My sweet daughter (age 8) burst into tears when I talked to her and my husband about the surgery. She says she likes me just the way I am with a nice soft tummy to snuggle on! She's coming around though when we talk about all the things we will be able to do together (biking, horseback rides, kayaking etc) when I am smaller and healthier.
So that's what is up for now - will post more as more happens!