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Welcome to the Forum Brownbear. I feel your pain. I am having many of the same thoughts you are having on the eve of my surgery. Scared, nervous and second guessing my decision. Just hoping I have the courage to follow through as I am tired of watching my kids ski down the mountain and not being able to participate, tired of having to turn down my girlfriend's offer of a long Saturday afternoon bike ride because I'm simply too fat. But....on the other hand, I can't imagine my life without my friend and comforter, food. You have come to a great forum. There is a wealth of information on this forum and many wonderful people to share their experiences and guide you on your way. Wishing you the best. Renee

Congratulations on your success! Renee

Great story Kathy! 90 pounds is awesome. You are doing great. I am finally scheduled for surgery on Wednesday (22nd). Unfortunately I have come down with a cold so am hoping they will still do surgery. Am excited, nervous and not sure what else.... I remember when you were headed to Mexico and look at you now!!! Keep up the good work girlie! Renee

Great success story! It must feel great to feel 20 years younger! Congratulations on your success!

Dawn - Hoping fear will keep ME on track after my surgery!! Sounds like you are doing well for six days post op. Are you having much pain or other side affects?

I am scheduled for surgery Dec 22 and am wondering if my mind is where it needs to be also. I have attempted to do a low carb/protein diet for the past couple weeks and can't seem to stay on it. Am wondering if I need to be re-thinking my surgery?? I have a two week liquid diet prior to surgery, buy my biggest concern right now is why I can't stay focused and do this low carb/protein diet? I have been eating better, but can't seem to give up the carbs.

I am scheduled for Dec. 22 so will be checking in on all of you for words of wisdom!! I also need to lose over 100 pounds. Wishing you all a speedy recovery! Good luck on Thursday PlannerGirl. Renee

I'm right there with you as my surgery is Dec. 22! My mother-in-law is cooking and taking care of dinner at her house so hopefully I can just rest and recover. I have to be back at work on Jan 3 so will have 12 days off. Sure hope I am okay to return to work (desk job). I finally have the date and am excited, nervous and not sure what else??? Renee

Thanks for sharing - you do look FANTASTIC. You must so proud of yourself. Keep working it girl!!

Thanks Kimmes! I see you are not far behind me. Let's all stay in touch and help each with encouragement. I am going to add you on my friend list. I have been trying to get focused and eat more high Protein - low carb as that will be our way of life - but am finding it difficult as I am such a carboholic! But am doing better today..... Renee

I'm scheduled for Dec 22! Really nervous! Hope I can do the 2 week liquid preop. I can't seem to stay on any diet these days.

Thanks for sharing Julie. Loved your You Tube Video. You are doing great and are truly an inspiration. I just received my date (Dec 22) so am excited, nervous and not sure what???? Keep working that sleeve - I can see a big difference in your before and now pictures!!! Congratulations! You should be very proud of yourself! Renee