I have been wanting to do this surgery for a couple of years now, going to a couple of different seminars and even changing insurances to be able to get approved. I have just had my appointment with Dr. Boutt at Port Huron Hospital in Michigan, and have now had a surgery date scheduled of March 12th, I was completely ecstatic!! I am on my way... I now have my good friends really scaring me. Telling me how dangerous this is and don't I want to see my 6 year old grow up, and I could die... and the complications are risky. You know they have really made me start thinking I should reconsider.. I just was looking for some support I guess that is why I am here! And I am rambling at this point.... Anyway, anyone have any words of encouragement? Or any words of discouragement??

Dawn, Don't let anyone rain on your parade...............some people are negative no matter the situation. For example i have a dear friend of 35 yrs that is just a neg person, the cup is always 1/2 empty no matter the situation.......never 1/2 full SO am I going to tell her about my upcoming surgery ?? NEVER !! It is a very personal decision, listen to your heart............I have not told anyone other than my husband & one friend (who is having by pass this month). I don't want to be forced defend my decision especially to the girls who just don't understand because they have never rode that weight on, weight off roller coaster !! GOOD LUCK and think about next years Christmas party........... looking in the mirror wearing your new outfit and liking what you see !!