Now that I finally have the money to pay for the sleeve I'm so scared to call Louise to schedule the surgery. I don't understand how come I didn't feel the same way the first time when I was schedule for august 30th. I got butterflies in my stomach and all kind of thoughts, I even have a headache. I know I read many stories about it's normal to feel that way but, I just wish that I didn't I think it would have made things easier for me. I'm so glad I found this site where I can vent.

Now that I finally have the money to pay for the sleeve I'm so scared to call Louise to schedule the surgery. I don't understand how come I didn't feel the same way the first time when I was schedule for august 30th. I got butterflies in my stomach and all kind of thoughts, I even have a headache. I know I read many stories about it's normal to feel that way but, I just wish that I didn't I think it would have made things easier for me. I'm so glad I found this site where I can vent.

OMG!!!!! I'm going thru the same thing but you are financially ready..... I've only paid the $2000 deposit. I'm trying hard not to turn back now. I'm on here most each and every day looking for more information and reading VSG stories and that seems to help but nothing can make the butterflies and doubt go away! I'm a grown woman at age 46 and I'M SCARED!!!! LOL This is something I know I have to do for myself so I'm going to hang in there and say a lot of prayers. Let's stay in touch and help each other get thru.

You are not alone, what I have been doing since this evening is writing down the reasons why I should do it and the reasons why not. It seems to help so far. I'm 4'11 weighs 165-169 lbs wearing a size 14-16 petite. It gets worst now that my clothes are getting too tight and I'm not about to buy bigger sizes if anything I want to buy smaller sizes and cute clothes that I will fit and look good wearing. In addition I feel like the bigger I get the shorter I look, everybody keep telling me oh no you're not that big but behind my back they called me names, and besides the older we get the harder it is to lose the weight and the easier it is to gain weight. I'm tired of those yo-yo diet I want something permanent and I'm gonna get it. Who's your doctor? Almanza is my surgeon.

OMG!!!!! I'm going thru the same thing but you are financially ready..... I've only paid the $2000 deposit. I'm trying hard not to turn back now. I'm on here most each and every day looking for more information and reading VSG stories and that seems to help but nothing can make the butterflies and doubt go away! I'm a grown woman at age 46 and I'M SCARED!!!! LOL This is something I know I have to do for myself so I'm going to hang in there and say a lot of prayers. Let's stay in touch and help each other get thru.

It is normal to be scared... this is a big decision. I had my surgery june 11 with dr aceves and I was a wreck until the last 2 days. A calm came over me and also I made sure to do projects to keep my mind off the surgery. You will do great! keep us in touch with your progress.

You are not alone, what I have been doing since this evening is writing down the reasons why I should do it and the reasons why not. It seems to help so far. I'm 4'11 weighs 165-169 lbs wearing a size 14-16 petite. It gets worst now that my clothes are getting too tight and I'm not about to buy bigger sizes if anything I want to buy smaller sizes and cute clothes that I will fit and look good wearing. In addition I feel like the bigger I get the shorter I look, everybody keep telling me oh no you're not that big but behind my back they called me names, and besides the older we get the harder it is to lose the weight and the easier it is to gain weight. I'm tired of those yo-yo diet I want something permanent and I'm gonna get it. Who's your doctor? Almanza is my surgeon.

I'm 5'6", wear size 18/20 and weigh 230 +/- lbs. Not married and no kids so I can't even blame my weight on pregnancies! :embaressed_smile: I DO know I don't like the way I'm feeling now and know something HAS to change. I refuse to lie to myself like so many times before and think I'll start exercising more or eating less and get down to my goal weight and live happily ever after. I need a permanent change and this sleeve is going to help me to get to the weight I want to be. I'm scheduled for August 19th in TJ, but my doctor is Dr. Kelly.

Ok you guys, let me begin this by saying this is the single best thing I have ever done for me! No I did not go to Mexico, but looking back, if I had to do that to make it happen I would! I have gone from 271 POUNDS to 158! I feel soo much better physically! I am riding in Bike marathons and walking daily, with ease I might ad and feeling well, I can not describe the feeling when I have completed 35 miles on the bike or while on the bike or when I plug my earphones in and take that brisk walk for 2 hours! Or when I finish Total body Conditioning at the YMCA or when someone tells how great I look or what and inspiration I am to them!

Despite all this it boils down to YOU. Your sub conscious is playing with you, well maybe I could diet one more time and really do it this time,, that thought is safe and comfortable. REALITY: You have a life time of failed diets! You need a tool that will allow you to succeed!

I'm a grown woman at age 46 and I'M SCARED!!!! LOL This is something I know I have to do for myself so I'm going to hang in there and say a lot of prayers. Let's stay in touch and help each other get thru. ...

I am catching my flight in four hours, and I have done most of the things that I needed to do to get ready. That at least keeps me from getting frantic. My doctor gave me some Lorazapan to calm my nerves so I can fly. It is difficult to keep ones purpose always strong. Even though I am sure that my decision is the right one for me, and the right time is now, second guessing creeps in. Yesterday I had chest pains in the heart area. Went to the Emer. Room, they said the tests looked OK, but thought I should stay in the hospital overnight for more tests. I couldn't do that and catch my flight. But, in the end, I notified my surgeon in Mexico, Dr. Aceves, and he said they would do extra testing and use more care with medications during and after surgery. So, I decided to go ahead. I feel good to not be dissuaded from my plan.

We have to do what is right for us now. The outcome may be out of our hands, but if we plan well success is assured.

Good luck on your journey keep us posted and I will keep you in my prayer.

I'm a grown woman at age 46 and I'M SCARED!!!! LOL This is something I know I have to do for myself so I'm going to hang in there and say a lot of prayers. Let's stay in touch and help each other get thru. ...

I am catching my flight in four hours, and I have done most of the things that I needed to do to get ready. That at least keeps me from getting frantic. My doctor gave me some Lorazapan to calm my nerves so I can fly. It is difficult to keep ones purpose always strong. Even though I am sure that my decision is the right one for me, and the right time is now, second guessing creeps in. Yesterday I had chest pains in the heart area. Went to the Emer. Room, they said the tests looked OK, but thought I should stay in the hospital overnight for more tests. I couldn't do that and catch my flight. But, in the end, I notified my surgeon in Mexico, Dr. Aceves, and he said they would do extra testing and use more care with medications during and after surgery. So, I decided to go ahead. I feel good to not be dissuaded from my plan.

We have to do what is right for us now. The outcome may be out of our hands, but if we plan well success is assured.