Im September 16th....I havent been in hospital for 22 years to the date and that was for the birth of my twin boys who were born 09/16/91.

This surgery will also be a life changing experience for me!!

Hi!!! I'm having mine done on the 4th too! It is a huge decision to have this surgery but I truly feel that it's the right choice for me...I do have times when I start second guessing myself too though' date=' especially when I see pizza commercials on TV!!! Good luck! Susan[/quote']

Pizza commercials? Me too! Even crappy pizza looks so good on TV.

I am Sept. 6th. I am very nervous, I haven't been in the hospital in 11 yrs.

I'm having my surgery September 16th in Silver Spring, MD.

Pizza commercials? Me too! Even crappy pizza looks so good on TV.

I know...I think the pepperoni's look super-sized My husband asked me if it would bother me if he cooked himself a pizza for dinner tonight...I told him noooooo it wouldn't bother me at all!!! I made it through it though...kinda proud of myself! Susan

My date is Sept 4th and I am so unsure of this. I am second guessing my self.

Thanks for the support, I guess the reason I feel like I am second guessing myself I will only have 10 day off from work. Then work two weeks and fly out to Las Vega for my daughters wedding. From what I have read and heard, you are not able to eat much at all I have not told anyone about me getting surgery. I don't want others to know what I am doing. My doctor told said "what are you going to tell your co-worker and family when they notice your weight lost"?

My date is Sept 4th and I am so unsure of this. I am second guessing my self.

You have to go with your gut feelings. If you're having doubts then don't do it. Maybe talk to your doctor and get some information. Reschedule your appointment to give you more time to research and think a little more about it. Just a suggestion.

Thanks for the support, I guess the reason I feel like I am second guessing myself I will only have 10 day off from work. Then work two weeks and fly out to Las Vega for my daughters wedding. From what I have read and heard, you are not able to eat much at all I have not told anyone about me getting surgery. I don't want others to know what I am doing. My doctor told said "what are you going to tell your co-worker and family when they notice your weight lost"?

I see what you mean about second guessing now, going to Las Vegas for your daughters wedding will be difficult in my opinion, everyone will be celebrating and there's always big meals at celebrations, not to mention the wedding cake (which would be hard for me to resist!). As for what you tell folks that mention your weight loss...tell them 'well thank you for noticing'!!! How you did it is no ones business but yours!

Thanks for the support' date=' I guess the reason I feel like I am second guessing myself I will only have 10 day off from work. Then work two weeks and fly out to Las Vega for my daughters wedding. From what I have read and heard, you are not able to eat much at all I have not told anyone about me getting surgery. I don't want others to know what I am doing. My doctor told said "what are you going to tell your co-worker and family when they notice your weight lost"?[/quote']

I have told 2 coworkers and that's it. I am not sure what I am going to tell people. Maybe later on down the road I will let them know but for now this is about me. I have lived too much of my life worrying about others. Best of luck to you. It is normal to be nervous. Be patient and kind to yourself.

I see what you mean about second guessing now, going to Las Vegas for your daughters wedding will be difficult in my opinion, everyone will be celebrating and there's always big meals at celebrations, not to mention the wedding cake (which would be hard for me to resist!). As for what you tell folks that mention your weight loss...tell them 'well thank you for noticing'!!! How you did it is no ones business but yours!

Thanks, I have to figure out how to bring food and eat the types of Protein I need for my own heal during this time.

Thanks, I have to figure out how to bring food and eat the types of protein I need for my own heal during this time.

I have told two people I work with that I have to have surgery "you know female issues". :ph34r: can we say blabber mouths and gossip I just don't feel like explaining. Or hearing anyone else tell me I could do this on my own if I had will power. This is not my first rodeo, or diet.

Hi!!! I'm having mine done on the 4th too! It is a huge decision to have this surgery but I truly feel that it's the right choice for me...I do have times when I start second guessing myself too though' date=' especially when I see pizza commercials on TV!!! Good luck! Susan[/quote']

I am on the 4th too, and we are getting very close now, aren'tvwe? I was questioning myself more a week or so ago. Now I am feeling pretty clear, working on figuring out how to make good Protein shakes, looking for and saving ideas for recipes for things I will be able to eat but that won't be boring. Diana49

My date is Sept 4th and I am so unsure of this. I am second guessing my self.

Hi jb7730. It's something that you have to talk yourself into. Weigh out the pros and cons and know that you are going to love this. Reading these forums are an absolute help. I have also started a Facebook group so I have a support system ready. I know that no matter what, I know this is the right step for me. I'm prepared to lose hair (omg), have buyer's remorse, and not eat for 3 to 6 weeks. But to think of how sexy I will look afterwards and the fact that I will be able to sit in a roller coaster without sucking it in and not being able to breathe is worth it. Ask questions when you can and everyone will answer you as best as they can. I hope this made sense since I'm typing on my phone.

I am scheduled on Sep 10 at 3:30 pm in San Jose, Ca , i can go with out eating that day but no water???

Thanks for the support' date=' I guess the reason I feel like I am second guessing myself I will only have 10 day off from work. Then work two weeks and fly out to Las Vega for my daughters wedding. From what I have read and heard, you are not able to eat much at all I have not told anyone about me getting surgery. I don't want others to know what I am doing. My doctor told said "what are you going to tell your co-worker and family when they notice your weight lost"?[/quote']

I don't blame you for not saying much.

I'm not either. I always seem to talk to much about a diet & friends & family watch me crash & burn. Plus I don't want negative talk. It's been a long hard decision to get to this. I have my focus on support of my immediate family & a couple close friends. Everyone else doesn't involve me in their intimate details nether should I.

Plus, thankfully I found this site. & lots of other people going through similar things. My only regret is not knowing a few years ago that so many other people were impacted the same way.

Whatever you do, do it with you head up!

Make your decision & don't look back.

The end result will be worth it. It's just the journey to get there. :/

Born in San Jose and my apt sept 10 as well good luck!