Yesterday, I purchased a new robe for the hospital. (On sale at Target) Hopefully, this will be the last XL I ever have to buy. Thank goodness I never threw away some of my darling size medium blouses and sweaters. Seriously, I still have some size 8 dresses from 2001 and a beautiful chenille robe from Nordstroms that has never been warn. My cedar chest is full of Anthropologie sweaters. I am really get excited to wear clothes that I like and are stylish and not just because they fit. Didn't I tell you all that I was excited? No more black in a few months.

I ordered six powders?utm_source=BariatricPal&utm_medium=Affiliate&utm_campaign=CommentLink" target="_ad" data-id="1" >unjury Protein Powders yesterday. I bought the GNC, Gold Standard last week to try and hated it. I hope all the glowing reviews for Unjury are justified. Has anyone tried the Unjury chewable Vitamins?

The final treat I bought myself, which is ridiculous and over the top, was a stuffed monkey at Build a Bear, that will serve as a cough pillow. The last time I had arthroscopic, gall bladder surgery I really could have used a small pillow to hold against my stomach. The coughing was a killer. This little monkey, dressed in surgical scrubs will be my companion and cough pillow. She is just the right size, firm, and will help me stay in a good mood.

Mostly, the scared part happens when I actually think about what is going to be done to my body. This is a big deal, and was a very difficult decision for me. I had a hard time justifying the cutting of a healthy organ in half. What sold me was the bottom half of the stomach is what is standing in the way of a healthy me. It took me from April - August to decide on the Sleeve instead of the Band. Now, after reading this Forum, I know it was the best decision for me.

My journey began last January in my internists office. She suggested Bariatric Surgery after my physical. I took her suggestion and started researching. It has been a very long, time consuming, journey. I see light at the end of the tunnel. My next appointment is October 23, six months to the day from my first appointment at the Weight and Diabetic Center. I meet with the Dr, Dietician and Nurse Practitioner. Two weeks later.......the big day.

Congratulations on your decision to have the surgery it took me 3 years to be ready mentally. I also would get scared thinking about the surgery. After hitting 300lb on the scale it really changed my thinking I had a very good recovery my surgeon did a great job It was 3 months yesterday since surgery. All the fear will be replaced with feeling good,happy and loosing weight. Everything will seem overwhelming in the begining but you will get used to it. The liquid diet didn't bother me you won't feel hungry just be sure to follow your doctor's guidelines to the dot. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Congrats! I have surgery on Monday 9/16/13 and I am so scared but I know this long overdue and I know I will feel better. I also know that this surgery will change my life for the better.

I feel we have all make the best decision for a more healthier enjoyable life.

@ Toco . I'm sept 25th. Very scared but excited also. I know deep inside that I need this. I'm in pain as I type because of the weight...knees...back...ankles. I kno God is with me because He promised me that He would be so all I can do is pray and giv it to Him:) congrats!!! Will be praying for you:)

Congrats! I'm scared too but I think the process of getting approved has given me time to really know deep down this is what I want.

Good luck to you!

I can't wait to wear normal clothes too. Right now it just doesn't feel real.

I go Tuesday 9/17. I went to the grocery store today to get my clear liquids, vitamins and gas strips. I'm ready but getting a little nervous. This site really helps ! Everyone is so inspiring. I can't wait to get started.

Everyone is so right about the waiting time being a time for soul searching and information gathering. In the beginning, I was going for the Lap-Band because it was the only option that I really knew about. I knew of successful "Banders" that were pleased with their results. After the information seminars and meetings with the staff at my Bariatric Center I switched to the sleeve.

The 6 months prepares you emotionally and physically for the changes that are about to occur. I definitely agree, you need that time to prepare.