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So, scheduled for Saturday. Yeah! Pre op direct has been ok. Lost 9lbs so far.

Why aren't I nervous? Confidence in Doctor, maybe. Been super busy. I'm sure jitters will hit sometime thus week. All I know is I can't wait to be back home Saturday afternoon!.!

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no one says you have to be nervous CTJohn, I am happy for you...I suppose I was that way the day of my surgery...up until then was both nervous and excited. I am looking forward to hearing from you in a few days to see how you are doing. 9 lbs is something to be happy about I only lost 10 lbs before surgery. It will be nice to see your journey on these posts...take care and best wishes-waiting to hear from you soon!!!

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Hey there, congratulations! I was excited and nervous -- had never been an overnight patient in a hospital before. I couldn't believe how easy it all was. Humor helped. That element of the ridiculous -- donning the glamorous gown, being wheeled around on a gurney, all those papers to sign, the interviewing, etc. Also I was pretty giddy as I was so damned happy to be making this choice for myself and my future health. Best wishes for Saturday and this whole new chapter in your life!

PS the walking really helps -- I started prior to surgery, even just laps around the driving circle -- and as soon as I woke up from the surgery I started walking in the hospital. Robe and flip flops good for this purpose. Helps release any trapped gas and kicks the body into healing mode. Plus the nurses will be very impressed and you'll get out quicker.

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It's a guy thing :P

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I was not really nervous until they started taking me back to the operating room and they have me a shot in my IV and all of it went away. Good luck and congratulations.

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