Okay.... 10 days to go and I feel the pit coming back. I think I will begin my journal today and start writing. Hopefully I will look back and have a good laugh at myself.

I can relate. Been on this journey for over a year. Just recently approved and have my surgical consult on Thursday. Last step of many before I get my date. Now for the first time I'm kind of feeling some trepidation. I'd never back out as I know this is my destiny, but I definitely feel... out of sorts in a way. Hard to explain.

Journaling is a good way to get your thoughts in order. I started a personal video journal to track both my physical and mental changes from day one and it's definitely helped.

Good luck!

Thank you for the reply :-) A year is a long time! I just started pursuing this in March so it feels so fast.... I almost can't believe it! I am stopping to get a new journal today.

It seems quite normal to feel this way, from what others have said on the boards ... 10 days though!! Exciting times

Best wishes for the days to fly by and please keep in touch and let us know how everything went xx

Kate

Thanks Kate! I have been on a roller coaster! I am exicited though and will update everyone.

Hi shugarhey! I just had my first consult appointment yesturday and the surgeon suggested the best surgery for me is the sleeve gastrectomy. I was hoping gastric bypass, due to family i know who have had great success with weight loss after having bypass surgery. Im a bit concerned because this is permanent and with the other surgeries like the bypass can be reversed. It was a better choice cuz of my history of smoking. But i have quit that again and am on day 4 today. Just seems unfair for me to have that type of weight loss surgery but I will get a positive mind frame and push on through. Good luck with urs and keep us posted. Oh btw I'm a newbie just joined !

Welcome and congrats @Steph6981! I would say if you really trust you doctor then follow his recommendations however, never feel bad about getting a 2nd opinion if you feel more comfortable with one surgery vs. The other. You do have choices and remember it's your body! Good Luck on your journey!

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Thank you for the reply :-) A year is a long time! I just started pursuing this in March so it feels so fast.... I almost can't believe it! I am stopping to get a new journal today.

This is something I have contemplated for a long time, but I literally made the decision and called and scheduled it! Lol! I did it so I wouldn't have to deal with anxiety, etc, I tend to overthink everything. ????

Good luck to you girls!! I'm excited but a little scared myself!