So as the days and nights slip by and get closer to "THE DAY" I am getting very nervous! I look at my kids and think what if something goes wrong! My little girl starts 2nd grade and my son is going to kindergarten starting MONDAY. I try to think of all the positives and work it out in my head but it is very hard to not be scared a little bit. I am going to show up and conquer the day but WOW I did not think I would be getting this caught up. NOT if but WHEN things get good I will be home Sunday I think the Dr. said so I will post an update if any one is interested. please send good vibes my way I need them!! Have a great night!

I don't have kids, so I can't imagine the nerves you are feeling about them. But, think of it this way: everything you are doing, all that you are working towards is for them as much as it is for you. You will live longer, be healthier and happier, and that is all really great and important for their health and happiness. Everything's going to be great, and you're going to do great. Sending good vibes your way! Good luck to you!

It's natural to be worried.

I think you need to focus on your long term health and seeing your kids graduate and get married, etc.

I'm down 80 plus pounds so far. I was worried pre surgery but have no regrets now. I rarely have much hunger anymore and when I do my sleeve vastly limits how much I can consume.

Totally normal to be nervous/anxious/worried. I thought of my wife and daughter and wondered what would happen to them if "this didn't go right". I then thought about what could/would happen if I didn't do it! Good luck on Friday and we'll see you on the other side of the sleeve!

Hang in there and keep us posted !

Prayers sent for you @@rmag

You are investing in your health and you'll be a better father for it.

I wish I'd taken these measures when my son was really young. We've missed out on a lot of fun stuff due to what I'm now seeing as the numerous weight-related injuries I had. Doubtful any of them would have occurred had I been closer to goal weight and fit and active.

Wishing you the very best and keep us updated.

Thanks for all the kind words! I am ready to go and looking foward to getting back the active person I was before!