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By @lici@, in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

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@lici@    22

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My surgery is the 17th and this week has crawled by I looked at the calender to day and was sad to see it was only thursday. The clock seems to be moving at a sloths pace. How.does one keep from getting nervous by the weight?

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HopeandAgony    566

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My surgery is the 16th. I was getting pretty nervous a few days ago so I took a couple full body pictures of myself. Every time I start to feel unsure I look at those pictures and reconfirm that I NEED to do this. Good luck.

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AnA92212    577

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I was ok until the day of surgery. I mean, I just had a baby 6 weeks before surgery...nothing could be scarier than that. Then, everything kinda hit me...my life is going to change. My relationship with food is really going to change. But, my surgeon came in, reassured me he was going to take care of me and then I was out.

I am just over 6 months out now. Down 134 pounds (104 since day of surgery) and all my labs are completely normal. I have zero regrets. I now work out 6 days a week. I have muscles! food is not my motivator or comforter any more.

You got this. Just a few more days!

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kimmyco    247

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It's right around the corner. I had my surgery within two weeks of my first appointment, and like you, thought the day would never arrive. Longest two weeks of my life. Best of luck to you. You will be happy you chose this surgery. Best thing I have ever done for myself.

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@lici@    22

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Thanks everyone you gave me someyhings to think about and some great ideas. I think ill be taking my before pics tonight this is a great idea. You ladies are the best!!!

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♥dreamable    189

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It goes so fast, even though it goes so slow. I remember all this planning up to my surgery and then all of the sudden is was like "oh crap, it's after this weekend!" and then I felt like I didn't have anything ready. LOL On the day of the surgery I wasn't nervous. I was feeling my nerves start to set in (even though I WAS SO EXCITED) but the surgeon was running ahead of schedule, so as soon as I checked in, they quick swept me off and before I knew it, I was out. I didn't have time to even think about it.

Best. Decision. Ever.

I know, I'm only a month post op- but so far NO REGRETS!!!!!!! I already am feeling AMAZING.

Edit: DO your before pics! My mom was going to do them at the hospital, but I was taken back so quickly and into surgery we didn't even get a chance! That may be my only regret. lol

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The Candidate    3,215

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I know it feels like eternity now, but after surgery you'll look back and realize it was nothing. And surgery day passes by in a blur. You'll be there before you know it! Congrats!

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@lici@    22

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@dreamable, it's great to hear you're doing well, and I know it'll be the best decision ever, and i am sure the nerves are just something that will go away once I am back in my room after surgery. :)

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@lici@    22

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@, thanks for the words of encouragement I'm looking forward to looking back at this state of mind and laughing at how nervous I am being.

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