It so much less intimidating than I thought it would be! I'd imagined jumping through hoops trying to convince someone incredulous I needed the surgery...instead it felt more exploratory and meant to uncover how much I knew about the process and what were some strengths and weaknesses I'd have while facing everything.

Also, my dad, who had had a very hostile and negative reaction when I first told him I was getting this surgery, actually said, "You know, I think it's a really good thing you're doing this," this morning. Woot!

Edited March 10, 201610 yr by katanne

It's nice that you're breathing easier on two counts.

Now that your father is seeing the light and if he lives nearby, you can invite him to attend a support group meeting with you. It may reassure his worries about your safety vis à vis surgery itself, not to mention any lingering bias he may hold.

That's great – times 2!!! Always happy to hear about people being supported. We read so many stories here that go the other way. This can be a hard road, but if you stay positive and make good choices, you can enjoy the ride!

Hey @@WLSResources/ClothingExch! Just saw your tag line. I'm only 13 away from joining you in "Masterland". I've been a "Bariatric Evangelist" for a long time now, both here and in real life, but I'll sure be glad to not have a title that sounds like a Ted Cruz fan. (No offense intended to those of you who are.) Okay, down to 12 now...

Awesome!!

@@Rogofulm, I don't even like the "bariatric master" blurb. By poking around the site last week, I discovered that one can write wthat would make one's heart happy by becoming a subscribing ("VIP") member of BP. Maybe I'll get a round tuit some time, as it's low-cost enough. My chosen blurb will make no reference to surgery. For now my priority is dealing with concussion and aches and pains.

@@katanne, sorry to go on tangent so early in your thread. Blame the chap.

@@Rogofulm, I don't even like the "bariatric master" blurb. By poking around the site last week, I discovered that one can write wthat would make one's heart happy by becoming a subscribing ("VIP") member of BP. Maybe I'll get a round tuit some time, as it's low-cost enough. My chosen blurb will make no reference to surgery. For now my priority is dealing with concussion and aches and pains.

@@katanne, sorry to go on tangent so early in your thread. Blame the chap.

My favorite is "Bariatric Gugu" but I've already passed through that. ROTFL!!
Gugu is funny!!! Of course I meant Guru.

@@Rogofulm, I don't even like the "bariatric master" blurb. By poking around the site last week, I discovered that one can write wthat would make one's heart happy by becoming a subscribing ("VIP") member of BP. Maybe I'll get a round tuit some time, as it's low-cost enough. My chosen blurb will make no reference to surgery. For now my priority is dealing with concussion and aches and pains.

Good for you! Congratulations!