4 DAYS UNTIL SURGERY

[KLSUMM 32]

I was wondering how you feel closing in on your date? I am sorta blah heading into this week. I'm not sure if the nerves are counter acting the excitement or what.

[aelovelady 243]

I never really got excited. It's kind of like going to the dentist, you know it will be good for you, but there will be some discomfort along the way. Over the last 17 months post-op though, I have learned a lot about myself and the one thing I found to be key to my success in this process is a Positive Mental Attitude (PMA). Every day isn't rainbows and unicorns, and some days are 2 steps forward and one step back, but you have to still count the step forward. There were weeks when I busted my butt to follow the rules with little or no success and there were weeks that I was sure I wouldn't have lost an ounce and I was down 3 lbs. What matters is that you dont let those bad times remain in your mind too long. Listen to the people in charge of your care, ask questions, and follow the rules and you will succeed. Please keep us posted!

Edited March 28, 2016 by aelovelady

[KLSUMM 32]

I have lost close to 50lbs when they only asked me to lose 15lbs pre surgery. I am mentally ready for this. I understand there will be easy and hard times. I'm not worried about that either. I was just wondering if others were kinda blah and not too pumped up prior to the procedure.

Edited March 27, 2016 by KLSUMM

[aelovelady 243]

Wow! That is an awesome start and really shows your dedication to the process!

[KLSUMM 32]

Thanks! I have been eating clean, using a small plate, and drinking a gallon a day or close to it. I am dedicated and ready for this next chapter for sure.

[SkinnyDown 409]

It sounds like you got this, to me!

You're focused I'm sure, you know what's ahead. I get quiet a few days before all my surgeries, and I've had 5 just in the past 4 years. 3 of them, major surgeries.

I get quiet, because I start focusing on being on the other side of the fence. Maybe it's some kind of psychological mind trick, but it helps me if I am getting too fearful.

You sound so prepared for this, I congratulate you for that kind of prep. Well done!

Good luck with everything!

[jstachic 61]

I was the same way for this surgery, 3/21/16 although I did have 3 other bariatric surgeries, and didn't want this one I had to, so go in knowing that you have chosen what is considered the gold standard for for bariatrics, yes I'm sure it's your nerves making you feel blah' and great job on the pre op weight loss

[KLSUMM 32]

Thanks! Sorry you have had to go through so much. Oddly I don't feel nervous. I just feel like it's like no big deal. I am sorta feeling like I am past the surgery if that makes sense. I'm not sure how to explain it.

[jstachic 61]

I can understand, and good luck with everything