I am both excited and nervous about surgery tomorrow. Mainly, I just want to get it over with and move ahead to the part where I can eat food again sometime near the end of January. I am looking forward to staying the night in the hospital, funny enough.

I was pleasantly surprised to see that my boobs now project further from my body than my belly. I am losing pre-op, but I don't know how much because I don't keep a scale at home. This is a rule that I hope to continue post band. I don't want to focus on the number. Clothing sizes---well, that's another story.

I love fashion. I don't love it in the way that most women do--following trends and watching hip designers, though. I like to be creative with my wardrobe and I am big fan of accessories.

Before making the decision to get banded, I was in the process of picking a new "look" for myself. It is even more fun considering the possibility of dressing a smaller body. So many choices!

My look of choice has always been pretty eclectic and bohemian but I am excited to look at other possibilities now that I am an older Mom. I still want to look creative, but not trendy or like I am trying too hard. Any suggestions? How would you describe your look?

YEAH so excited for you... I still have three days for my surgery which is not that long but feels like an eternity.. I keep sitting here going come on it is only three days that is not long that band is going to be in forever so what is three days.. LOL.. Anyways so excited for you, you are lucky to stay in hospital over night I am in and out the same day.. I understand that it is about 4-5 hours then I am out the door.. Crazy cause I have a 2-3 hr ride home... UGG hope they give good drugs dont want to be crying by the time I get home... Again for the third time yeah for you.... lol

Good luck with surgery tomorrow. Will be thinking about you!!! Keep us posted- take good care.

Leslie

Michelle, if they don't give you good pain meds...ask for some! Remind them about your car ride and all. I will be praying for you. And thanks, Leslie!

Good luck Michelle & Electrawoman: Im just starting out on this journey. I hope I have the guts to continue it

through. I"m getting nervous because I'm getting too much information. For my first consultation I met 3 patients who told me to forget it. I need some honest positive input from you girls when you get through the surgery. Please be honest with your comments. I will pray for both of you. Its so exciting. Wish I was you now. Good Luck to both of you. cat lady

Did they say why to forget about it??? Thank you for your comments. I have a blog www.michelleisaac.com I try to keep it up to date so you can check that out any time.. I did a lot of researching as well. Weigh out he positives and the negatives.. Good luck in your process..