One of the reasons I decided upon the surgery was for more energy. I have so much to do at work and things to do at home and no energy to get them done. I'm not a workaholic and feel I have a fairly balanced life. However, when I get home from work, I'm pooped. Forget about doing anything. My surgery is July 16 and I'm on the pre-surgery liquid diet. It is a chore to do anything now, at work or home. My front flower garden is overgrown with weeds and really needs attention. Ug.

My larger concern is after surgery. I live in Texas and my one daughter is moving to Baltimore. She and my wife are afraid to drive a U-Haul truck so it falls to me. My son just graduated from college and will need help moving. Also, my work is going to be very busy this fall. How soon after surgery does your energy level pick up to pre-surgery levels and then increase from there? I have an office management job. How long did you take off work and when were you back up to speed? Yes, the surgery is scary due to the unknowns. But, my personality likes to plan things out and I don't know how to plan. Any insight?