Finally got assigned my surgery date of Jan. 10, 2008. First day of the rest of my healthy life. I am completely thrilled. Even though I didn't want to share the news of my surgery w/ any other than hubby, I will have to tell my Dad and his wife this weekend. My surgeon, Dr. Steinberg, was really nice about getting me in for surgery ASAP, but Phil couldn't get off of work with such short notice, so I had to ask my Dad to take me in on Jan. 10th. I will explain the surgery to him this weekend (he is in FL. now). At least Phil can pick me up the next day.

I do not know why I am so obsessed with keeping this surgery private. I keep thinking of what I will tell people when they start to notice my weight loss. Will I confess then? Or just say I started eating less (which is true)? I am still judging myself that I let myself get to this weight, and that I had to rely on surgery to get it off.

I'll just take each day as it comes. In the meantime, I have everything I need for my 48 hour pre-op diet, and my 3 week post-op liquid diet. I am so excited, and just cannot wait to start losing. 2008 is going to be a great year! 2007 was a crappy year. 2008 can only get better!!!!!:biggrin1:

You lucky duck!! I was on the same timetable as you but when they called yesterday I found out my Doc is going on vacation for a month and the earliest date I can get is the first week of March.

I sounds like you're on track for a spectacular 40th!

I have the same feeling about keeping the surgery private. I am afraid that if I tell people and I don't lose weight that is noticeable, they will make fun of me or my family will be disappointed in me. My husband has been with me to all the meetings and consults. The only other people that know are my best friend and 3 other close friends.