I had to wait six months for my insurance company to approve my surgery. At first I was upset to think I had to wait six months, but to my surprise it wasn't long until I decided that the six month waiting period wasn't long enough. I started reading everything I could get my hands on and there was so much information to consume that I found that I wished I had more time. I am now less than 30 days away from surgery I have many mixed emotions because of the new life style i will be embarking on. The one thing I am sure of is that I know that I am doing the right thing for my my health. The joy of knowing that my health will improve far exceeds any fears I might be harboring. Breathing with ease and standing at my kitchen sink for more than five minutes sounds wonderful!!!!!