bebop09

for me, I can't "dabble" with sugar. It sets off some kind of switch in my body and I go crazy..literally I lose all self control and I will eat carbs until I am actually sick. As hard as it sometimes is, I do better not having it AT ALL. When I think about it like my body is allergic to sugar, it makes it easier to avoid. Good luck-stay strong! You've already come so far, you got this!

I have problems with constipation before surgery, and I'm expecting them to be worse afterwards. I use benefiber in my morning coffee and if things start building up, I take 1/2 to a whole magnesium pill before bed-depending on how backed up I am. The magnesium works quick without cramps but the only drawback is it is a HUGE pill. Not sure if you can crush them, but perhaps they sell a powered form for post surgery patients. I'll investigate that and report back!

I'm just as scared, but more about failing then not waking up. Trust your Doctors know your conditions and if they feel you can tolerate this surgery, then you can. When ever I get myself worked up over anything, I just have to remind myself that literally, 1000's of people have done this before me and they are ok-so chances are, I will be too. It helps me not let the nerves take over! Good luck

I'm also on the 16th. Starting to get nervous, one minute I'm 100% committed, the next I am second guessing this decision. Anyone else wrestling with nerves?

Well my friends, "D" day is approaching. I need to make the decision to go for it, or walk away and say no thanks. All my requirements have been met, all that is left is insurance approval and picking a surgery date...and of course, saying YES with enthusiasm. I am feeling more settled that this is the right decision for me, but frankly, the second guessing is still alive and well in my head. I am afraid that because I'm not chomping at the bit and counting the minutes until surgery, then maybe I'm not ready, or maybe this ISN"T the right decision. I'm not sure I will ever be jumping for joy even though I am recognizing those of you that have walked this road before me can't ALL be wrong! I've made the mistake of telling a couple people and either I get 1000% support, or the same old "lack of willpower" judgement cloaked around diet and exercise advice...like somehow THEIR "tips" will be the turning point for me. I'm not looking for approval, but when I am met with the negative response, it kicks off the second guessing in my own head. Have I REALLY exhausted all the other avenues? Have I REALLY tried as hard as I can? A better question to myself is WILL I-surgery or not. So let me ask, was your decision 100% black and white or did you still have doubts about surgery and life afterward?

P.S. Good Luck tomorrow Quest!

Thanks everyone. I AM looking forward to a new beginning. I too have spent a year (or more) working through multiple losses I have recently experienced, and most of that time I didn't give two hoots about counting calories or paying much attention to what I was putting in my mouth. I feel like I am ready to finally BEGIN my life anew, and this is a powerful tool to help me get where I want to go. My body is slowly falling apart and its apparent I can not continue the road I am currently walking. I think what put me over the edge was my pro/con list. The pros were two pages long and the cons were just 3 bullet points. That's when I realized the decision was clear...but I guess I just need to beat myself up just a little more about it-how crazy is that?? Posting my thoughts here is so beneficial-sometimes it takes another perspective to make me get out of my own head.

I am also in Atlantic County, but have not yet had surgery. In fact, I am still struggling with doubts about saying yes. Its been a while since either of you posted this-how are you doing now?

Hi everyone- I've been lurking here on this site and reading every tidbit I can find about WLS in hopes my decision will be clear...but it's not any clearer now that it was a few weeks ago. This journey started at my last physical when my Dr suggested I really give WLS some thought and referred me to a local seminar. It just so happened that the seminar was the next day so I went, and have been in a daze ever since. Logically, I KNOW I can't continue on the unhealthy path I am on and I now believe that WLS is a more powerful tool that I previously understood..but my shame is talking very loudly in my ear. I'm struggling because I'm afraid I will fail....AGAIN. I'm struggling because I don't want to admit I need to take such a drastic measure. I've been living in my little world of denial far too long and hearing my Drs strongly suggesting this option is like getting smacked upside the head. I am having a hard time accepting my reality and scared of saying yes. I'd appreciate your thoughts! bebop09

Thank you all for responding-you have my eyes leaking as I read because I'm realizing I am not all alone in what I'm thinking and feeling. I have my last test tomorrow, and I have my other appointments already scheduled, so I am on the road to approval-its HUGE to reach out and have someone reach back. Thank You!

Funny you should say that because its exactly what I am doing! Just wish I was feeling stoked, not reluctant. Thanks for responding!

Geeze, I feel like I could have written this myself!