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I've been patiently waiting since June for my surgery date, and as I wait for the surgeon to call me and finally give the date I can't help but have all these mixed emotions. This is something I have wanted and needed for a long time. I have done so much research and have followed so many stories on here that I feel more ready than I will ever be. It just seems so surreal that its all so close. I keep wondering "will I be the same, how will I look slim, how will my kids see me, how will I view the world" the list goes on... I just keep telling myself to stop, live for today, and go with the flow. Enjoying life is all I want to do. Please do tell me someone out there has had these same feelings...

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Me ,me! I have my date now. But I waited from June until a few weeks ago. My date is November 19th. Tonight, I am really nervous and scared about all the details and the recovery. I just got home from my 4 hour post op prep class. Hang in there!

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Thanks for sharing. It's good to hear that I'm not alone. The mind is the most powerful thing we have and I use that to my advantage. I just keep telling myself everything will be ok. Best of luck to you

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I've been feeling the same way! I started my journey in February and was so excited about it, and now my surgery is in a week and I'm a little scared. I just realize that everything is really going to change and that makes me nervous, but I realize it's all going to be for the better!

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I researched this surgery for over 2 years. Finally I made the decision to do it. Had my surgery Aug. 14. Best decision I have ever made for myself and my health. I am a slow loser, only down 31 pounds on just over 2 months. But it's coming along and I am feeling better every day. It's such a great feeling to see the scale moving down instead of up! And it's just the beginning. Good luck with your journey!!!!

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Bellbtm sounds like you're still doing wonderful. Your progress is and will be great. Thank you for sharing.

Oksleeveme22, YES GIRL!! That is exactly how I feel. I know it's going to he for the better to but isn't it so hard but help feeling like this? I'm just so anxious to know my date so I can get the surgery done and start living day by day into enjoying life. Best of luck to you all

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