danyel723 0 Posted April 29, 2008 Very very anxious,nervous,excited,relived...oh the list could go on and on. I am just excited for it to be over and to start my new life. I finally feel like this is something that is going to change my life. I have been overweight my entire life, trying every diet known to man and failing every single one. This time I just feel like it is going to be different. I know it is still going to be a challenge and at times hard, but I think this is what is going to work. I wish you all the best, please keep me informed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jamd 0 Posted April 29, 2008 I’ve been fine the entire time but now I’m getting butterflies in my tummy knowing that this time tomorrow I will be in the hospital being prepped for surgery. Woohoo!!! I wish you all the best and hope to speak to you all soon. BTW.. How long is everyone taking off from work? I was originally going to take two weeks but I extended it to three, since I never had surgery and I don’t know what to expect. Take care, Jenn Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DonHoll1 0 Posted April 29, 2008 Welcome all of you and best of luck on your surgeries!!! Hope you all love your bands like iI love mine. Donna Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
danyel723 0 Posted April 29, 2008 I'm taking off only 4 days...my boyfriend owns a bar that I do the lunchtime shift at so I figured it would be good to do the walking. I hope I love my band as much as you do Donna! 1 more day!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
readytolive 0 Posted April 29, 2008 i'm only taking off wed-fri. and back to work on monday. my surgeon said that would be enough time and just to get up and walk if i feel discomfort. i have a desk job so i think it will be ok. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jamd 0 Posted April 29, 2008 oh boy... i feel like a big baby. you are all so brave to be going back to work so soon. please let me know how you guys are doing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scarlett O'hara 0 Posted April 29, 2008 I am suprisingly calm today, and I can't believe how fast time has gone by! Just cleaning the house to keep busy and not think about food!! I have to be at the hospital at 5:30 am, I may not even go to sleep tonite. Good luck every one! Lets meet up here on this thread Thurs/Fri (or when your feeling up to it) to check in with each other!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mamacita 0 Posted April 29, 2008 Man who new this would be sooooo nerve racking. I said goodbye to my family and I leave for the airport in an hour. My pre-op appt is today @ 4:30. So I'll get to meet everyone for the first time. My surgery isn't until 11:00 tomorrow so I'll have some time in the morning. Looking forward to actually being in the banded stage. Goodluck to everyone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
danyel723 0 Posted April 29, 2008 Good luck to everyone!!!We will soon be on our way to a new life! My surgery isn't till 3pm so i have all day to wait..ugh!! I will check on everyone on Thursday..take care my new band friends! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
readytolive 0 Posted April 29, 2008 well my surgery time went from 4:50pm to 8:30am. i'm usually still asleep at that time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
danyel723 0 Posted April 29, 2008 Just got my call my surgery was moved from 3pm to 7am....thank God I did not want to sit around all day and think about it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jamd 0 Posted April 29, 2008 :thumbup:I just got the call from the hospital and I'm still on for 7:30am arriving at the hospital 5:45am. If I don't talk to anyone GOOD LUCK tomorrow and I'll talk to you all soon:lol: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
readytolive 0 Posted April 29, 2008 oh jeez. now my arrival time is at 10am. so from 4:50pm to 8:30am and now 10am. i hope that's the last change they give me! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
readytolive 0 Posted May 1, 2008 how's everyone doing? i'm in pain and ca't really do much but lie down or walk around a bit. i'll post more of my experience later when i feel better. hope everyone's surgery went well! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mamacita 0 Posted May 1, 2008 I have pain also. I think I over did it flying back home today. But it's always more comfortable in your own home. So hopefully 'll be feeling better soon. Looking forward to everyones experience. Take care,Laura Share this post Link to post Share on other sites