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I don't even have my surgery date yet, but I'm bursting with excitement. I've followed along as another person has blogged about their success, thus inspiring this blog. I've also done a lot of homework as far as what I hope and expect. Met with my surgeon a few days ago and was shocked when we walked out only 30 minutes later knowing it would be. It will actually happen. And now my adventure begins.

Some of the things I am confident about.
1. I'm sure I will be able to use the tool successfully.
2. I am sure about what will take place when it comes to the actual surgery.
3. I know I will be happier with the new me.
4. I am confident that I will not expect miracles, and that it will still take work.
5. I know I have an amazing family and friend support group.

Some of the things I'm still unsure/concerned with.
1. Hair loss? I am not that worried about it, truly, but being fat and hairless terrifies me.
2. Normal surgery fears...I'm sure it's better than c-sections, which I've had.
3. I'm not sure how I will react when my emotional eating side surfaces.

So, actually, that's not too bad! I'm positive of five things, and only worried about three! That's got to be a good thing, huh!

I started practicing my physical activity side today. Parked halfway across the parking lot at the dept. store today, and hoofed it. I'm just amazed how tired and winded I get, but why should I be surprised? At my weight, which will be divulged at my pre surgery appt. blog, I am surprised I can move! I am sure I have never been this heavy. Anyway, I digress. We are going to take the dogs to the dog park tomorrow and walk a little. That will be fun. And hopefully we can do that every weekend from now on until my surgery, and then pick up again afterward.

I'm very excited...and I suspect this excitement will only intensify as the date approaches...whatever date that might be. STAY TUNED!