Hi Sherry, thanks so much you are so kind! I'm having surgery at St. Joseph's Health Center in Warren, OH. It's about 30mins. from where I live. I have heard nothing but good things about my surgeon. I've been fortunate enough to talk with a few of his post-op patients and they say he is wonderful. He has done over 1,000 Lap RNY GB's, so I'm sure I have nothing to worry about. But you know how it is, I still do! How's Gracie & George? I bet they're keeping you on your toes huh? Showed DH your pics of them, he's jealous! My mom & sis live close and have offered to take me places or shop for me if needed, I thought that was nice of them. DH is great & will do some of my chores in addition to his. But, with the warm weather upon us he loves being outside & is always doing something! What are you doing for exercise? I keep hearing walk, walk, walk! One nice thing about having surgery this time of year, weather is nice. Take care.

Hi Dianna! You are close to me, just about an hour! Where are you having your surgery? I did the same things you're doing.........cleaned the house, organized everything! I got a little nervous a few days before, but on the day of surgery I felt calm and at peace with my decision. I'm not sure when I can vacuum, but I'm almost 4 weeks post-op, so I may have to start! It felt wierd having my Husband drive me places, but the two weeks went fast! If I don't connect with you before the 26th, know that I'll be keeping you in my prayers, and if you need to talk or anything, PM me and I'll give you my cell phone. There were times when I first came home, that I just needed to talk to someone who went through this!

Hi Sherry, sorry I didn't get back to you sooner. I am in Mineral Ridge, Oh which is close to Youngstown. I don't think Jefferson is all that far. Congrats on the new babies! They are adorable! My hubby has always wanted a St. Bernard but we've not ventured to that breed [yet]. ~lol~ How are you doing? And with the new pups? My surgery is 5/26 and I am starting to get more nervous the closer it gets. Up til now I've mostly been anxious to get the surgery part over with and excited about starting the journey to the new me. But now the nerves are kicking in . I'm trying to keep busy, I want to clean the house, make sure there are groceries in the house for hubby, make sure dogs current w/heartworm, flea prevent & good on food/treats. I'm not allowed to drive for 2wks either and have heard from another GB patient that your not allowed to vacuum, push shopping cart, etc...as it strains your stomach muscles. Take care.

~Dianna~

Hello, I am new to the TT site. I seen that you're from North East Ohio, what part? I am as well. Another thing we have in common is a love of animals. I was looking at the pic's of your 'fur children.' Adorable! Sorry for the loss of your 3 dogs. We lost Gracie (shep-lab mix) to cancer in 3/06, she was 2mos. shy of 8yrs. old. Then this past March we lost our kitty Kali to cancer, she was 12yrs. old.

Wishing you an easy and speedy recovery. The focus required for this WLS should help keep you busy and take your mind off the loss of your beloved pet. How are you feeling? I'm debating on whether or not to arrange some help for me and the dogs immediately after surgery?! Hubby will be gone all day. Since you've just had surgery and have pets, any advise? I'm having Lap RNY on May 26th. I can't wait to start on the path to my new life.