I Had No Idea How Brave You All Have Been

[bergamini]

Thanks everyone, your kind words are very appreciated. I baby stepped my way on to the plane and taking off soon.

[hope4me]

I belive it is the unknown. but I know you will be ok.

[marilynlw]

You got this! You big baby.

[Enfury8me]

I had to laugh at your post because the surgery was not my main worry, it was the plane ride. I don't usually fly, and hadn't flown since the 80's so that was my main scary thought. good luck to you!!

[bergamini]

I'm a very frequent flier and I also enjoy it, so the plane ride is my favorite part of most trips. I think I will enjoy it nor when I can fit into the seat a bit better.

[kerbing]

Hi John....You Can Do It!!! Let us know how you're doing, okay? Sending positive thoughts your way!

[foodlover]

Good luck!! You'll do just fine!! It's normal to freak out at this point

[BiggieSmalls]

It will be really cool when you come back. The seatbelt will definitely fit better. This is going to be one of the easiest things you've ever done that's really good for you. I'll pray for a successful surgery and fast recovery.

[JENGAR]

You can do it stay strong see you on the sleeved side soon

[Nickijo]

Oh my!!! You have me nervous my mind keeps saying it's so far away and just like that it says your turn is right around the corner.

I have heard Dr Garcia is great and that everyone there will put you at ease. Best wishes to you.

[bergamini]

I'm out of baby steps to take because my surgery is next! Baby steps into the anesthesia. Already met a board member down her who had surgery yesterday an she looks great!

[scgal21]

I LOVE that movie! lol Yes, baby steps will get you to the right place. I was in the same frame of mind you are. Outside I was cool and calm, but inside I was a mess! I convinced hubby that I was fine going alone and by golly I wasn't going to show any signs of weakness, but my internal dialog was one never ending "you can do it" mantra. That first step is the biggest. I'm sending you prayers and positive thoughts.

[sweetee1213630]

Good Luck John!

[BiggieSmalls]

John - looking forward to your update.

[sassylassie]

Hi John,
By the time you read this you will be sleeved. I have 12 more sleeps to go before I am in the hands of Dr. Garcia. I am going through anxiety, sadness, excited, overwhelmed, worried, scared, uncertainty, cry at the drop of a hat......and YES frantic!!!! I can definitely relate. I hope all went well. Hugs and prayers sent your way