My surgery date is 7/29 Dr Almanza Ive had my share of wanting to take the chicken line! But then I think of what a great opportunity I have to live a healthy life theres a lot of us out there! A lot of good people on this site to give encouragement. From what ive researched Dr Almanza is one of the best and nothing but positive comments I just keep telling myself you need to do this you need to do this! Yeah its normal to feel this way! Ive never left the country WE CAN DO THIS look forward to reading about your progress!