Debi, I have the same surgery date as you although I'll be in NJ. I'm scared, too. I try not to dwell on what might happen and concentrate on positive things. That usually does the trick, but I've found myself very anxious and short tempered with my family and I think its all my fears coming out. So you are not alone. From all I've read on here, we'd be abnormal if we didn't have such fears. I guess just about everyone does. I can't say I'm excited about the actual surgery...just excited by the prospect of how it is going to change my life. Right now, I just want it over and done with. God bless and I wish you the best of luck for a safe surgery and a smooth recovery.