Katrina M. 24 years, 6 months ago

Well all...this is my goodbye for now. tomorrow morning I am off to the Dr's 2 hours away for my pre-op appointment and pre-op tests!Then Thursday is my day...I am excited a little more nervous now and trying to hold in my fears. I have so many people worrying and crying for me, I don't have to worry about that part :-) I want my sister to know how much I lover her and I could not pick a better angel! We took my before pictures tonight (I almost started to suck in my timmy...) and we also did my measurements! YUCK. Glad this is the only time they will ever be that measurement again!! I love you all...will be on the computer as soon as I am able!! God bless all! trina

Karen J. 24 years, 6 months ago

Dear Trina: I just left your house and cried all the way home, my tears are now dry and I've placed my trust in the Lord. You've said it to me a million times and you are so very right! HE has HIS hand on you and this whole process and with that, what more could you possibly need? Certainly not a cry baby big sister!!! Oh, well, get over it cause it's in our genes as you well know! I'm sure there will be plenty more of those before this is all said and done too! I stood there tonight taking your "before" pictures and my thoughts were filled with, "She's soooo beautiful! Look at those beautiful green eyes and that gorgeous smile! Look at those delicate wrists and how the heck did she get so lucky to have such small ankles! and those boobies!! Man if I could just have an "a" cup of those I'd be a "D"!!! HEY WORLD!! THIS IS MY BABY SISTER!!!! I'M SO EXTREMELY PROUD OF HER!!! (yes, even with your hair pulled up like Wilma Flinstone you are still gorgeous! Seeing you like that, so carefree tonight with your hair piled on top of your head reminded me of the baby picture we have of you in the red velvet dress and your hair pulled up on top in a bow-ok! enough of that!!! must be allergies, yea, thats the ticket my allergies are acting up and making my eyes all watery) I know that the next few months are going to be hard on you but do you have any idea how hard the next few days are going to be for me? (yes, I'm still the selfish one!) Until I can see you for myself and truely know with my own eyes and my own touch of your soft skin that you are okay I'm probably going to be a basket case! (pray for the kids and Don, they're going to need it! LOL) So, little sister, you better rest well on your way home because I'll be at your door the minute you arive to see you for my own self! If you call before you get back to town I'll whip up a batch of broth for you (hahaha)! You're going to be fine Katrina (& if the good Lord is willing and the creek don't rise, I will be too - smirk). Welcome to the first day of the rest of your life! May God keep you and bless you. Love, Karen

Katrina M. 24 years, 6 months ago

Well...4 more days. I really have not had any "nervous" or "scared" feelings per say. But there is something I have noticed that makes me know I am nervous. I have a twitch in my eye that is coming and going. That ONLY happens when I am really stressed out or I am nervous. I am getting very anxious and excited. I can not wait! Thanks for everyone's support, I would not be where I am without it!! HUGS to my sister, she is the best!!trina

Judi H. 24 years, 6 months ago

You will be in my thoughts and prayers that day. You take care :) Judi Hebb

Carol O. 24 years, 6 months ago

I hope your surgery and recovery is quick and painfree, You'll be in our hearts and prayers as you venture to the thin healthy side of life, Take care and God Bless Carolann/pre-op

Barbara H. 24 years, 6 months ago

Much good luck, Katrina... the Other Side is fantastic!!! We are all pulling for you. *smile*

Karen J. 24 years, 6 months ago

Oh yea, and don't forget to tell the surgeon that if he *really* needs an assistant, it's not too late for me to take the day off! I could probably teach him a thing or 2!! And by the way, that should have been I love you more Dough-co head!

Karen J. 24 years, 6 months ago

Ok, little sister, you have exactly 1 week left before you start your new you! I still wish you could have had your surgery on the 31st cause then you could be Humpty Dumpty for Halloween! LOL (just kidding, I'm actually praying that you don't have any of the yucky stuff that can happen!) I've been busy with your journal and am anxious to see what you have in yours...you have been doing this right?? (have you met my sister, Queen Procrastinator) now is the time that will be so precious to you in a month so start writing girlie!! The next few days are going to drag by but at the same time they will fly like none other in your life. Just remember that good things come to those that wait and you've been waiting a long time for this so it's going to be just great! I'm here for you all the way baby sister and even though I won't be there physically when you wake up from surgery mom and Art have been instructed to carry a tape recorder and camcorder to capture your every moan, groan and word; not to mention getting an accurate account of *just how many times you hit that button*!! LOL By the time the day is over for me and I know that you are ok, my boss and coworkers will probably be wishing I had that button in my hand! (someone please just knock her out already! LOL) I love you with all of my heart and can't wait until I can hear you say, "I've made it to the other side!" and be glad that you did. I love you more! DOCO HEAD!!! Karen

Karen J. 24 years, 6 months ago


Katrina M. 24 years, 6 months ago

Well all, 10 more days. It seems like it was just yesterday when I first looked up this sight. I must say thanks to all, without even knowing it each one of you has been a tremendous help. I am excited, nervous, a little scared, but most of all I am READY!! Let's start the PARTY~~~~~!! :-) trina
About Me
Richland, Wa
Location
25.8
BMI
RNY
Surgery
11/01/2001
Surgery Date
Jul 09, 2001
Member Since

Before & After
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before
301lbs
after-what a difference!!!
168lbs

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