PAULA~~ YES, waiting is SO hard. I am not a paitent person. Here are some ideas: KEEP FOCUSED ON WHY YOU'RE HAVING THE SURGERY ~~ KEEP POSITIVE~~KEEP BUSY (clean a closet, read a book, do more WLS research) GIVE BACK TO OTHERS (post a supportive message to someone's surgery page, volunteer) If you find yourself getting "antsy", post a message to the message board or journal your thoughts. You will get through this. We are all here to support you and help you make it. I have some lists/info on my profile page that might be helpful to you. BEST WISHES ON YOUR WLS JOURNEY