Surgery is a Go!

Well, I saw the surgeon yesterday. He thinks I am a good candidate for the surgery. We are going for the laparoscopic Roux-en-Y version. There is a small chance they'll have to do an open version of the surgery, which would then entail removal of my gall bladder, BUT, that shouldn't be necessary as I am young and mostly healthy.
I am now awaiting insurance approval, which technically I have, but we have to do all the paperwork anyway. Once I get the letter from them, I then schedule a date. At this point, anticipating September/October as his schedule is out that far already. I am hoping for September personally, the week after my cousin's wedding would be perfect! I then have 4-8 weeks off, it really depends on how well my recovery goes. I am hoping for the eight weeks, and am going to push for it. Time to get used to my new eating habits and I want to be eating normal food again by the time I get back to work. If you recall from my previous postings, I'll be on the "baby" food diet for 4-6 weeks.
So, I am excited that I have the good ahead, but a little bit nervous as this will be a HUGE transition point in my life. I know its for the better though.
Thanks for following along. I'll post more when I get a date scheduled!