Debbie, I just saw this thread. I haven't had time to be on Pet Talk much.
I am sorry that you are facing surgery - and of course,that can be scary.

I don't know a thing about your type of surgery - but some of the others do and it sounds as though you will be happy when it is all over - and feeling much better.

Just the same - I think some prayers to lay the groundwork for you are in order. You can count on mine that all goes well - and you can fully enjoy Christmas goodies without any fear assuming you will be well by then.