Hi, me again :P

Try not to stress yourself out, you will only make yourself freak out just before surgery.

I had my first surgery when I was a little stinker but when I go in for my revisions now, I go in thinking 'I'm going to come out better than i am going in.'

You will see what I mean, when you come out feeling like a whole new person.
Of course, being your first surgery, you will be a bit tender for a few days to a couple of weeks, and your head may need some getting used to the pressure change. But hey, gives you an excuse to lounge around doing nothing but relaxing

Whether things go wrong, we come through stronger. I promise you.
Each time a new problem comes up with me, I go into hospital feeling that little more positive than before. You overcome the anxiety.

If you want something to look forward to, its got to be the anesthetic :P
But if I were you, I wouldnt answer the questions they ask you just as youre drifting off, you may feel as if you are sleeping, but you carry on babbling and saying things you really wish you hadnt said, when youre reminded what you said. Ive said a few things that i will never live down, eg: 'I love Dr.Moore!!' Dr moore, was an old chap, an opthamologist. Just lucky I had chose the guy that wasnt in the theatre at the time!!
Ive learnt to ignore the questions now, just to keep my dignity

Best of luck to you, I wish you world of best wishes and pray for you to overcome this anxiety.
Youre stronger than you think. Most people would bottle the thought of a brain operation, but given the chance to feel better, you have taken it. Believe me, youre strong and youre going to be fine