My heart goes out to you. 💛 Sitting in a waiting room alone before a procedure can feel so much bigger than the procedure itself. The waiting, the uncertainty, the thoughts that start running through your mind—it's a lot for one person to carry. And if you cry before they sedate you, that's okay. Truly. You're human. You're scared. You're facing something unknown today. Tears don't mean you're weak; they mean you're feeling something important. One thing I've learned is that courage doesn't mean not being afraid. Courage is showing up anyway. I'm glad you shared this instead of carrying it by yourself. And I'm glad you've found a community where you feel safe enough to say, "I'm scared." That's a gift. A few hours from now, this part will be behind you. The procedure will be over. You'll be waking up on the other side of it. For now, be gentle with yourself. I'm sending a prayer your way: 🙏 Lord, please surround her with peace today. Guide the hands of every doctor, nurse, and technician involved in her care. Replace fear with comfort, loneliness with Your presence, and uncertainty with trust. Let her know she is not alone. Amen. You don't have to be brave every second. You only have to take the next step in front of you. And you've already done that by walking through the door. 💛