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Just want to provide an update.  I'm down 99 lbs since my surgery.  I feel great about myself and have no regrets.  I have to admit that I have experienced challenges with relationships in dealing with people's personally and professionally.  That has been the hardest part.  I feel like I'm the same person but people treat me differently.  Instead of asking me of how I'm doing, the leading question is now "how much weight have you lost?"  "you look like a skeleton".  I don't really think that people realize how their words impact a person.  I had my really close friend refer to me as a conceited B****.  I had done nothing to her personally, but she is insecure now b/c i'm no longer the person that make her feel good about herself.  But that is her issue and not mine.

The main point is I have no surgery regrets and my recovery has been excellent.  It is the emotional part of this roll-a-coaster that has been the most challenging.  I have faith in God and I know that everything happens for a reason.

I had my two week follow up today.  I was down 32 pounds.  The doctor and staff were very encouraging and supportive throughout this whole ordeal.  I'm really eager to get back in the swing of things.  I'm going back to work tomorrow and I'm really excited.  Staying home is about to drive me crazy!

At this point, I have no regrets.  I come to realize it is a lot of work  just to ensure I get the proper hydration, protein, vitamins, etc.  I've just had to take it one step at a time because it can be a little overwhelming.  But I've said bye bye to 32 lbs and looking forwarding to continued loss and journey!

Well my surgery date is rapidly approaching.  It is hard to believe I'm less than 48 hours to extensively changing my life.  I'm both nervous and excited.  My boss who is 2 year post-op, has been absolutely awesome!  She has been so supportive and I feel that God placed her in my life at this time.  She has provided words of encouragement and I'm eternally grateful.  When I let work today she came by and gave me hug and told me to call her if I'm happy, sad, day or night!  It has really eased my anxiety.

My mom will be with me through my recovery.  I'm not afraid of the pain, but I have never had surgery and have the pre-surgery jitters.  My doctor is awesome and I couldn't in more capable hands.  I'm just focusing my life post surgery and what taking this weight off will mean to me.  I'm so ready to be on the loser's bench.  This will be my last post until I'm home and coherent but I will keep you posted on my progress.

Keep me in your thoughts and prayers!

Well I received approval on 6/22/07.  I was in Puerto Rico when I got the news.  Now I'm in a tug of war with my job to negotiate when I can take the time off prior to 8/22/07.  I'm really disappointed in my boss.  I thought she would have been more understanding having gone through this procedure herself but of course it's always business first.  I originally had a date for 7/19/07, but I'm going to reschedule for 8/2/07.  I'm not deviating from that date and the job will just have to suck it up.  This has been a long journey for me and I'm almost at the finish line and I refuse to be deterred.  After battling with the insurance company for months, I will not be denied!

After I initially thought I complete my prereqs in March, the insurance notified me that the diet history had been changed as of 1/1/07.  I have to complete additional 3 months, which is fine.  My official last nutrition date is 6-1-07.  I have confirmed with the case manager and medical director at Coventry that this is the last item to complete and I can expect approval.  The good this is I have a direct phone number to follow up.  The case manager states a decision is  made within 24-48 hours.  So by the first full week of June I should have a decision.  I'm trying not to get excited but I hope once approval is received I can get a surgery date pretty quick.  Baylor is really popular so it may be difficult but I'm so ready.  Anyway, I'll provide an update in a couple of weeks.

I had my final appointment today with the nutritionist which completed my 90 day supervised diet and I have completed the other laundry list of items as well.  I met all my goals and now the waiting games begins.  They will now submit my paperwork to the insurance company and I should receive a decision in the next 30 days or so.  I'm keeping fingers and toes crossed :-)