813_BlessedOne's Blog

HALF WAY THERE!!!

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 23:45:00 -0700

77 days out..... 08/07/2008

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 22:11:00 -0700

Hello everyone! It's been a while since I updated my page and so much has happen. First of all, I'm feeling wonderful! I'm in love with myself. i pass by mirrors just to look at myself. I went from a size 24 to a 18. I have not had any ...

I'm a LOSER!!!!--04/23/2008

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 19:36:00 -0700

Well it is finally over and i'm on my way to new beginnings. First I want to think everyone for the support that was offered and well wishes I really needed it. Let's begin... Sunday night I could hardly sleep I was so nervous. I arrived at the hospital around 8:45am. ...

In less than 24 hours--04/20/08

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 11:07:00 -0700

Tomorrow is show time!! I was having 2nd thoughts, and just letting my nerves get the best of me. Surprisingly, today i'm calmer. I had to make myself eat because I have not had a appetite the last 2 days. I decided to keep myself occupied as much as possible ...

Pre-Op Appt-- 04/18/2008

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 19:08:00 -0700

Today I went to the hospital and signed several forms: consent for procedures, etc... I asked a few more questions since this is my first surgey. I wanted to know what will happen from start to finish. The nurse was very pleasant, and patient with me. She encouraged questions and ...

Good News!!!! 04/16/2008

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 05:31:00 -0700

The wait is over... United Healthcare approved me. So, my surgery date is 04/21/08 at 0900. I'm so scared. I've gone from being nervous to scared. So I'm just praying. Friday I go to the hospital for pre-op procedure. I'm sure all will go well.

The Phone Call---04/15/2008

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 20:19:00 -0700

I recieved a phone call today from the doctor's office. When I saw the phone number my heart started beating so fast. I was so nervous I almost didn't answer the phone. Anyway, she was calling to inform me that she submitted paperwork spoke with my insurance company and they ...

My last office visit--04/14/2008

Mon, 14 Apr 2008 20:34:00 -0700

I went to my last appt with Dr. Fernandez. Everything is good!! I asked alot of last minute questions, and Dr. fernandez welcomed them all and gave me all the time and attention I needed. My information was submitted today to United Healthcare for approval. So I'm just waitingfor the phone ...

1 day at a time--04/10/2008

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 05:05:00 -0700

Tomorrow I have a consult with the nutritionist. At that point all pre-assessment procedures will be complete. I will have another visit with Dr. Fernandez and my info will be submitted to my insurance company for approval. I'm so excited and ready to get this over with.