WLS in November

Well, in a couple of days, I will be officially 4 weeks Post Op, I've lost almost 25 pounds already, and can really feel and see a difference.  I've been recovering very well.  The surgery went great, I spent 2 days in the hospital.  Was pretty sore when I returned home, I slept on the couch for a couple of weeks, and worked with my new body introducing foods and liquids.  I've had some nauseous days, but not many.  Overall I've been feeling fine.
I've had a great support system and that has made a big difference.
I'll be taking more photos, and keeping you all updated. 
I am focused on getting my resume out right now, and landing a great job very soon.  Please keep me in your prayers, I'll be back soon to give my praise report to Glory of God, and the Faithfulness of His promises and provision!

Well, it's been awhile since I made my last post.  So much has happened, I got the insurance authorization, after waiting 3 weeks, on the same day, later in the after noon, 10/22 (last monday) I also got layed off from my job!
OMG!
So, now, tomorrow is my preop appointment, and then next Thursday I have surgery, in the middle of plastering the internet with my resume, and desperately praying my heart out and believing the Lord has a great job for me in the coming weeks!
I'm so blessed to have received the surgery authorization the day I did!  Months of preparation getting ready, and now it's finally for sure!
I had to pay almost $300 in Cobra for coverage in November, but I thought it is more than worth it, and not have to start all over some other time, by putting off the surgery.  Losing this weight will help me get a better job, in fact it will help me in every single area of my life.
Hopefully my marriage will be restored as well.  Yes, I'm in the "fire" so to speak spiritually, but God is faithful!  And all God's people said "Amen!"
So tomorrow at my preop, they'll tell me everything I need to do in preparation for next Thursday big day.  I'm sure that I'll have alot to do.  My Aunt is going to take me to the Hospital and pick me up afterwards.  My insurance authorized me to stay 2 days in the Hospital, and I think that's exactly what I'll do.
So, my son will take some pictures of me next week, and I'll get them posted here on my site, so ya'll can see what I look like, moreso, so we can all see the changes every month!
Stay tuned, I'm almost on the "losing side" now, all the long waiting is almost to pay off!
Love Annie

i can't believe it!  I got the surgery date, (pending the very itty bitty final authorization from insurance, but I'm sure it will be just fine!  My pre op is next wed 10/17 and my surgery is the following Tues 10/23.  This is the day I will be begin to re-live my life.
I loved what one of my new "friends" said about the whole thing, because I agree so much,  I don't this overweight person.  This is not me.  I've been alive wrapped in the coccoon of another person.  I don't understand this person, nor do I want to spend any more time here.  I want to break out of this "fat suit" so my glory can shine.  I know so many people feel the same way.  
I am on the verge of making a way for this to happen, and I can hardly believe it.  What a surreal feeling, just a couple weeks to a time when my life begins to turn around for the better in every area.  Because my self confidence will begin to explode.  May the real Annie please stand up!
I find myself thinking of it all through the day, everything reminds me of it, and I am getting everything in order.  
I'll keep you posted.
Annie

9/14/07 Friday
I go to meet with Dr. Ali in the morning everyone~ I know it will be hard to sleep tonight~
Will I get the surgery date tomorrow? Will I know when my day that I begin to live again?
Last night I was on the Chat line here with OH, and it was so fun! I have met so many great people!
OK, so I'll update after my meeting tomorrow!  Whew Hew!!!!
Annie