Hey guys! Happy Saturday... Just relaxing and enjoying my day off. I went to see the new Twilight Breaking Dawn Pt.2 last night, and I must say it is a MUST see! I loved, loved, loved, freaking loved it. I hate that it's the end though. But on to the reason for my post. I am still around 375 unfortunately. But I have found out about my new insurance. I called and talked with a representative the other day, and she informed me that my insurance does cover weight loss surgery. At the time, she couldn't tell me the limitations or wait period, but hopefully I will find out in the next week. Just wanted to update and let you guys know that atleast now I know that it is covered!!!!!! Now I am ready to find out the next step. Will ttyl. Stay sweet and God Bless. :)

Okie dokie! First off, hi everybody!!!!!!!!!!! How is your beautiful Sunday going?? Well today I have came to some realizations. I have been real stressed these past few weeks. I was doing great on my weight loss journey. I was down to 358, and now I am back up to 375. When I get stressed or depressed, like so many others, I turn to food. I don't even be hungry, but I just eat. Then when I am done eating, I still feel terrible and beat myself up even more. Living a healthy life so I can be there for my family is very important to me, but I can't seem to find a way to get back on track. I am motivated and determined to lose this weight, but these past few weeks I lost sight of the importance. The truth is I think fear of failure is clouding my motivation and determination. I know I can do this, but sometimes you just want someone to believe in you as much as you believe in yourself. I have been battling obesity since before I was a teen, and now I just want to be normal and enjoy my life for a change. I will NOT give up. I will KEEP pushing forward. I will PROMISE to give it my all, and nothing LESS than my BEST. Please just pray for me that I get my surgery, and that God gives me strength to endure all the trials and tribulations along the way. God bless and ttyl e1.

Mimi J

Back for a quick update. Everything is great. I weigh about 365 which is -91 lbs from my highest weight of 456. I haven't had surgery yet, but that is what this post is about. So guess what??? Monday I start my new job. I am so nervous but also very excited. I will be getting some pretty good insurance through BCBSAL! The premium is $290.00 but the cost to me will be $70.00. I have a $500.00 deductible with a $400.00 out of pocket maximum. The part I am anxious to find out is if the company I am working for included bariatric surgery as part of the plan. I know I will have to wait a while to even apply, but just knowing they do will be an awesome thing. I will update on Monday and let you guys know the verdict. Please send prayers up for me. Thanks and have a blessed day my friends. :)

Mimi J

Well, well, well is all I can start out saying. This past week and a half has been hard. So I went to the hospital Sunday November 27th, and was in there for almost 5 hrs in so much pain. Let me remind everyone I haven't had surgery yet. lol So the doctor tells me I have Gastritis, which is a whole heck of a lot worse than having gas. Gas pains hurt like h-e- double hockey sticks let me tell ya, but this pain was unbelieveable. I couldn't lay down and go to sleep. I couldn't lay on my stomach. I couldn't even eat. Eating jello was hard. Gastritis is where the lining of your stomach is swolllen and inflammed. My stomach looked like I was 3 months pregnant on top of the belly I already had. lol Then on top of that I had a urinary tract infection... I was like wow... So they sent me home with antibiotics and pain meds. After a few hours of the pain meds not kicking it, back to the hospital I went. This time I got a shot and more pain meds. After this past week of pain, finally being able to get down jello and lots and lots of water I am finally beginning to feel back to normal. Stomach is still a little tender but I feel much better than the previous week. I am now 416.2 lbs. I can dig that. 9 lbs lighter. 17 LBS from the 300's... I plan on being there by New Years. :) 26 days away. Well enough of all the blah, blah, blah I hope everyone is having a great day. I hope everyone's journey is going great. To everyone who had surgery congrats. I am so happy and proud of you all for taking the step to a healthier you. May God guide you and keep you in his loving grace. Until later I am going to go cuddle on my couch and decide if I am ready to put up our Christmas tree. :) I know I am late. Don't judge me. Just kidding. Love you guys!

Mimi J