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Well I'm in day one of my two day clear liquid diet.  I'm a bit on the nervous side.  I'm chilly, but there is snow on the ground.  I'm not really dealing with much hunger.  I've had a couple of mugs of chicken broth, some jello, and I've had 3  16oz bottles of water, oh and a minute maid light so far today.  I'm thinking about going and taking a nap just to give my poor husband a break.  I've been running around quite a bit this morning taking care of little things and I can tell I'm running him ragged.  I want to get plenty of rest to help keep my nerves down as well.  I am just ready for this to all be over.  I want to get in there, have the surgery, and begin healing.  I'm still excited, but mostly tired of the wait.

It's finally set.  I am going to be having surgery Monday; November 26 at noon.  I have been fighting for this for so long, that I had not taken any time to think about surgery itself.  I have to admit I am scared.  I have a close relationship with God and my faith is ever strong, but I have concerns.  I think my biggest concern is the anethesia.  I use to be worried about being laid open, but that is no longer my worry.  I want to wake up and I want to make it quick.  I don't want my husband and family to be waiting on me worrying.  I have been practicing some breathing exercises to help ease the stress and concerns that keep creeping up on me.  I was wondering if anyone else has had this problem?  What did you do about it?

I got some fabulous news Wednesday.  The person reviewing my pre-authorization for approval called me Wednesday to let me know that I have been approved.  When I got home from work, I had an email from the doctor's office telling me that I will be scheduled within the next couple of weeks.  I am sooooo excited!!  It's taken so long to get to this point.  I feel like the difficult part is past me.  I just have to get my scheduled date and finish preparing for surgery.  I have done so much to get myself ready and to get approved, that I cannot imagine what else needs to be done.  But I am READY!

Today is August 1, 2007. Our insurance has finally kicked in. My husband and I both switched jobs and it took 90 days, but that day is finally here. We have gathered all the information necessary to send in for pre-approval. Unofficially I have been on a no starch diet for the past 18 days. I checked in with my primary care physician today and found out that I have lost 24 lbs. They only asked for 10 lbs. prior to a surgery date. The only starch I have been allowed is 1/2 cup of Fiber One cereal every day. That was to help with the constipation I was suffering. I have come up with many ways of enjoying this Fiber One. It wasn't exactly difficult enjoying it as a cereal since I've been having just meat and veggies.
We're hoping to get approval soon. Once I do I'll be sure to let everyone know. In the meantime you're all in my prayers and thoughts and I would love the same.
Melissa :)