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I made it. I almost can't believe I did it. I have to admit the most pain I have is in the hands where the IV blew out. My R hand is killing me. I guess it could be worse. I will be glas to get a shower and sleep in my own bed. 
I will update again soon.

This is my last post before I go into the hospital tomorrow morning- 6:45 so at least I don't have to wait long.
I am ready. I feel pretty confident saying that. I had to say it out loud and now I feel it. 
I have drank the crud required by the doc and it isn't very pleasant but all part of it. 
I will post again as soon as I get home.

It is just a waiting game now. 4 days to go. I have pretty much everything I need for vitamins and fluid that I can think. I have been told not to go hog wild on protein powders as I may change my tastes and dislike what I have paid for so I stick with a few I like now and hope they work.
I am almost speechless as I get closer. I hope I am ready and don't screw this up. I have a busy few days ahead and that is good because I don't do well waiting and stewing. I need one good day to clean up the house and have all my ducks in a row. I don't have a lot of time for that though.
Also I haven't been doing the diet plan so tight- I am thinking about the things I won't be able eat and eating those. I haven't been on the scale in days so I am afraid of it.
I need to get more centered before Wednesday.
I think I will post on and ask for some support.

On Thursday 1/18 passed my medical clearance appointment with flying colors. I am starting to feel like it is all coming together now. As part of my educational classes we must present our plan to our class this Monday . We took a test to determine what areas we need the most help with. Well I have read all 6 articles and they hit me right on the mark. I found the food and exercise great and have a pretty firm plan for those. The hardest part is the coping skills. I am learning that changes must be made to my life if I want to succeed long term.
I have a difficult time taking time for myself and then not feeling guilty about it.
I want to be the best wife and mother I can be. I am hoping the surgery and personal growth I am going through will help me do that.

January 16, 2007
I got the call today- February 7th. 
I guess all my questions have been answered and I am ready to go. 
I will post more tomorrow after class.

WooHOO!

January 14, 2007
So I am now starting to have second thoughts. I am loosing weight and happy with the results but now I am thinking should I just keep working on my own??
But then again when i start to feel stresses yesterday I eat Ring Dings!! This is not going to be an option after surgery so I guess I do need it.
 Another class on Monday so I am hoping this will strengthen my resolve again.

On Thursday I called the insurance company and was told I was approved but the Dr didn't give an estimated date so they would now give the approval to the Dr. I did call Dr office and inform them of this but I have not heard back.
Waiting SUCKS!!

January 8,2007

I attended my first education class and am revved to go now. It really put a lot into perspective. As she told us we really need to kick it into gear now.
If nothing else  the classes will help keep the momentum going.
Tomorrow meeting with the nutritionist again.
I am hoping to wrap the diet up a little tighter. Now I am making changes but don't feel I have a definitive plan.

Still sounds as if surgery will be February.

January 1, 2007

So today I am starting to document my journey. I am attempting to make it feel more real.

I first went to an info seminar on November 22, 2006 and had looked on the internet for some info but had no real knowledge about any WLS. I have decided to take the plunge. I have met with the nutritionist for the first time and had the appointments with the psychologist. I am starting the 4 required education classes on January 8, 2006. The psychologist advised that usually surgery gets booked in the next month after the classes are completed.

I think this process is moving along pretty fast but I feel ready to get this weight off.I believe the insurance authorization starts this month so it all hinges on this.

My next appointment with the surgeon is Friday January 5,2006.

I believe this is when I will be booked for any tests he requires.

I will add some photos as soon as I take some- Not many pictures of me out there.

1st appt 303

1/1/07 299

January 6, 2007

 

Met with the surgeon Friday. I left feeling both elated and disappointed. I was happy to learn I have lost 10lbs( need to lose 17)

On the other hand I saw the Doc for like 2 minutes. As I stood in the exam room he scribbled in my chart, told me I wasan excellent candidate and left. I was asking questions to his back as he walked out.

The good news is that he did say my insurance comp BC/BS was one of the best and usually no problems.

I received a letter in the mail the next day with my gallblader ultrasound appt, script for my bloodwork and EKG and then the appt for medical clearance.

Boy it is getting real now!!

303/293/As low as I can go!!

He did say looks like a February Surgery date. We will see.