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NO REALLY....FINALLY!!!!!!!!!!!

Jun 26, 2008

WELL... I just got off the phone with Highmark... paperwork is in and.... I GOT APPROVED!!!!!!!!!!!!!  I am in work so I can not scream... but crap if I didn't want to!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!  My letter was sent yesterday so I should have that shortly and be on my way.  It just does not seem real.  Thank you to eveyone here who has been supportive and even to those of you that did not know how you were helping me through your inspirational and moving stories!  How can I possibly work now?  AAAAAAAA!!!!!  I am just so happy!!!!

FINALLY!!!

Jun 22, 2008

Well it is finally over!  My 6-month medically supervised diet is FINALLY OVER!!!    My coordinator faxed over all of my paperwork to Highmark on Friday.  Now... the wait begins.  I am keeping my fingers, toes, arms and legs crossed (you can imagine how hard it is to type this with eveything crossed!!!)  LOL    I am hoping this portion of the process goes quickly.  I really hope that surgery takes place this summer.    Can't wait to report that I have a date!!!!  

Memorial Day - May 26, 2008

May 26, 2008

Well it is less than a month until I submit my past 6-months of office visits to my insurance company and I am totally excited.  I do not know if it is the fact that it is not right around the corner or if I just have a good vibe, but I am totally optimistic about everything going through.  My doctor and I followed the EXACT guidelines we were supposed to follow and I even started to see a therapist who specializes in eating disorders of all kinds and has many patients that have had gastric bypass.  She is a great resource!

Hopefully this time next month I swill have awesome news to report!!!

Have a great Memorial Day and an awesome summer everyone!



Another Doctor's Visit Down!!

Apr 26, 2008

Well I got through another month and another doctor's visit.  Just 2 more to go.  I had a hell of a month.  I am moving to a new office outside of Philadelphia.  Work is SUPER busy.  Things have been nuts at home running my busy teenager all around.  To make things even worse, my uncle died suddenly.  It was a freak accident, but our family is still in shock.  It has been hard to focus on anything.  The good news is that I have renewed my drive and desire to move ahead with whatever I need to do to have surgery.  If there is one thing I have learned through the sudden death of my uncle is that life it WAY TOOOO SHORT!!!  I have also started to see a therapist who specializes in eating disorders of all kinds.  She actually did my inital psych eval and I really made a connection.  She has been away for 3 weeks, but my next appointment this upcoming week.  I think I may have a lot to talk about!!  Here's to getting through the next month without the emotional rollercoaster!

March 30. 2008

Mar 30, 2008

It was a beautiful weekend in Philly this weekend.  A little chill, but sunny and showing signs of Spring.  Opening day of the Phillies is tomorrow and summer is right around the corner.  I am showing signs of impatience.  I don't know HOW I am going to wait until June to be done this diet.  I know the end will justify the means, but it still drive me nuts that some insurance company is in control of my destiny... well at least in control right now.  I guess spring fever is getting to me and I would love this summer to be a skinny one.  It is encouraging to hear everyone's stories.  I know one day (soon) I will be sharing my post-surgery stories to others that are waiting for surgery or deciding whether or not it is the right choice for them.   Going out to enjoy the rest of the beautiful day!

March 19, 2008

Mar 19, 2008

I nearly freaked out today!  I received a call from the insurance coordinator from the center where I am having my surgery done.  Her message was cryptic.  I got so excited and actually thought that she was calling to let me know that my surgery was approved!  She was just calling to check in on me to make sure I was doing okay and that I was following my medically supervised diet.  I wanted to scream.  At least she warned me that she would be calling in another 6 weeks!  LOL  My third appointment is tomorrow night after work.  Wonder if I will have lost any more weight?  Hmmm.  I have been geting around more this month . . . guess that counts for exercise   Lets hope for a few more pounds this month!!!!!  Go ME!

March 08

Mar 04, 2008

March already?!?  Can't believe it.  I have just 2 weeks to my next appointment.  Trying to keep moving and trying to lose a few more pounds this month.  I am so motivated by everyone on this site.  I check it every day to see how people are doing and to get more inspiration.  Everyone keep up the great work!!! 

February 15, 2008

Feb 15, 2008

Well my second (of 6) visit is done.  My doctor is great.  She is all over the documentation,etc. so the insurance company gets exactly what they want!  :)  I lost 6 pounds since my last visit.  I feel really good about it, but can't wait for the day when I can report that number with a zero after it!  LOL  That's all for now.  I am home sick so I think I am going to take advantage of the time and take a nice nap!
Here's to a GREAT weekend!

February..Month 2

Feb 13, 2008

I spent a lot of time with my family this weekend (a bridal shower & 60th b/d party) and I got to share my decision with the rest of the family.  I think everyone is pretty excited and by sharing my decision, I started to get really excited about it all over again.  My family is the greatest.  I am so blessed with such a great group of people.  They will be the support and love that whill get me through the waiting for surgery, the surgery itself and my recoup after. 

Of course ,I wish my surgery was tomorrow, but so far time is moving quickly... Friday is my 2nd doctor's appointment for my medically supervised diet.  Only 4 more left!!!  YAHOO!!!  I guess a good way to look at this is that if all goes well with the insurance company, my surgery could be July which, after recouping, would give me a little extra summer vacation!  :) 

January 30, 2008

Jan 30, 2008

Well today I finally came to terms that I am going to have to do the 6-month MD supervised diet.    I have gotten lots of support and realized that everything happens for a reason.  My dad needs surgery and will need me to take care of him.  Also, one of the girls I work with needs surgery too.  I guess these are the reasons I needed to wait.  So... instead of just "waiting" I made all my doctor appointments (through June), found out exactly what should be documented and decided to make the most of these extra months!  Now I am counting the months and days until surgery!!! 

A side note... I had my sleep study done last nigh... UGH!  That SUCKED and I hope that I NEVER have to go through it again.  Now I know how my Christmas Tree feels!  LOL 
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