I am so suprised how easy it was to get an actual date.  My surgeon says I have real good insurance so he said he forsees no problems in getting insurance carrier approval.  I am quite firmilliar with the roller coaster.  I dont tell everyone because I hear, " you are getting that done" when it comes to the RNY.  Some times when you hear things like that you start to second guess your choice.  I know what works for me and that is why I chose the RNY.  I am so happy about my wonderful holiday present.  I look forward to the dealth by chocolate my Aunt makes for Christmas dessert.  I think I will enjoy it more now than ever before.  I thank you all for all of your advice and input.  It truly helps!!

I am excited!  I am so thankfull for all of the support I get on this website!  Does everyone go on a liquid diet 3 to 4 weeks before their surgery?  I never knew that. I am an otherwise healthly woman so I am hoping to come out of this ok.  I am looking forward to being on the "loosers" bench!!  My emotions vary as to doubt and second guessing myself according to what kind of day I am having or to what comments I hear.  I get a lot of "come back" answers from this site and that is wonderful!!  I thank you all!!!!!!!!!!

I will be thinking of you! Keep me posted! I hope all goes well!

How wonderful, Esther. I'm thrilled for you both. Have a wonderful holiday.

 Dr. Washington is leaving on December 21.  He will no longer be in NJ.  I just found out today.  Two new surgeons took over his practice.