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thanks for the support guys .Iam so looking foward to getting the ride started , Kathy how long did it take to get to you'r surgery day , I get so frustrated in waiting . I try not to think about it and keepmy mind busy with other things . I have a 11 Year old son [sorry almost12 year old son ] He will be 12 on Tuesday ,he keeps reminding me .OH what I would give to be 12 again . Kathy if there is any advice you could give me it would be greatly appericated . Its nice to now that your not alone , Have a great morning and GOD BLESS YOU Thanks a bunch

Howdy Hon, So glad you come to join us. Welcome,  I know that things will work out for ya. You'll do great, and you'll make alot of wonderful new friends and lot of extended family that will take wonderful care of ya.  They have knowledge, and with all they know it's  like hav'n a dictionary of WLS info. WHoo Hoo Can't bet that with a stick. Each one is to be treasured.  Hugs and welcome Barb    
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Welcome to the boards!  You are in for an amazing journey, full of ups and downs and all kind of excitement.  If you ever need anything , just ask.  That's what a support group is all about. So, keep us informed of how things are going!   Hang On!

Ditto what Scott and all the others have said.  I actually hit this website more than I do my email or any other site I use.  It is a great way to get information, support, and to just get to know other folks.  We have all been where you are and we are here for you.  Hang in there, your ride will start soon and then hang on because it is awesome.

Welcome to our board!  This is a great group and the best support that I have had in this journey.  I live in Sevierville, so we are next door neighbors! Marilyn

You sure came to the right place for prayers and support. Welcome! We look forward to getting to know you!

Welcome to the TN board. You will find all kinds of support here. We are here to celebrate with you as well as commiserate. We have all been through the dreaded insurance waiting game. That is probably the hardest, most stressful part of this journey. Hang in there girl and just keep us posted on your progress. Feel free to ask any and all questions. There are no stupid questions. Anything you can worry or wonder about has already been experienced by someone here and we are willing to share thoughts, suggestions and solutions. I don't think any topic is taboo. We have talked about body parts, body part functions and lack of function. We talk about poo and inability to go. So ask away.

Hi Leigh, Dr. Ray performed my lapband 12-6-07.  Everything went great!  Dr. Ray and his staff are wonderful.  Have you attended the Support Group Meeting at Blount Memorial?  Very helpful.  The next meeting is 3-6-08 at 7:00 p.m.  Hope to see you there.... Ellen

Hi Leigh,   Just wanted to welcome you to the board!  And ditto what has already been said.  Nothing here is taboo; if you have thought of a question or concern, then so has someone else here and more than likely has already posted about it.  Never hesitate to ask, vent or praise (even yourself!).  Good luck in the approval process and keep us posted!

YOU GUY'S ARE SO AWESOME , I feel so much better knowing that you all are my supportand it's nice to know that we can depend on each other . I just have to remember that regardless of what it is you guy's are there or have been through it before . I just can't say thank's enough you'r wonderful .I'm looking foward to starting my journey and you guys are all there with me . GOD BLESS YOU ALL