Sunamoon
Finally got to the Seminar
Apr 30, 2014
So last night the wife and I left work early to go to the Seminar at Centennial Medical Center. I had been to one of the seminars years ago so I basically knew what to expect. What I didnt expect was how nervous I would be. Its such a major life change. I want the change and I know how hard and difficult its going to be to even get to the surgery let alone afterward. Dr. Olsen was wonderful. He explained all the surgeries in such a way that they were easy to understand and decide quickly what I did and did not want to do. The sleeve is Def where I want to go. I have issue's with wondering if I can truly make the necessary changes to keep the weight off once I lose it. Origonally I was also considering the DS. After hearing and seeing the explanation of that surgery I am no longer considering it. The sleeve seems to be the less invasive and does not rearrange my insides so much! But the restriction is exactly what I need to be able to get a grip on my over eating and emtional baggage.
I was also pleased to find out there is a support group right in my town and on Sat!! No need to use more work hours to try and get to appts. When I was researching there were no support group meetings close by and the ones that were, they were scheduled at times that would mean I'd have to leave work to go to. I work an odd shift, 11:15 til 8 pm, so all my appointments must be either early in the morning or on the weekend. Its a relief to know there is a support group close by that I will not have to miss! I know I am going to need those group meetings and probably a private therapist as well. I use food as my comfort any time I feel a stressful moment. There has to be a way to break the vicious cycle.
Last night I also learned there is a 3 month Dr supervised diet I have to go through in order to get my insurance to approve the surgery. I'm not looking forward to that. But I will do what ever I need to, to get the surgery and start my way to a new feel better life. I'm patiently waiting for the next step. The hostesses at the seminar said I would recieve an email after they confirmed my insurance. So hopefully there will be an email soon to tell me what to do next! I'm a bit scared of all this and aprehensive as to whether I am strong enough to fight my demons with food. But I have to try..
I would like to say to my wife that I am so grateful tohave you in my life. Your support means everything to me. I know the next few months are going to be rough with all the changes I will be going through. So I'm doubly glad to know you are one tough terrific cookie and can handle me through it all. I thank you in advance and I love you with all my heart.
Be Well ~Suna
