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My mom is concerned... The U.S. hospitals include "after care". Mom is concerned that my insurance won't cover anything at home in the event something went wrong. I'm thinking, What?? They cannot refuse service to uninsured people. Seriously? Of course, I don't know if calling them and asking them is wise. No doubt I'd have some sort of red flag in my file hahahaha (am I just sure the insurance companeis are out to mess with people?) Anyway, I will easily get a referral to a nutritionist BEFORE I go have surgery...then it's not "pre-existing" lol as if I got this fat overnight. But does anyone have thoughts on post-op follow-up care>? Don't they just look at your incisions? Am I naieve? Thanks for your input!

Hi there! My dad is going with me. I will look for you though! I'm hoping I am sitting poolside at the Lucerna Saturday or Sunday! :-) I'm staying Wed. night at the hospital and having surgery on Thursday morning after pre-op tests... At least, that's my understanding.

Thanks Dawn. And to you!! woooooooohooooooooooo

That is SO wonderful!! I am so happy for you. It sounds as if you've reached a place where you are breaking free of the obsession--what a spectacularly healthy place to be! Truly, being free from the "what" or "when" is my next meal...isn't that the final apron string so-to-speak? GO GIRL!! I'm so proud of you...and I can't wait to get to this same place and declaration! HALLELUJAH!

Amazing!! I am so happy for you. ROFL you are intense on the exercise (poor dog...picturing my poor Jack flopping down at the mile mark and refusing to move unless carried) lol Keep it up

t Thanks...r we there yet??

Wow...how frustrating. Nobody else can do it? That seems strange...completely inefficient. Send Guido. :-) j/k

I hope your recovery improves... I agree with you, a phone call is probably in order to ease your mind. I hope that the weight loss does indeed help with the liver issue! Take care of yourself...and "keep on swimming!"

LucyCat, Yes, I think many will testify to having a lot of those same thoughts popping-up! First of all, I hope you are pleasantly surprised to find your boss very supportive! I suggest you make a list...take a deep breath and do one thing at a time. :-) Consider 28 day's a great time to get some things in order. Breathe, breathe, breathe! Good luck

Welcome Daniel. Congrats...this is a great resource for information, candidness, and support! hahaha some of the stuff the brochures don't tell you!

Best wishes NewlifC! See you on the victory side!

Awww Silverlining...you have started on a step toward life!!! I think just making this decision will help lift you and help you focus. You can do this and we will do it together!

Thank you!!!

Sounds delish. mmmmm spicy italian sausage....chives, ricotta...oh my (down girl!)

I am seriously Laughing SO HARD my tummy hurts. I like your style lady!

I am able to have 3-4 Protein shakes per day, a salad with protein (egg, fish, chicken, etc.) This afternoon, I was crazy (I'm seriously pms'ing or something and I can't even imagine starting my flo the day before surgery. Lord, please...) Anyway, I had picked up a tip to make homemade broth and freeze in ice cube trays for post-op...which I did, an excellent homemade low-so broth. So I took a cup worth, drizzled a scrambled egg into it, added green onions and made a faux egg-drop soup. It totally helped me. I'm not going to sweat the small stuff (like the voice in the back of my head screaming, WAS THAT ON THE LIST???). I start Clear liquids Monday. Wow...what was I thinking inviting folks to my house for the 4th?? WE CAN DO THIS and it WILL be worth it all!

thanks for the post! I have settled on Dr. Kelly also and my date is right around the corner. Love to hear anothers perspective and I love the surprise question you asked him and I appreciate your tactful and gracious posting of his response. Thanks again, Susan

OK, this may be elementary but I cannot find hide nor hair of an answer on the USGOV website (keeping commentary to self here...) To get an expedited passport, I need to prove travel within 14 days. I'm not flying to Mexico and last I checked, you don't need a passport to enter California. Will I have to show a surgery schedule date? Anyone know? And IF I have to show travel to San Diego for good faith, does anyone know if an e-ticket will work or do I have to go get a hard copy? lol details details I figure if I carry my birth certificate and drivers license with me, legally I'm good...but...I really do want to come home! hahahahaha Thanks in advance!

Incredible. Go Malcolm, go Malcolm!!! wooohoooo

Wow...what an encouragement you are! You are doing fantastic. Congratulations.

HAHAHA SO exciting!!!!! It's like Christmas everyday in the forum!!! I'm happy for you!

Oh my word...why am I crying? How thrilling!!! Congrats...jumping and jiggling here for you!!

kayjunqueen, your are singing my song sista! I just started counseling after some soul rocking revelations in an already disfunctional life! I will be rooting for you, please keep posting! I have just made me decision (during the last month or so) and things are moving rapidly because I have a supportive parent standing by to bless me with the finances. I may be sleeving in the next 1-2 weeks, barring any major setbacks in my labwork. Wishing you the best and looking forward to taking the journey with y'all

That's SO Awesome. You are doing great and you are beautiful! You gave me a giggle because I just got my passport photos yesterday at costco, spur of the moment...saw the sign and thought I might need that. They are UGLEEE Can't wait to do my own comparison!! Thanks for posting. LOVE IT!

I am so sorry for the ignorant and likely, jealous people in your life making those hurtful comments. I pray everything goes EXTRAordinary for you!!