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Sorry, y'all! Idk why my phone posted that multiple times. ~ L Nor in TX

Just fyi...I was referred to Dr. Chris Cottrell here in Dallas by another VST member. I had my consult yesterday. I really like him, I know the surgeon that will assist & love the hospital where he will operate. I am only self pay for the sleeve part, ins will cover hernia. He is only charging me $2500. I don't know where you live, but thought I would throw that out there in case it helps anyone! ~ L Nor in TX

Just fyi...I was referred to Dr. Chris Cottrell here in Dallas by another VST member. I had my consult yesterday. I really like him, I know the surgeon that will assist & love the hospital where he will operate. I am only self pay for the sleeve part, ins will cover hernia. He is only charging me $2500. I don't know where you live, but thought I would throw that out there in case it helps anyone! ~ L Nor in TX

Hathery, I bought these jeans March 2, 2013...as soon as they are too big, I will mail them to you! You will be in them before you know it!!

I am lol'ing with you now, Jax

I am just happy you didn't focus in on any preparation H or Summer's Eve! ~ L Nor in TX

Thanks, Danelle :-) ~ L Nor in TX

Actually, I take damn good pics with my Samsung camera...posting these low quality shots was a big step for me. I am doing things for myself now. Thanks for speaking out for the professional photographers, though..that was real helpful. ~ L Nor in TX

I agree with needing better shots! This was kind of a big step to post those. I would be lying if I said I didn't make them obscure on purpose! ~ L Nor in TX

Since surgery should be in the next few weeks, I have decided to share my before pics & stats Highest & current weight: 215 5'5" These jeans are size 34 BKE brand Most of my other pants are size 14-16 Old Navy & New York & Co Shirts are mostly size xl Bra is 38 D I am a wife, mom of 5 & Realtor® in the Dallas area. 37 years old So ready to finally succeed for good! [ATTACH]12180[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]12181[/ATTACH] [ATTACH]12182[/ATTACH] ~ L Nor in TX

I am so happy for you!!!!! ~ L Nor in TX

Hathery, I knew that I had a hernia because I started having really bad heartburn and went to a GI doc and he did an endoscopy. This was about 18 mos ago. I have to take ppi's daily. Many people have no symptoms from the hernia. Odds are good that you have one. I visited another surgeon yesterday. He is repairing my hernia and doing the sleeve for less than $3000. Don't give up!!!!! Lori ~ L Nor in TX