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Peer to peer lol yes that's what she said not eye to eye....see I'm so upset I can't get anything straight. Have you heard of that working? BTW I just had to tell you. I see your replies and comments. I really value and respect your honestly, straight forward ness and kindness. I aspire to be as strong as I've seen you have been. Thank you for your prayers! Sent from my Y538 using the BariatricPal App

Thanks. I've been on blood pressure meds for roughly 8 months. Honestly I never paid attention to my numbers. I guess that's part of my problem. I didn't even know I had a problem until I tried to get medication to aid in weight loss. The surgeons nurse said she doesn't know why they are doing this. Throughout my 6 month supervised diet I asked my dietician if there was anything that could cause me a denial. She said no. I'm seeing my PCP this afternoon. I'm going to ask her to fax over the proof showing she has had to up my dosage. I'm hoping that gives my surgeon ammunition. Sent from my Y538 using the BariatricPal App

Ohhhhhh I want one!! Sent from my Y538 using the BariatricPal App

Was your surgeon specific in the types of exercise for the belly? Do sit ups/crunches really work? Sent from my Y538 using the BariatricPal App

I use the unflavored nectar. It's not thick and pretty much tasteless. Sent from my Y538 using the BariatricPal App

Whoops... I guess I should read first before I jump onboard. Sorry. I'm doing the gastric bypass. Sent from my Y538 using the BariatricPal App

You look great! Any exercise tips, routines or suggestions? I carry a lot of my weight in my belly as well. I plan on resistance training with a band and I have a treadmill. Have you worked out using one of those big exercise balls? Looks like it might be easy on the back and help strengthen the core. Sent from my Y538 using the BariatricPal App

High hopes I'll be scheduled in Jan too!!???? Sent from my Y538 using the BariatricPal App

I ordered Celebrate sample box for $3.00. They also send you a coupon code good for $3.00 towards your purchase plus 10% off your first order. It is so worth it. They have a bunch of different chewable Vitamin samples. B-12, calcium citrate, Iron, Multivitamin, D 3 , and diff combos of them. Totally worth a try. I am definitely ordering all my Vitamins from them! Sent from my Y538 using the BariatricPal App

I'm going through a divorce as well. I just filled 2 weeks ago. You can do it! I'm finding that my preparation for surgery and doing all the research I can has become a great distraction. Each day becomes easier than the last. I have post it notes all over my bathroom with positive affirmations which has helped a great deal. It is a reminder of why I left and how better my life is/will be! I'm a great listener if you ever need anyone to talk to. Sent from my Y538 using the BariatricPal App

It gets better. I walked away from a similar situation 7 years ago. Took me 5 years to even file a divorce because I didn't want him knowing where I lived. I grew in that time and learned to love this beautiful person I am. This January I started this journey. Surgery 10-3. There is lots of support here. I just wanted you to know it gets oh so much better. Sent from my 5054N using the BariatricPal App Thanks a bunch. I feel so good to know I'm not alone. I feel foolish for posting my personal business but I was so lost at that moment. I'm looking forward to my beautiful new life!! Sent from my Y538 using the BariatricPal App

I've been lurking on here for a couple of months. I feel like I know everyone. With each story I am so inspired. I love how uplifting and supportive everyone is. Soooo with that being said HELLO friends!! I have learned so much just from reading your posts. I have done 6 months of the supervised diet and now I am just waiting on my insurance to approve. I am so excited to have this opportunity. At the same time I am lacking support. I have recently ( 3 weeks ago) decided to leave my husband of 6 years and get a protection order against him. He was extremely controlling and possessive to the point where I have had no one...absolutely no one in my life for the past 3 years. I have a young son age 11 ( not his ) who I will need to care for after surgery. How do I prepare my life for this change alone? What are things I can do in preparation to make recovery a little easier on myself? I feel so alone. Although leaving him was the best decision I could have made for me and my son. I am adjusting to life alone. I guess thats why I stayed for as long as I did. The fear of being alone.. I spend my evenings reading through all your posts until I fall asleep just to keep from crying. Tonight is an especially hard night. I have been having a hard time eating as well so I pretty much have just been drinking Water and broth with unflavored Protein powder. I have lost 15 pounds these last 3 weeks due to all the stress. And being that I am on the lower side with my BMI my NUT said I can only loose 4 more pounds or I will no longer qualify. I feel like I should be stronger than this and not let this divorce get the best of me. I have worked very hard for this surgery and I don't want anything to jeopardize it. Each day is blessing that I am out of that abusive marriage. And I just want to feel like my old self again. Happy, joyous and free! Thank you for listening friends.

Thank you both for your support! @@Travelher - a grieving process....that makes so much sense now and completely turned my thought process around. Thank you so much! Yes I already have a appointment with a therapist lined up. @@thunder32 - you made me smile. YES 2017 will be my year!! Thank you!!