13 may be my new lucky number!

[Brian66 85]

:001_smile:I am penciled in for July 13th with my surgeon, Dr. Mitchell Roslin at Lenox Hill Hospital here in NY. At this point I am just waiting for final insurance company approval which I hope to have this week. I've been a little frustrated with the process, but that seems mainly to be because I think the surgical coordinator in Dr. Roslin's office is relatively new and I am not so sure she knows what she is doing.

Anyway, some of you may remember me from my introduction. I am 44 and the widowed father of three kids 15, 10 and 9. I've battled my weight my whole life, but gained about 25-30 pounds in the last few years as I coped with my wife's illness, death and the aftermath of all that. The good news is that I've told the kids and they are 100% supportive of my decision to have this surgery which is important to me as I really feel that I am doing this for ALL of us.

Anyway, I'll keep you posted. Thanks to all of you, especially you Tiffykins, for being such a great source of information, support and inspiration.

Brian

[breezy 8]

You deserve this! It will give you a whole new outlook on life. Keep us posted!

[SParkle 4]

I think its such a wonderful gift you'll be giving your family... a healthy and happy father.

Good luck with it all

Kathy

[mommaof4yoopers 3]

Wonderful news, Brian! You've been through a lot and probably are taking care of everyone but you and now you are giving yourself a huge gift! I've been so happy with my sleeve despite some inconveniences. It's been a positive decision and I hope you have the best of luck!

[FabBy50 0]

Aww Brian...hugs to you

I think the 13th is an awesome day for surgery!! That has always been my favorite number. You will love the surgery and the new you! Good luck!

[KabinKitty 11]

I'm so very sorry about the loss of your wife! You are a brave man and a wonderful father to have this surgery.

It sounds like you are trying to get healthy for your children, so you'll be around a long time for them. I don't know many men that would do that!

God bless you. I'm praying that everything goes smoothly for you!

[Maddie 9]

Cool, lucky 13! Gratz on getting a date. I hope the ins. gives you the final ok soon. Best of luck to you on this journey to a healthier you.