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Hi, I am waiting the 6 month insurance approval. I'm about half way through. I am scheduled either late July or early August 2011. I keep wanting to read more and more of what to expect, but there just really not too much information out there. Which is a bit frustrating, and I realize, what other better research but to talk with others who are going or have gone through the same journey. I'm so excited and nervous all at the same time, but not scared, if that makes sence. I hope to make new freinds here and grow with others in our new life. Talk to you soon!

Felicia

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Exciting!

I have found a ton of info on this site, keep looking. I also googled and found lots of info. For me, the surgeon that I met with in the gave me a lot of information. I went to a nutrition class that was filled with info, too and that helped a lot.

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Felicia - we will be the same time - I am about half way through my 6 months as well, last one is July 11th so hoping very soon after!!

What is your starting info? I am 4'11 and weight now is 229 (down 13 from beginning of Dr visits). I am doing Weight Watchers for now.

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