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Hi! I am new to the site. My doctor and the psychologist that did my evaluation strongly suggested i join some sort of support group. So...here i am. I've been reading a lot of posts and everyone seems to be positive and supportive of one another. About me, I am 31 years old, 5'1" and weigh 270. I have struggled with my weight my whole life and like many people, i've tried just about every diet out there. When i first contacted the surgeon's office the office manager was very helpful but realistic with me. The insurance i have DOES cover WLS but it is difficult to get approved. With her help i jumped through all the hoops and got approved. My surgery is this Monday, November 5th! I am so excited i can barely stand it. I am a 3rd grade teacher so i am on my feet and active all day. By the time i get home i am sore and exhausted. I can't wait to feel better and have energy. I am encouraged by the success i see on here...can't wait to shop for clothes and not have to go to a special store. :-)

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this is awesome news. Welcome and wishing you the very best on Monday. THis is so exciting. I am really glad you found us. This forum has so much information and support. If you have any questions or concerns, just ask, somebody will be able to help. We are here for you now and post op.

Let us know how you are doing when you feel up to it.

remember, sip sip sip, walk walk walk, rest rest rest and repeat.

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Welcome and Good luck Monday! My surgery date is December 17! Nervous but ready for my journey to begin. Feel free to send private message if you feel like chatting.

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Sunday will be the looooooongest day of your life good luck on Monday. We will be saving a place on the losers side for you. Where we are all losers

Surgery Anniversary 7/30/12

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First off Congradulations, after being delayed one time because or my A1C I was able to have my surgery on the 30 of October. Up to that day people kept asking me if I was nervous. My outside was like no while at the same time they would say well I know such ans such had it done and they gained their weight back. My insides wanted to rip there heads off. Oh course I was nervous but I kept saying why am I doing this..I would go through all the reason why I should go through it. Got in my pre-op room joked around with the nurses next thing I know I was going in the OR room getting on the table and saying goodnight ....remind yourself off all the good that is coming out of the. Plus look at all the new friends you will make on here. Who will support you!!! Good Luck Monday!!!

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