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Hello everyone.

I'm so happy to have found a sleeve forum.

I'm still pre-op, don't have a date yet but just found out my insurance approved the procedure.

So should be very soon.

I've been a nurse for 30 years in a busy hospital and unfortunately due to my crazy busy

career never took the time to take care of myself. :(

Now that I'm pretty much disabled I have no choice but to focus on getting my life back.

So I'm on this journey beginning with the sleeve.

Hopefully I can soon say good bye to the 10 plus meds I take daily.

I'm like a chemistry experiment. LOL.

Anyway, I'm looking forward to hanging out with you guys and gals and learning alot.

Thanks for having me. :)

Christine

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Welcome & congratulations on your choice to have the sleeve & also on your insurance approval!!! Wish you the best along your path to a happier, healthier you!!!

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Welcome & congratulations on your choice to have the sleeve & also on your insurance approval!!! Wish you the best along your path to a happier, healthier you!!!

Thanks. I'm psyched.

Nervous but psyched.

I have so much still to do but eager to get on the surgical schedule.

I think I have made a good choice of surgeon so at least I feel at ease with that.

Been trying the Protein drinks.

There are soooooo many to choose from its tough to decide.

Also trying to get used to herbal tea instead of my nightly glass of wine.

Oh how I will miss my wine. LOL

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