cryss 96 Posted April 30, 2014 (edited) Is there anyone in the North Seattle/ Lynnwood, WA area going through this? Looking for a sleeve buddy. Funding secured, and having my first appt May 8th. A bit freaked out, but I have a lot of support from my wife and family, so I know we will get through this... still scary as hell, however Edited April 30, 2014 by cryss Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Schoe394 7 Posted April 30, 2014 I am 5 months into the process. I live in the lake Stevens area. Good luck 1 cryss reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Domika03 309 Posted April 30, 2014 Definitely scary, but well worth the journey. Remember, this WLS is a tool and you have complete control on whether it works or not. It does take a little getting used to, but stay focused, ask questions & no doubt you WILL succeed! Best of luck! 1 cryss reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yoyo81 46 Posted May 1, 2014 I had my sleeve done in 12/2013 I lived in Mukilteo. Recently moved to DC though. I went to NWWLS and it was wonderful! Wishing you luck. 2 cryss and MisforMimi reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SnohoGal98296 371 Posted May 1, 2014 Snohomish here, surgery date is June 11th, ack! It is getting closer! 3 slvrsax, MisforMimi and cryss reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MisforMimi 760 Posted May 1, 2014 Hey. I'm pre-op with no date yet. Half way through 6-month medically supervised diet. I'll looking toward Fall or next winter for a date, but I'm in North Seattle - like Northgate area. Good Luck! 1 cryss reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cryss 96 Posted May 1, 2014 Thanks for all the support and well wishes. I really appreciate it. A week from today I will have a better grasp of the process as I meet with my surgeon. Still new on this path, but resolved to press forward now that funding is secured. Funny...I have more fear over the prospect of loosing my job over this than the surgery itself. As an independent contractor, working through a staffing agency who places me in a job I have been for over three years, I have seen peoples contracts cancelled for less. Granted, my life means more... yet it is a form of stress that I need to learn to walk with... and definitely not worth giving too much power to something that hasn't even happened yet Im not even sure if I qualify for the FMLA, but will definitely pursue the paperwork in case it can help. 1 MisforMimi reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cryss 96 Posted May 1, 2014 Snohomish here, surgery date is June 11th, ack! It is getting closer! Best wishes to you, and peace to you as you walk this path of personal power. Excited for you! 1 MisforMimi reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cryss 96 Posted May 1, 2014 Hey. I'm pre-op with no date yet. Half way through 6-month medically supervised diet. I'll looking toward Fall or next winter for a date, but I'm in North Seattle - like Northgate area. Good Luck! Thank you MisforMimi, and good luck to you as you walk this path. I appreciate the cheers! 1 MisforMimi reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
par1959 470 Posted May 1, 2014 What clinic are your going to? I am preop and have chosen NWWLC in Everett. I highly recommend attending one of their monthly support groups. You will learn much from those that have already had the surgery. Most are back at work in one week. I plan on taking 2 weeks when I get to that point. 1 cryss reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cryss 96 Posted May 1, 2014 What clinic are your going to? I am preop and have chosen NWWLC in Everett. I highly recommend attending one of their monthly support groups. You will learn much from those that have already had the surgery. Most are back at work in one week. I plan on taking 2 weeks when I get to that point. This is indeed where I am going. I appreciate the advice on the monthly meetings, and will definitely attend the next one. Thank you for the idea! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SnohoGal98296 371 Posted May 2, 2014 (edited) Me too! NWWLS that is:-D Edited May 2, 2014 by SnohoGal98296 1 cryss reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yoyo81 46 Posted May 2, 2014 Me too! NWWLS that is:-D DR. Chock was fabulous! I love NWWLS and Leigh had been so helpful with all the billings too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SnohoGal98296 371 Posted May 3, 2014 Yep, Dr. C ' s the best, my surgery date is June 11th Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cryss 96 Posted May 9, 2014 Had my appt today, and my date is July 9! Me=excited! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites