New from Houston!

Shaxmom · February 1, 2008

It is so great to meet others, especially who live nearby, going through this process. It is hard sometimes to make others understand and support your need to do this. I live in NW Houston, Tomball area. Much of my family lives in Magnolia, so abeaher, I live very close to you.

I am getting so excited right now and have committed myself to stick with this supervised diet so I don't set myself up for failure.

The hardest part is having to relearn and revise eating habits you have lived with all your life, in order to live happily and healthier for the remainder.

I wish ALL of you the best of luck!!!

julietj1970 · February 1, 2008

I have posted a few times on other forums, but I am a beginner here.
I have recently started the process of what will hopefully lead to me getting approved for LB.

I am currently on the three month supervised diet required by my insurance company. I am seeing Dr. Garth Davis (Big Medicine) for my surgery. I was worried about getting approved (you never know w/insurance), but I think I now have a pretty good chance.

I am 5'6 and 255, BMI 41. I had a sleep study done and they called yesterday to tell me I do have sleep apnea. Not that it is good, but I do know it will help my chances. I have to have my CPAP study/fitting tomorrow. I can just add that diagnosis to high cholesterol, GERD, asthma, and hypothyroidism.

I hope to get to know a few of you and get some encouragement. Other than my husband, my family is not aware of my intentions, so I really don't have many people to share this with. I love my family, but they tend to be very negative & jealous (not to mention none of the women are over a size 6)!

Hello to you all!!

HI,

Im new to the group as well. I go tomorrow for my final consultation. I live in Houston too!

I havent told alot of my family and friends. They think I should be able to do this without help.

I wish you all the best on your goal.

Big As Life · February 2, 2008

hello and congrats on your decision...I hope that your surgery will be soon and you will be happy...I love my band...best thing I have ever done...and I would do it again....

MamaHerm · February 11, 2008

I've never heard of Big Medicine, but I don't watch much TV. Is it a one-time show or a series? Will it be on again, and if so, could someone let me know when and on what channel? Thanks!!!