30SOMETHING

OK, it took a total of 6 days for the approval of the preauth with ODS. They are paying 85% for surgery. I will keep updating as I go so others who use this insurance will be able to navigate during his or her journey.

It seems so unreal that I am down that much but I have clothes that haven't fit forever and I can wear them once again. It hasn't been easy and I haven't been perfect on eating everyday but it is slowly coming off. I am feeling so great. My mom told me to go to the grocery store and pick up 6 ten lb bags of potatoes and see how much I have gotten rid of. I can believe I was carrying that around. Wow I can say I am proud but not done. Next goal 100. Here I come 100. Haha

In my Nutrition class last week there were 9 of us... 6 were having the lapband (2 who were so heavy they weren't even able to walk anymore) ...2 the sleeve...and only 1 was doing the bypass. (I hope this makes you feel better) Don't sweat it! They all made the decision they are comfortable with... so have you. Don't let this mess with your head. You have the prize in sight... you just have to reach for it.

I love the video. I almost cried for you ( happiness). You look really healthy, happy and alive!

I haven't had the band but I will be in March.. If you want to be my buddy and do this together I would be happy to share with you and be ther for you in your journy and get the answers together.... if not I totally understand.