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I went to my last nutrition class the other day and some of the ladies said they were taking "Biotin" now to help prevent the hair loss. However, it makes your hair grow, not just prevent the loss.

I am so excited, today I had my final appointment with Dr. Halmi before my surgery on Tuesday, Sept. 27, after the appt., I felt like I was alone in this journey. My husband is okay with me having the surgery, but has his fears about it, so I don't talk to him much about it. I met a lady in the doctors office who had a revision from band to sleeve in July 2011, and she is doing great, down from 200lbs to 172lbs, she was excited and it was so encouraging to talk with her. I also lost 4 lbs, which made me even more excited, and just makes you want to "keep on, keepin on". I have only told a few people (husband, mom, and aunt) about the surgery, because I didn't want to hear everyone's opinion. Later this morning, my aunt calls me, and says, there is a friend on her job (Washington, DC) that she usually goes to lunch with on Fridays, but the lady could not go today. She told my aunt that she has lost 64lbs, so my aunt asked her what was she doing to lose weight, and she told her that she had the gastric sleeve surgery and was doing well. She asked my aunt if she could call and talk with me, but the highlight is, she is going to the same doctor as me. I am thankful, that I am not alone and their are folks out there willing to travel along the journey with you, which makes me very thankful for this forum, in which, I have learned so much. When I went to the doctor today, I didn't have alot of questions, because most of them had been answered on this forum. Thanks everyone for sharing!!

Thank you sweety93. I start my liquid diet on Tuesday, Sept. 13, pray for me!!

Thank you so much for your postings, they have really helped me see a step-by-step journey.

You look great! Keep up the good work.

Hey Jai: Glad you are feeling better. Be sure to get those liquids in, so that you won't get dehydrated. Welcome to the winner's bench!

Thank you so much for sharing your journey! My husband sounds like your husband, they will try anything to have their way. Funny!

Yay, I am excited for you! When I got my approval date, I knew it was time to begin the food funeral (it has been a longggg funeral). It will end on Sept. 13, when I begin my liquid diet, however, yesterday, I tried to begin cutting back to 1200 calories a day, so that my mind can start the proceedings. My surgery date is Sept. 27, and like "Ducker" I have no fear, but much excitement.

Stop focusing on the negative thoughts that you are having. You made the right decision and you are gonna be fine!! Tell us what your procedure was like, are you in alot of pain? Are you walking/eating? How has it been thus far?

LexusGirl14: I wish you well on your surgery today. Keep us posted on your journey. Kymmi12: Thank you for sharing. I am glad that you decided to get back on the horse and keep riding until you reach your goal.

Congratulations, you look wonderful!! Thank you for sharing. I was saying the other day, that I wanted to be sure to measure myself before surgery and take before photos.

Hey Tif, You are a little over a month out, how is it going?

When I read your blog, I laughed so hard. I said, this lady has been in my house. You sounded just like me, between (home/church/work) -- Lord have mercy!! Don't get me wrong, my husband is great, but they can be very selfish at times, and especially when we are under pressure. You are in my prayers sister! This is one of the best things we could ever do for ourselves!

I am not with Kaiser, but I wish you the best on your journey.

Congratulations!! I look forward to shopping at regular stores. You are doing great.

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Surgery date moved to Sept. 27. I am still excited though!

Surgery date changed to Sept. 27, 2011. Still excited though!

Congratulations to you "Wishes"!! We are on our way to the loser's bench.

Congrats! How exciting! I am planning on having surgery on Sept, 19th, or 20th, or 21st, so we'll have to keep in touch For sure!!

Hey Sistas/Brothers, I received my approval today. Surgery is set for Sept. 20, 2011. I am excited and a little nervous. Now, the real journey begins.

Hello, I received my approval from Aetna today and my surgery is set for Sept. 20, 2011 (nervous and excited)!!