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I can understand back out once, it is normal. You said you backed out 3 times. I would encourage you to really write on paper ALL the reasons you want to do this, and all the positives that can come out of it, and review it everyday and add to it. The reason I say this is because if you've backed out several times, it sounds like you are going to need some concrete reasons, that you can put into words, and be an anchor to keep you from backing out a fourth time. I wish you the best of luck!!

I can understand back out once, it is normal. You said you backed out 3 times. I would encourage you to really write on paper ALL the reasons you want to do this, and all the positives that can come out of it, and review it everyday and add to it. The reason I say this is because if you've backed out several times, it sounds like you are going to need some concrete reasons, that you can put into words, and be an anchor to keep you from backing out a fourth time. I wish you the best of luck!!

So let me start out by saying that I drink alcohol maybe 2-3 times a year. A six pack will go bad in my fridge before I drink it all if I buy it. With that said I do enjoy an occasional ice cold beer. I was sitting on the side of the bed this morning just thinking and it hit me.... No more beer. I am early in he process so i'm sure plenty of other things will hit me as well. I just tell myself that the advantages of being small far outweigh anything I may feel I miss.

I'm sitting in the surgical waiting room waiting to get taken back. Just now getting nervous but everything will be okay. Talk to you soon

Very good choice! You got this, make it happen!

There are actually 4 calories per each gram of protein. So to get plenty of protein in takes some good calories. Thanks for your response friend i appreciate it.

I never lose weight while building muscle. I agree with the other. Lose to where you want and then work on muscle.

I thought Protein is what builds muscles not calories ?
I know I have been told to keep my Protein up so not to lose muscel while the weight is coming off.

I've always been under the impression that weight loss and muscle building didn't go together. I would say go with cardio and muscle toning (light weights, high reps). Then once you get close to goal, then you can go back to focusing on muscle building.

Ha! ME ME ME! I have been on these forums for months watching folks ask for june sleevers, then july, august, etc. i kept thinking to myself that one of these days i will get to jump in and say ME. So, today is that day. Being sleeved November 5th!!!
Getting sleeved in Warrensburg, Missouri.
It took about one month from when my file was sent to insurance to approval. I started this whole process on may of 2013 this year

Today marks my 1 day post op. Surgery and the first night sucked majorly but day 1 is not that bad.

Maybe take a B12 supplement to help you out?

Ha! ME ME ME! I have been on these forums for months watching folks ask for june sleevers, then july, august, etc. i kept thinking to myself that one of these days i will get to jump in and say ME. So, today is that day. Being sleeved November 5th!!!
Getting sleeved in Warrensburg, Missouri.
It took about one month from when my file was sent to insurance to approval. I started this whole process on may of 2013 this year

Congrats! Yay YOU!

Ha! ME ME ME! I have been on these forums for months watching folks ask for june sleevers, then july, august, etc. i kept thinking to myself that one of these days i will get to jump in and say ME. So, today is that day. Being sleeved November 5th!!!
Getting sleeved in Warrensburg, Missouri.
It took about one month from when my file was sent to insurance to approval. I started this whole process on may of 2013 this year

Ha! ME ME ME! I have been on these forums for months watching folks ask for june sleevers, then july, august, etc. i kept thinking to myself that one of these days i will get to jump in and say ME. So, today is that day. Being sleeved November 5th!!!
Getting sleeved in Warrensburg, Missouri.
It took about one month from when my file was sent to insurance to approval. I started this whole process on may of 2013 this year

Ha! ME ME ME! I have been on these forums for months watching folks ask for june sleevers, then july, august, etc. i kept thinking to myself that one of these days i will get to jump in and say ME. So, today is that day. Being sleeved November 5th!!!
Getting sleeved in Warrensburg, Missouri.
It took about one month from when my file was sent to insurance to approval. I started this whole process on may of 2013 this year

Ha! ME ME ME! I have been on these forums for months watching folks ask for june sleevers, then july, august, etc. i kept thinking to myself that one of these days i will get to jump in and say ME. So, today is that day. Being sleeved November 5th!!!
Getting sleeved in Warrensburg, Missouri.
It took about one month from when my file was sent to insurance to approval. I started this whole process on may of 2013 this year

Ha! ME ME ME! I have been on these forums for months watching folks ask for june sleevers, then july, august, etc. i kept thinking to myself that one of these days i will get to jump in and say ME. So, today is that day. Being sleeved November 5th!!!
Getting sleeved in Warrensburg, Missouri.
It took about one month from when my file was sent to insurance to approval. I started this whole process on may of 2013 this year

Ha! ME ME ME! I have been on these forums for months watching folks ask for june sleevers, then july, august, etc. i kept thinking to myself that one of these days i will get to jump in and say ME. So, today is that day. Being sleeved November 5th!!!
Getting sleeved in Warrensburg, Missouri.
It took about one month from when my file was sent to insurance to approval. I started this whole process on may of 2013 this year

Wow. You may already have ur mind made up it sounds like. You said he was lazy but none of us go into this surgery because we are super active. Be careful calling his faults out especially if you have them too. You have made a decision but he hasnt ...yet. This kinda makes me think there are deeper issues than just being lazy while you get fit. Talk with him bout it and try to read between the lines. It isnt wasy for us men to open up and say we are big fat and nasty and that we feel like we are too far behind to do anything about it. you need to find out what happens well after your surgery and give the man time to respond before you think bout leaving and stuff.

Here is a list I have started with web sites that give out free samples on request. Please post any other places that give out free sample and i'll add them to the list.

Just contact them with your name and address and let them know why you want a free sample. They are very nice and support us surgery people.

Please like, follow, and rate if this has helped you. I am updating this all the time and adding new sites. Thank you.

Thanks to the people that have added to this list:

- SuNMooNStaRS816
- Tink12/26
- Saffikeagan
- Veruca Salt
- Sylvynn

Here is the list:

Protein
- vanilla mix and a cookie and cream mix)

- Quest bar (My favorite Protein bar). If they are out of free samples you can wait a few weeks and they will have some. Also if you buy a mixed sample box you can use CODE: mixbar for a discount.

- Protein shakes

- banana, strawberry, chocolate, Vanilla and Orange) Phone number 1-877-974-2537

- Protein Bars (they sent me 2 bars)

- Fiber 1 Protein Bar

- Water

- Vitamins
- liquid vitamins

- Bariatricadvantage.com --- Sample pack of vitamins

- Bariatricfusion.com --- Sample of Vitamin

- Bbvitamins.com --- Vitamin samples


Other Offers/Discounts

- GNC.com --- They will give you a $5 code for your next online or phone order. (all GNC product is returnable with in 30 days if you dont like it)

- Chefjays.com --- Will send you a $7.50 coupon to try some of their products

- Kindsnacks.com --- 10% off first time order with code KINDLYL10

- Isatoritech.com --- Buy one get one free smart bar

- Purefit.com --- $14.95 for a 7 bar sample box and a coupon for money off your next order

- Boost.com --- Two $1 off coupons for Boost Protein drinks and bars

- Gotein.com/sampls_pack.html --- Sample pack for $3





Water Flavorings

- Makeitmio.com --- Will send you free sample of Mio

I searched for MMSI when I was first researching WLS options. I wanted some information regarding their requirements and turnaround time, but I couldn't find anything. I've since been approved and want to share my experience.
My particular plan covers 90% since my provider is in-network. There is no coverage for out-of-network. The requirements for coverage are to have a BMI over 40 or a BMI over 35 with one co morbidity, complete a psych evaluation, and attend behavior modification group. There was no supervised diet requirement.
My paperwork was submitted by my doctor's office on July 31st, 2013. I received my approval on August 8th, 2013.

teeniesleeve10 as nicely as i can say .....
at 22 days, and not feeling terrific
STOP,STOP doing Zumba or anything else that might hurt
you always must listen to your body
pinched nerve, shoulder muscles inflamed
your body is telling you to be careful - take it easy!!!!
many people have trouble drinking Water at your early stage
be happy that you can drink easily
drink, sip slowly (don't gulp yet)
your tummy is still in the healing process
be nice to "it", and "it" will be nice to you
you feel you can eat more????
at 3 weeks, what are you eating??
i was on puree at 3 weeks
but i know all NUTS are different
whatever you have been told you can eat, great - don't overdue though
you won't feel any restriction in your little tummy til you are on soft foods, but mainly once you start solids
many NEWBIES are afraid they stretched their stomach - trust me you didn't - you can't
many sleevers at one point or another think they won't loose any more weight
hun, you just started your weight loss journey!!!!
i see you will lose much more weight on the road to a healthier, happier, longer life
good luck
kathy

Welcome, and congrats on making the decision to get healthy. Good job staggering the dates so you can each help each other heal.