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November 23rd for me. This time next week I'll be on the other side.

I didn't have one either. I just had to lose between 15 - 30lbs. I've lost 22lbs (should be 25 by next Wednesday which is surgery day). I am planning on going all liquids for the 3 days prior at my own choice to clear my colon.

Thank you! I can't wait. There are so many things I will be able to do after this that I can't (or haven't been able to in years). Horseback riding, amusement park rides, travel, hike, camping, etc. I look forward to going into any shoe store and buying a pair of boots without an extended calf. I also look forward to lower blood pressure, hopefully my sleep apnea will go away and more energy than I know what to do with!

I have been heavy my whole adult life. I have dieted and gained as you do but nothing stuck. Thanks to back to back surgeries (bunions/hammertoes - both feet and a new knee) in less than a year my mobility has been stagnant due to pain because of my weight. I decided it was time. I had told myself I wasn't going to do this unless I promised myself I would follow through to the end (plastic surgery upon completion). I asked my PCP to refer me for bariatric surgery. I had thought about it off and on for a very long time but was never a candidate. Oh I had the BMI covered but no co-morbidities. Lately I have added high blood pressure and severe obstructive sleep apnea. So my journey started. I had to go to a seminar before I could make an appointment. After that I met with my surgeon, the nurse & nutritionist. I had homework, lots of tests (My doctor sent me for a CT scan on my heart since I had taken FenFen which showed I had a moderately enlarged ascending aorta - which led to a MRI w/contrast before I could be cleared for surgery), psychiatrist and had to lose between 15 - 30 lbs. I was given a tentative surgery date of Nov. 23rd. I went for my final appointment. I had done all my homework, lost 22 lbs., and decided on Roux-en-y over the Sleeve. (I had the option of either one). I have Blue Shield *** and the approval came through the first time. So I was given my pre-op drink & body wash and I'm set for Nov. 23rd. I had seen the Vitamin Patches and my nurse raved about them so I've already ordered the 3 I need to use every month. I have