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I'm getting prepared for my surgery on Feb 21st - I haven't exactly been shy avout telling frienda/coworkers about what I'm doing. But i AM shocked at how many say I don't need this... i don't think they understand that being 4'11" and 205 lbs is NOT fine. It doesn't matter, because this is for ME, not them; but just wondering how many other P.S's there are that may have heard this?? [i hide it VERY well....lol] nomorefluff

I'm sure it's just nerves, and i was told with BCBS it takes longer than most other insurance companies, but I'm going nucking futs. Had my initial dr appt in Dec, nut appt Jan 10th, and psych eval Jan 16th.... trying to wait patiently.... i estimated the max of 6 wks being Feb 27th.... 4 wks being Feb 13th. I called BCBS yesterday, and they said my status is still pending.... anybody in this boat with me? Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

I haven't gotten the go from my insurance yet, but i have had all of my psych & nutritionist appts done. I'm just waiting anxiously now. Not sure what to expect!! Sent from my SM-G930T using the BariatricPal App

Tuesday the 21st for me!

Honestly, i know it's not the smartest thinf - but i just ATE. And gained the 10 lbs needed to be approved..... it worked; no regrets, my date is this Tuesday, the 21st....

.... that's what i was gonna say,@dklentz01983 - that's what I did; gained 10 lbs....

Wooooow,@LIA-70 .....perfectly well said!! That's what my friend told me to do also, because it will be ages, if ever, that i can have my current favorite food again!!! Thankfully, my pre-op is only 3 days. MUCH shorter than most... i know i can do this!

So happy your family is on board,@icunursie ...!! I know so many that their families make it harder.... you're a very lucky woman!! Best of luck... you got this!

Amazing job,@mylighthouse !! Keep it up!!

Hey there, @ itszee ... i found a great recipe that i already can't wait to try, and i haven't even had the GS yet!! ■from Pinterest■ *Chicken Broth & Potato Purée – Bring 2 cups Chicken Broth to a boil in a small pot. Remove from heat and whisk in Idahoan 100% Potato Flakes one tablespoon at a time until you have a nice smooth almost pourable texture. Add a little more broth if you have added too much potato flake. Season with salt and pepper so it tastes good. You can divide it in half and add a little Parmesan cheese and garlic powder for a second flavor. This is delicious, soothing and very easy for your new tummy to handle." nomorefluff

Shortypagan@gmail.com .... may i be added to the Facebook page?? My date is Feb 21!! nomorefluff

Ditto,@juliorodz!!! nomorefluff

For me, the 2 i have i thought about where to put them for a long time. ONE in the middle of my back, and one on my wrist, there won't be any changes.... nomorefluff

Right behind you, on the 21st.@juliorodz....!!! We got this!! nomorefluff

That's AWESOME,@higher !!!!! I'm so excited about this.... I can remember specifically when i was 143 lbs.... and at that time, although [as you said] i was still considered overweight.... i never felt so great than at that point!!! I eventually lost control, but now it's time to get that control BACK.... and for good!! nomorefluff

@berry78 .... VERY true. I don't necessarily get upset, but i do get hurt... however, i rake that very moment to tell them what I weigh.... and the look on their faces changes when they discobee i am over 200 lbs, at this height. THEN they see that i really want this, and they say "you go for it, i'm happy for you" .. so for the most part, it's been okay. And i have a 'speech' prepared for the day I go in.. #IAMREADYBABY nomorefluff

@maxinebrown ..... amen girl!!! Congrats to you, that's amazing!!! I hope i have just as good success as everyone in here!!! I have all my "1st week" items set up already....!!! So i don't get bored, and i stay VERY hydrated!!! nomorefluff

@recreatingcate ..... WOOOOHOOOOOO!!!!! GREAT NEWS!!!! nomorefluff

@waitingonthenewme - omg what?? I don't have kids, i don't know what labor pains are like.... aww maaaaan... [emoji32][emoji32][emoji32] nomorefluff

@waitingonthenewme - that's what i hear is the worst.... i've never been so excited to pass gas. Especially since that's the best way to relieve the pain! HAHAHA.... nomorefluff

@Chel1 .... wooohooooo!!!! Our special day!!!! See you on the other siiiide!!! nomorefluff

You got this,@K_aane ..... i have a VERY colorful vocabulary, but i tone it waaaay down in these forums... hahahaha! We got this, we ignore the haters, and take care of US....!!! nomorefluff

We cna still go out with the family and friends.... just make better choices, or bring your own food, so you don't get swayed! You ladies & gents got this!!!! nomorefluff

@ice75002, see you on the other side!!I get mine done Feb 21st!!! nomorefluff

Yessss,@KGee88 ....!!! I'm gonna be 38 in June, and the last time i felt confident with my body was in March of 2008!!! I want to be that sexy, confident woman. Not the one who men just think are sexy, because of the 'curves' .... i'm getting MY sexy on for ME, and nobody else!! nomorefluff