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I have BCBS-IL and I'm entering the last month of my med sup weight loss program... I hope I don't get denied (UGH!!).. Can you immediately appeal/submit missing documents or do you have to wait??

Congrats!!! Awesome job!!!! I'm can hardly wait to take a seat on the loser's bench!!!! Keep up the good work!!

One of the things that make people hesitate in sharing is the lack of knowledge and understanding about the disease of obesity and food addiction... For every 1 supportive person in our lives, there may be 1 sometimes 2 who feel that obese people are lazy and lack will power.. I don't know 1 person who would welcome ridicule and disdain from people that they love.. Sometimes it comes from a place of fear, but most times, it's plain ignorance!! I've shared my decision w/ several people... One of my friends and one of my sisters are totally against it and I explained to them that I wasn't seeking agreement, approval or anything..I just wanted them to know what I was doing...

WOW... I'm so sorry this is happening to you.. And you are definitely right in your advice.. Our bodies will let us know when we need to slow down and pay attention.. Please take care of yourself and keep up updated.. I'm definitely praying for you!!

I haven't been sleeved yet, but I'm also teacher (Math/Science)... Hopefully my surgery will be the first day of my holiday break... I'm also taking the entire month of January off for a total of 6 weeks off.... I want to make sure I have my routines down and that I'm past liquid/pureed food stage...

Awesome job!! Congrats!!!

Congrats!!!! That's so awesome! Keep up the good work!!!

Awesome job!!!!

That's awesome!! You are doing an amazing job!!!!!

Blessings and best wishes to you!!! I know you'll do it!!! Take care of yourself and hurry back!!! I'm going to miss you!!!!!

ChunkyandFluffy75, You're gonna have to change your name!!!! LOL... You won't be either of those things soon!!! Congrats and best wishes!!!

Trixie, thanks for sharing your story... I do believe that your sacrifices for your loved ones will result in a great harvest of blessings for you... You are truly amazing and I wish you many blessings and much success... My thoughts, prayers and condolences are extended to you and your family.... I'm sure your mom is smiling down at you as you embark on a healthier life!!!

Hey Julie and Dynamic December Sleevers!!!! I'm Tina, 36 year old Math/Science teacher, educational advocate and doctoral student living in Chicago!! (OMG, I'm almost 40!!) I also teach voice and work part time as a studio vocal artist... I'm a MS native and moved to the midwest for grad school 7 years ago... I'm currently "decidedly" single, with no children, but I love my shoes!! LOL I've been researching WLS for several years after a back injury decreased my ability to be/stay active... I love to travel, shop, read, write and just have fun.. My latest past time is karaoke!!! I've been trying some Protein drinks (UGH!!!)... I'm a texture person.. I've yet to find one I can stomach....I know, I know.. they all taste like Protein Drinks, but GEEZ!!! I am in my final month of a medically supervised weight loss program, so I'm excited...I've learned a lot about myself and about why I've been overweight all my life.. Most of it is bad choices coupled w/ PCOS and some medication sensitivities.. but anywho, I'm excited about having a tool to help me make my outside match what/who I am inside!!! I just started w/ my fitnesspal.. I'm not very consistent.. Mostly because I don't eat enough nowadays... Yes, I know.. seems like a contradiction, but I rarely get in 3 meals a day....which is sabotaging my pre-op losses... but I'm working on that.. day by day... I'm realistic in knowing that there is no magic bullet, quick fix for anything, especially not addictions... So, I'm excited to have a proven tool that will work, if I work it!!!!

Great article, awesome job!!! Keep up the good work!!!!

I know Diva!!! I'm looking for someone to teach my classes for at least 4 weeks in January.. I thought about working 3 days a week after my 2-week Holiday break.. Last night my doctor was like, NOPE!! You need time for yourself and you're gonna take it.. I can't even work from home!!! LOL... But, I'm okay w/ that... I actually cooked this week...no eating out, low carb, high Protein meals... Having a good week so far!!! Glad you're feeling better!!

Please!! You don't owe her anything!! The nerve!!! If anyone should be explaining and apologizing, it should be her!!! Congrats and keep up the good work!!!

Hey Benisa, You'll always be a Dynamic December Sleever in my book!!!! Things have a way of working out the way they are supposed to.. So, it's cool... Enjoy the journey my dear!!!

Amazing... So glad you're doing well!!!

I can definitely see the difference!! You are doing a great job! Keep up the good work!!

Awesome!! I'm so excited for you and proud of you!!!!!

I had an awesome appointment!! My doc and I talked for 30 minutes about my job, thoughts and stuff... He was like.. YES!!! You finally get it!.... I exhaled after the appointment.. One more in two week and sleeve time!!!

Thanks Michelle!! I just left my WL doctor and he's hilarious!!! I'm so encouraged and blessed to have people like you guys and my friends/family who support me... My doctor commented about how much I've changed since June... I'm still nervous though!! (Actually having a drink right now!! HEHEHE)... I can strike another thing off of my signature!!!

Thanks guys for your encouragement and responses!!! It seems that as the day gets closer, I'm a little LOT more anxious and nervous... But, I'm ready...

Oh wow.. I'm grateful to only have 1 week of a liquid diet pre-op... Though, I'm starting meal replacement shakes Dec. 1st to get in preparation... Hang in there!!!

Thanks... I will definitely do that...