bashful1269

Are there any bandsters out there that play softball? If so, do you have problems with the port? I love to play and can't wait to play when I'm 100 pounds lighter, I'm just scared that I will hurt myself. Anyone have any experiences they could share? Thanks, Stacy

I am being banded July 22nd! I'm so excited, and nervous and all of the emotions that go along with it. I told my boss today, I was so scared he was going to be mad at me for having to miss work, I just got my hand out of a cast and I was a little worried that he would be mad, but he was really supportive and excited for me. He's is by far the best and most understanding boss I've ever had, simply amazing. I have preop appointments on the 8th and 14th, I only have a 10 day diet, I did medifast for three months last year so, I'm sure I can handle it. One of my biggest fears like many on this post is sugar, I'm addicted to the stuff. I keep telling myself I'm allergic, but still having problems. I've heard the craving goes away after being away from it for a while...I PRAY this is true! Good luck to all of you!! If anyone is having it done around the Columbia MO area send me a message maybe we can be support buddies.

I have my preop appointment with the dietitian on July 8th, then the pass appointment and surgeons appointment on the 14th and then I will be banded on July 22nd!!! I'm so excited and nervous. I can't believe my insurance actually approved me without a big hassle. Greatest thing about it is they are paying 90% of the bill!!! Whewww, that takes a load off of my mind and my pocket book. Surgery will cost out of pocket 234.00, life is good. :thumbup::thumbup::frown::thumbup::wub::thumbup::wub::thumbup::wub::thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

congrats!!!

WOW, that is quick! I am still waiting. I called today but didn't get an answer. I will call them again tomorrow...squeeky wheel gets the oil syndrome...

Hey that's awesome! I'll be calling them in the morning, I can always fax them a copy of my letter right, lol I hope that I can be a July freedom fighter, maybe we can be buddies through this process and help cheer each other on. Congrats on having your surgery date!

I just go the letter from the insurance stating that I was approved for the surgery. My question is this, do I call them and tell them? I was surprised at how quickly my insurance approved it, I sent in all of my stuff before my vacation, I was gone a week and had the letter waiting in the mailbox when I returned. I am scared, excited, and have tons of questions running through my head. I'm going to read post and hope to find answers. I guess this is one step closer to living a happier, healthier life.

I had my preop appointment with the surgeon on 6/2/09 now I'm like you jumping through all of the hoops. I'm hoping they will approve me. Hope you don't have to wait too long to be approved.

No, actually I called it quits. I guess in a way I am regretting my decision, but I know that it is the right one. I figured out that I was starting to have serious feelings for him and knew that they were not reciprocated. I decided that it was better to walk away before getting really hurt...more so than I am now that is... It will all work out. I was just really stressed out yesterday.

I'm feeling really stressed out and all I've done is EAT. I haven't had the surgery done and this is one of those day that I really would probably suffer if I had. I ended a relationship with the man that I have been in love with for over two years, two weeks ago. He was a PLAYER from the beginning and told me that he was and STUPID me, let my emotions get involved. Now, it hurts every time I think about him. I can't get away from him, he works with me, fortunately on different shifts. He's constantly emailing me work related questions that I have to answer, so I can't ignore him. He wants to remain friends, but it's just too hard for me. I know that I'll cave if I have to spend anytime with him. I even skipped my softball game tonight because I knew he was going to be there and I'm the coach, I let my team down by having someone else coach. Now I feel really bad. I just want to be with him and know it's WRONG! How do I get over him and how do I make the right food choices when I'm stressed out???? :smile2:

It sounds like we are in the same spot. The waiting for me is the hardest part. I just want to go in, have it done and be on my way to a healthier me. The people on these forums are amazing. Definitely, come back for support and the answers to your questions. Good luck to you. Stacy

Well, I had my visit with the surgeon today. That was pretty easy, he just reviewed all of my information and then listened to my lungs and heart. My question is how long does it usually take for the insurance to get back to you to let you know if you've been approved or not? I think I'll be crushed if they deny me. Here's hoping I hear something soon.:wub:

I have done the pre op appointments and my visit to the surgeon is on Tuesday. I am nervous. Not sure what to expect. I hope that they are able to get the surgery approved through my insurance as I know there's no way that I can pay for it out of my pocket right now. Anyway, hello to everyone out there. I look forward to posting pictures as time goes by. Talk soon, Stacy