hope@50plus

This is how I got here: I have struggled with my weight for many years. I am not considered morbidly obese; I am obese. However, I have many conditions that make me a candidate for lapband: Heart bypass at 51, Clotting disorder, BAD Genes! Last year, my daughter, who has always struggled with her weight had lapband. She is my hero-she has lost 70 pounds and has more confidence in herself, both professionally and personally. My insurance is TRICARE (military) I do not meet the guidelines for lapband. However, my cardiologist thinks I should get it due to my medical history and my Bad Genes. I pray Tricare will waive the requirements and allow me to get the surgery. My mom and grandmother both died of heart disease at 58; I am almost 56- I want to live longer than 58. We'll see...