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I have been a lurker here on and off for a few months. Just thought I would say Thank You to all of those that post their expriences and their support out here for those of us just starting this journey. It is much appreciated. I have had a fairly short journey as I am a military dependant and I didn't have to jump through as many hoops as some...for which I am very thankfull....

Anyhow, just wanted to say thanks and let you all know that I have a date...2 weeks from today. March 1, 2010 is going to be my new birthday!

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Great & congratulations on getting your date. Welcome to the forums and I look forward to hearing more about your journey. These forums and so informative. Best Wishes to you!

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Congrats on getting your date. I truly love Tricare Prime and didn't have to jump through any hoops for my band or my revision to VSG. I know a lot of wives that loathe our insurance, but I finally sat down and calculated just how much Tricare has paid for me in just 2 years, and it's over $450,000 between the 4 surgeries, dermatology appointments, in-home healthcare nurse, prescriptions alone are astronomical if I would of had to pay out of pocket for them. So, I won't complain one bit about the insurance.

There's a few of us around here that have talked about having a Georgia/Florida meet-up sometime in the future so watch the forum for updates as we try to figure out a good time and location for all of us to get together. You're about 8 hours from me. The husband is stationed at Hurlburt Field, and we've been married 2 years. We don't live on base, but thus far the military has treated me well.

Keep us posted as your date draws near, and if you need anything, we're all here for you ! ! !

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Welcome to the forum and congratulations on your date. Please feel free to ask any questions you may have. I'm still new so I may not have all the answers, but I'm sure the long-time-sleevers will be able to help.

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Welcome and congratulations on your date! March 1, will be here before you know it and I can't wait to here about your journey to becoming a healthier you.

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congratulations, i am so jealous, lucky you , hopefully i'll be right behind you, kinda. I just sent my appeal letter today so wish me luck, you'll be great, Jeani

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Welcome and CONGRATS!! Which military hospital did your surgery? Let me know of Fl/Ga meetups Tiff. I'll totally be there! I live in mid TN (about 8 hours from you) but work alot in GA:)

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OMG- I'm soooo blond. I skipped right over the March "date" part, thought you were already sleeved. I saw GA "army wife" and "I have a date" and thought, that's wierd, but hey! who am I to judge? Ima dork! Anyway, I'm an Army wife too:) Good luck and the "date" will be here before ya know it!

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