Near And Yet So Far, Then I Chickened Out And Decided No Surgery.

[chitowngirl 886]

Adele, there is no right or wrong answer, you must do what you feel is right for yourself. Reading your story a few of the obsticals were put there because of your hesitation. Your initial instinct was to go with the center of excellence, I think that was the right decisio. The first time, but your timing may have just been off. As far as being denied, I feel you on that one sister. I was also denied and had to redo my 6month supervised diet again. It is discouraging, but if this is truly something you feel strongly about it will not deter you. I hope you find the guidance you need and I hope it comes from within, as this is your journey and only you can make this decision. Best of luck.

[SkinnyOnMe 81]

My advice is to go through all the necessary steps and make your surgery date in January. Between now and January get on Nutri-system. Honestly Nutri-system worked for me. The only reason it stopped working is because I stopped working and I couldn't afford it anymore. My stomach got smaller just with me training it to do so. It may sound dumb but the sleeve was a cheaper and easier option. Now maintaining the weight is going to be much harder for u but it can be done. I've watched my mother maintain a 100 pound weight loss for years.

The reason I give you this advice is because I truly believe in signs.

[Ready4success 380]

Adele, I'm also struggling to decide if I'm going to go through with the surgery too. Back in 2008, I decided to get the lap-band and chickened out, but the nutritionist's suggestions led me to achieve a 111 pound weightloss ON MY OWN. Sadly, I had gained it all back by 2011, so I'm knocking on the WLS door again. Just like last time, I'll complete all the requirements and pray that I'll have a revelation again, or I'll actually have surgery this time. I'm also a nurse, and I'm amazed at how it's so difficult for us to make a decision that will ultimately save our lives. I pray that you find peace in whatever you decide. God Bless you.

[BeagleLover 1,020]

I suggest going through with the appeal. Writing a letter is the easy part. If you wait yet again, the credit you're getting for taking the nutrition classes and psych will expire & you'll be at square one again. It's worth the trouble if it will significantly affect your health in a good way!