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Hey...I'm new to this! :)

Hey y'all. I came across this site today. I have been doing research on the VSG for a while, attended a seminar two weeks ago and decided this is something definitely want for myself. I met with my surgeon today, and have scheduled my first meeting with a nutritionist and psychiatrist tomorrow (they work pretty fast here). My primary Dr said I have to have an upper GI and another meeting with a nutrionist, so roughly two months of prep prior to surgery, pending review from my insurance company. I'm hoping that this works out. I am 28, and have been carrying this weight for the majority of my life. I have always been a happy, positive, and confident woman...but as I am nearing 30, it's definitely time to make more positive changes.

Looking forward to making friends with you all and reading all about your journey. Say "hey" when you can. :)

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  • Hey girl!!! Congrats on making the best decision ever!! Keep us posted on your date and ill make sure to send up prayers when you go in!!! It only gets better from here!!!

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    welcome and good luck on your approval and getting ready,

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    Same to you I hope everything goes well for you during your new journey. Yes this site lets you understand it better and let's you know what to expect.

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Good Luck.....I am new to this as well!

Hey y'all. I came across this site today. I have been doing research on the VSG for a while' date=' attended a seminar two weeks ago and decided this is something definitely want for myself. I met with my surgeon today, and have scheduled my first meeting with a nutritionist and psychiatrist tomorrow (they work pretty fast here). My primary Dr said I have to have an upper GI and another meeting with a nutrionist, so roughly two months of prep prior to surgery, pending review from my insurance company. I'm hoping that this works out. I am 28, and have been carrying this weight for the majority of my life. I have always been a happy, positive, and confident woman...but as I am nearing 30, it's definitely time to make more positive changes.

Looking forward to making friends with you all and reading all about your journey. Say "hey" when you can. :)[/quote']

Hey how it going I am new to the site to. I am in the prep stage also. Just waiting on my approval to come back then they will have my surgery date. This site does have all kinds of info on it and it nice to be able to talk to people that will have the same experiences as you.

Thanks need it...my nerves are going crazy!

Hey girl!!!

Congrats on making the best decision ever!! Keep us posted on your date and ill make sure to send up prayers when you go in!!! It only gets better from here!!!

welcome and good luck on your approval and getting ready,

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Hey how it going I am new to the site to. I am in the prep stage also. Just waiting on my approval to come back then they will have my surgery date. This site does have all kinds of info on it and it nice to be able to talk to people that will have the same experiences as you.

Great! I hope everything works out for you. I'm loving what I've read so far. I like that people are being honest.

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Thanks need it...my nerves are going crazy!

Mine are too girl LOL

Same to you I hope everything goes well for you during your new journey. Yes this site lets you understand it better and let's you know what to expect.

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Hey girl!!!

Congrats on making the best decision ever!! Keep us posted on your date and ill make sure to send up prayers when you go in!!! It only gets better from here!!!

Hey!!! :) I really appreciate that! I've been debating WLS for the past year or so. I've finally stopped being a baby about it. I'm definitely looking forward to cheaper clothing.

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welcome and good luck on your approval and getting ready,

Thanks so much!

Hey girl!!!

Congrats on making the best decision ever!! Keep us posted on your date and ill make sure to send up prayers when you go in!!! It only gets better from here!!!

Thanks a million ....April 22nd

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