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Schedule to be sleeved on Feb. 19

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I have not said much on this forum. I read it, just do not take the time to write as I have had nothing to report, till now. I have been scheduled for my procedure to occur on Feb. 19. It has been a long hard battle with my employer to grant it...as I challenged the 6 months of weight watchers...they lowered it to 3, and I challenged that, and won. Last week on Tuesday, I got cleared and got my surgery date. It was funnly, Feb. 19 was the date I held in my mind...and when I offered another date the nurse said, the clearest day is Feb. 19. It fit...I teach at a school of nursing and Feb. 19 allows me to miss a few days the next week, then we have 10 days off for spring break. I should be fine to return mid-march and resume my activities...oh, lo, I will also be working from home.

I am busy getting my house organized post-op. I am a 63 year old divorced woman. My children have flown the nest. My oldest is nearby and will be with me the day of surgery but he is a chef and has a very demanding job. One of my nurse friends will stay with me the first night.

So, while I am not excited...I am not scared either. I have been fat my entire adult life...well most of it. I look forward to being a normal weight. I know I will have to work...be vigilent about my food, Fluid, Protein and exercise. I have lost weight before, just never been able to keep it off. I am in therapy working on my head issues...and will follow-up with the clinic's support group. Right now, I am okay. Will be checking back with you all as my journey continues.

I have always wanted one of those Pandora bracelets. Yesterday I bought the base Bracelet in red (my surgery is in Feb)...and bought the first charm...a STAR. To represent that I am going to be the star of my own life. With each 10 pounds and each milestone that occurs, I will add a charm that is significant to me. Then at the end, I am going to have a custom charm made with my total pounds and the date. I hope my bracelet is full by fall.

Be well,

Helen in Durham

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