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That's what I'm hoping for @@jantra12 !!!!

Thank you so much, @@SHOTzY ! The excitement from everyone feels so genuine and heartfelt. I absolutely adore you all! Having this support, whether times be hard or great, it is incredible. My family and friends who know about my surgery are super supportive, but they're not walking this path with me like everyone else so they don't/can't fully relate.

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I was following your original post and rooting for you.......CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! ????????????

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Congratulations!

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Thanks ladies!! Glad to have you all in my corner ❤

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I won't give you another novel to read. But just wanted to say that after talking with my surgeon's office this morning, I just found out that they haven't even submitted my file yet. So, obviously no way I could even been approved for surgery.

I just fell HARD from cloud 9 and have closed myself up in my office at work to regain my composure at this point...

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Yikes! Girl I'm so sorry that this is so dramatic.

Have you considered Mexico? Because I swear if I were in your shoes I would be considering it just to avoid all this drama .

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You are a strong young lady, in every sense of the word. So happy to hear that things are finally going your way. You will do wonderfully after wls, I've no doubt.

Congrats!

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Just read your 2nd post. Don't lose heart. This is your destiny. Never give up the fight!

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Oh Nooo I'm sorry to hear this. Please don't let it get you too down. Hopefully it will all work out. I will say an extra prayer for you.

Blessings

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@@sassyfrass23

Oh my goodness! What is going on with your doctor and insurance? This is just not right.

I am so sorry that you keep getting misinformation. I am praying that your team gets this figured out a sap. It's crazy.

You stay strong!

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I just have to say- after I found out and posted my update, I was completely drained. This process has been so emotionally exhausting and I'm just ready for it to be done.

After this morning, my mom decided to take me out of town for the night- to the casino!! So, I'm going to get away and take my mind off of everything.

This wasn't a "No" by any means, so I still have hope. Just sucks that I'm not past the most excruciating part like I thought I was. The anticipation of being approved and having your file in the hands of people who know little about you and have the final say..

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So glad you are staying positive! Here to hoping you win enough at the casino tonight to pay for surgery! Lol

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So glad you are staying positive! Here to hoping you win enough at the casino tonight to pay for surgery! Lol

Haha! Yes- I have to be mindful of the surgery I WILL have. ;)

BTW- I have considered Mexico but a part of me is a bit nervous about that decision. So I'm leaving it as my last resort. Not to mention- my family isn't too keen on the idea :\

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Oh Nooo I'm sorry to hear this. Please don't let it get you too down. Hopefully it will all work out. I will say an extra prayer for you.

Blessings

Thank you! I really do appreciate it ????

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I'm praying for you. Have faith. I know how frustrating it can be. I'm pre-op myself and I'm waiting on approval. I've had to go back and forth with denials/more information needed. But I know it is God's will that I get this surgery. This struggle has made me a stronger fighter. Continue to trust God and believe that He has your life in His hands. We will both have our testimonies as we transition to the losers bench!!! ????

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