yup, i am about 70-80 pounds from my first huge goal (180/190 lbs) and i have a PS consult tomorrow. i actually completely forgot about it with everything going on until they called to confirm.

i have the appointment for arms and LBL. hopefully he will say "i can do the arms now" and give me a goal to hit for a LBL. dont think i will go with this guy though - no insurance whatsoever... how discouraging... i dont even know if my insurance will help me out, but it would be nice to be able to go to someone who accepts insurance.

here we go ..

LJM: Breathe, Believe and Be Happy! Our mantra! I keep reminding myself. I'll be joining you in the flatlands in 5 days! God bless.

Oh and gargle with TCP or asprin, only dont swallow!!!!

Hug hug hug

Nina x

nina,

my luck i'd swallow the damn aspirin ...

karey,

breathe (toughie!), believe, be happy ... got it!!

thanks everyone for your support ... not sure if i would have made it this far without you gals!

Hey LJM - first of all good luck again - I know in my heart you are going to be great. Also, I saw in another post that you said that you were doing a hernia repair with the tummy tuck and that insurance was offsettign some of the TT costs - do you mind telling me how much they are covering? Also, what kind of hernia do you have? My surgeon recommend that I do the same thing and all I could think was $$ I was not mentally prepared to shell out for a tt at this point!

K

karen,

NO IDEA how much the hernia (cant even remember the name of it .. ???) is costing / insurance... i know its covering the overnight (500) and the pain pump (350), but the rest i have no idea... ??

sucking down the orange juice .... so so so tired of it!!!

sorry about the OJ - but think... it will be SO worth it.

I have an epigastric hernia - it is right in the middle of my stomach right below my rib cage. Does yours hurt or did you have other symptoms?

I am finding the entire hernia twist confusing and depressing since I was hoping to wait until at least sept/oct for surgery so I could be at goal!

ah well.

Hi C -

I've had drama of my own lately and haven't checked in for the longest time...and here I see that you are due for surgery in 1-1/2 DAYS!!! OMG!!! :wub:

I'm so excited for you and will keep you surrounded in positive vibes, ok?? I pray all goes perfectly! :blushing:

LjM, Good luck! I hope you get the results you want with a short recovery. I dont post often (or ever) but I have popped in here and at you Blog. I must say, your progress and determination is awe inspiring. Kudos!

LJM, you're living a dream come true, and the best is yet to come!!

awwww... you guys are the best.

ok ... info on the insurance portion. i have an 80/20 plan (i pay 20)... my total due to the surgical center is 2250, 1400 is the cosmetic portion...

im getting ready to go to my pedi. mmmmm, relaxxxxxxxx

terri, hope things get less stressful for you...

thanks for all the good vibes and prayers, they are SO appreciated.

One day left! If I don't see you on the board again before you leave for surgery, good luck!

I wish you a safe and quick recovery. Good for you! :blushing:

awwww... you guys are the best.

ok ... info on the insurance portion. i have an 80/20 plan (i pay 20)... my total due to the surgical center is 2250, 1400 is the cosmetic portion...

im getting ready to go to my pedi. mmmmm, relaxxxxxxxx

terri, hope things get less stressful for you...

thanks for all the good vibes and prayers, they are SO appreciated.

Hey buddy! It finally your time! :thumbup: I am so proud of you. If I don't see you on here before you head out in the morning, I am wishing you the best and hope you have a speedy recovery.

Losing- Good luck with you surgery! I'm so excited for you! Sending good thoughts and prayers your way!

Good Luck LJM! You will do great! My thoughts will be with you tomorrow! Please keep us updated. :thumbup: