Calling all April Bandsters!!!!

[Lizalee 1]

Aye! (as in April Avengers!)

[Turler 6]

hehe Cute!

[LynneB 0]

Aww thanks guys!! My 14 yr old son is very flattered! He was worried you would think it was "corny". He is such a sweetie & he & my 8 yr old daughter are so supportive. They see how motivated & excited I am & they want to share it all with me.

Congrats Turler on your new date! Lucky!!!!

If it wasnt for my one last hurrah at Disney I would have it done right now! But the kids spring break trip has to come first for them.

5 more weeks, 35 more days, 840 more hours.........AAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! LOL

[ColoradoChick 33]

I like the April Avengers too! That seems to be the one that keeps getting mentioned. All in favor say 'I' !!!!

"I"

I like April Avengers very much! I always wanted to be a super hero! teeheehee

[JOHNST027 0]

I second the Avengers too,my date is set for 4-17.Can't wait.I'm also self pay and mine will cost me right at 15,ooo. That also includes one yr post op. w/ fills and appts. .After the first yr ,every yr after is $500.00 per yr for fills. I thought about Mexico also,because of the cost. I know it's a biggie but I think I'm worth it! I know we always put our families 1st and ourselves last and a little bit of me feels kinda guilty for spending that amount of money on myself. Then I say that i'm doin it for myself and for them too. Does anyone share the same thoughts? in jacksonville,fl...

[Lizalee 1]

Tina - share the same thoughts? You bet! As a mom, I've put this off for many years. While I do have insurance coverage - there will be plenty of out of pocket expenses between uncovered visits (dietitian not covered) and deductables, and co-pays. I never felt I had the money to do this...that the kids needs came first. Well, it's time for mom to take care of herself. I gave up on dieting because I had so much to loose, 30 yrs experience has taught me I can't stick with the "starvation" diet long enough because I get too frustrated being hungry all the time. Then I'd gain it all back plus more each time. Finally, I just quit and convince myself that I was happy as I was, and that hasn't worked either. I still kept gaining. I'm sick of being the fattest person I know! I sick of taking pills and ruining my joints, heart, kidneys because of dieabetes, hypertension,etc. Now my kids are growing up (high school, college and beyond) and I realize if I keep up my current trend, I am killing myself. I want to enjoy the rest of my life, and it's time to do what MOM wants. And, I want to be there for them as they grow into adulthood and parenthood. I want to have a lap to bounce the grandkids on! I want to be able to do stuff I enjoy like gardening and swimming and maybe even horseback riding. And maybe even travel someday in a skinny airplane seat! Yes, that's right! I'm doing this for ME. And, as a wonderful side effect, my husband and kids will all benefit too!!

It's only money - you can't replace time or your life. I can't wait for my Band-day, and I bet you can't either!

[JennyLynn 0]

Hi Everyone..... I am in April too.... my official date is April 18th.... I cant wait! I have been reading these boards for several months and they have been my saving grace! I am so excited to take the journey with you all! I am extremely lucky as my insurance approved me in one day! I feel for everyone I have read about on here that has had all the problems with their insurance companies. I am being banded by Dr Blackstone in Scottsdale Arizona. I also wanted to second the April Avengers name :tea: .... Leave it to a young one to come up with such a cool name!

[Turler 6]

Hello gang!

We are starting to get a lot of responses! I think the April Avengers is the motto to be unless anyone opposes. I suppose now we need a symbol of sorts. Some of the other months/groups have some really cool designs near their signature. Anyone computer savvy enough to put one together?

I am so excited for everyone! Isn't it amazing to get this opportunity? I am so thankful. There are so many bandsters on this board that have been so successful. They are truely an inspiration. I'm sure most of you have already read a lot of the stuff here. I have found that reading the old threads are helpful too. Have a great weekend everyone---see ya on the boards!

Carol

[CinniMae08 0]

Hi everyone, I have been looking around on this siye for a few months and haven't posted much, but feel like I fit a little better here. My surgery date is April 8th in Mexico w/ Dr Kuri....My friend and I are going down together, her husband had it done there last year and now its our turn..Can't wait, but also VERY nervous:thumbup:

[Turler 6]

HI CinniMae! Welcome!!

Oh my goodness, I wish I had a friend to do this with! You are so lucky! Sounds like you will have quite a support system at home! I've been on here for a few months and just decided to jump into the threads that interested me. I made some friends and love to come here! Tell me about yourself! We are all in this together! :smile2:

[vzghj3 0]

Hi all...It's been 12 months that I started this process...Request was submitted to BCBS last week and surgeon says if all goes well with approvals, I should be on the schedule for April. My birthday is on the 17th and sure sould be a nice birthday present for me. Good luck to you all!

[Lizalee 1]

Well, Here's hoping that you get the best Birthday present ever. I've read about so many people who have spent a year...or more, trying to get approved. It's "only" been 4 1/2 months for me, and it feels like an eternity. Good luck to you!

[cadencemarch 0]

Hi everyone - I'm very new to this website and this is my first entry. I am scheduled for lap band surgery April 10th. I'm excited and a little scared too. My BMI is approximately 55 and I'm just unable to really get around like I used to. In my younger years I was a cheerleader and also enjoyed gymnastics. It's hard to believe sometimes but I know that gal is still in here somewhere. You are all so encouraging - thank you for that.

So, here's to a new life for all of us!

[Turler 6]

Hi CadencMarch! Welcome, welcome welcome!

We share the same banding date! YAY!

[LisaB411 0]

I'm scheduled for LapBand surgery on April 11 in Reston VA. I'm very nervous, but also excited!

ColoradoChick -- I'm going to Dr. Robert Pinnar too!