I’m not sure where to post this, so I’m sorry if this is the wrong place.

I saw my doctor today, and she’s quite willing to write a referral letter for me. We talked about the things I’ve tried to lose weight, and I told her that I’d called my insurance company and been told that the physician’s group has only one bariatric surgeon attached to it, and he is in Fountain Valley, which is not exactly around the corner from me. I told her I wanted to go to Cedars-Sinai. (Now, I’d mentioned this to her at my last visit, and she suggested I make some phone calls.) She says that if I don’t here something in two weeks I should call her. I’m alternating between being impatient and a little scared, which I know will become a lot scared later on. So I wrote this poem, which I want to share with you. Has anyone else felt this way?.

Thank you for reading this.

Patience, my friend, as you travel this road,

For the journey could well be a long one.

It may seem that you carry a heavy load,

But it’s this that will make you a strong one.

While you wait, you can work through your doubts and your fears—

Mine arise at least once a day.

Just reach out, and you’ll find there is someone who hears

The important things you have to say.

Late at night is when I am most afraid,

Uncertainties often set in.

In the light of day, when my plans are all made,

I’m ready to fight and to win.

Explore every feeling, research and learn;

Risks, advantages you understand.

Time will speed by; it w..ill be your turn,

And you will be getting your band

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Waiting can be very hard yes, but use this time to read and learn! If you truly want this you will work it out! It took me 14 months from the time I went to my first seminar to having the surgery done. I am not saying it will take YOU that long, just saying I understand. There was a point that I was frustrated with the hoops I had to jump <insurance> but I am so glad I held on! The band has been more then worth it!

Good- Luck to you! :cursing:

Thank you, Laurinda. I know I'll be glad to have the time it takes to sort through everything, but now that I've decided that I want the band--pretty much, I want it now. bu I'm really going to try and use this time wisely, and I know it will be worth it. Thanks again. t