Good Luck, I know your down to the last few days before your surgery.

I met dr bauman yesterday and everything went fine. Funny thing, my BMI wasn't exactly 40 so he indicated this might be a challenge getting it approved.

It was 39.4, this is always my luck. So, I'm sure Gastric Bypass is definitly the way for me and I'm glad I'm pursuing this.

I cannot wait to read about your experiences and success. I'd like to try to make it to lunch sometime when you guys meet.

Jen

Yes Good Luck with you Melissa! I hope all goes well with the Surgery. I went to Dr. Bauman's office today as well to see the Nutritionist. There was someone in there filling out paper work? Was that you? I had my daughter with me and she was in a panthers cheerleading outfit? I was there around 10:20. I almost started talking and then said no she is filling out some papers so I left her alone. It would be funny if it was you?

Melissa let me know if you need anything at all after surgery. I am not to far from you.

Angie

Thanks guys,

Hey Angie, if you read this soon let me know, am I suppouse to be on Clear liquids the whole day before surgery...or was this dr. V's rule only. I've screwed up and got all the paperwork all screwed up and mixed together. Got all those perscrips filled today...wow can we say sticker shock! Of course one was from my primary physician who changed my thyroid medicine without telling me. I'm going to protest this...as my old medicine was 10.00 and the new script is like 25.00. I was like whoa, rewind...I don't want to take this...lol.

If I don't hear differently I'll be doing clear liquids all day tomorrow. I might call the office tomorrow and ask...but i feel totally stupid for messing up the sheets.

Melissa

Bond Girl - I saw dr bauman yesterday. The funny thing is I had a nutrionsit appoiontment today, but I had to cancel. I thought I'd have a fun day at my daughters fall festival but it got rained out, so I spent the day at work.

Concord is a small place, I seem to see work people all over out there.

Jennifer

Happy Bandday Melissa! I'm so excited for you. You are gonna do great! countdown continues!

Jennifer...you really need to come and have lunch with us!!! FUN!! Sat. Nov 5th 11:30am at Ruby Tuesday's on I-77 at Arrowood. Easy to get to. Yes, come!!

Man...I can't sleep...the nerves are hitting full force I think. I keep running things through my head..stupid stuff like....I need to wash the bedclothes today. Do I have enough lunch supplies for the kids? Maybe I should get the van washed. LOL My stomach is churning and I know its nerves. I'm defiently going to work out hard at the gym today...at least maybe I won't thing about it THEN. I know everything will go smoothly...but my head is playing games on me....what if? I think I'll go start another load of laundry.

Melissa

Melissa,

I ate my last dinner at 8pm the night before Surgery. You just can't eat after midnight. You are going to do fine! You are in great hands with Dr. Bauman. He really takes good care of his patience.

If you need to talk let me know, I will private message you my cell number for you to call. It is all good girl! You are going to do great.

Angie

Oh Melissa I am so happy for you....what an exciting time for you. We will all be thinking and praying for you. Please make sure you have your husband or daughter call me so we know you are ok. If you stay the night at the hospital...I will come and visit I am only 10 - 15 mins from there...

The countdown is on!!!!!! You are going to have alot of nervous energy today so take advantage of it because for the next few days....you will sore and not wanting to do a whole lot. Like Angie said if there is anything you please let me know. I will be more the happy to come and help you out.

Oh Melissa, I"m so excited for you! I painted a whole murel right before my surgery. It helped so much!

I will be boarding the cruise ship on Friday morning as you are wheeled in! I will be thinking of you and praying for you.

2 weeks and2 days out I have to tell you, I'm eating normal foods, for the most part and feeling good. I still have more protien shakes that food. I am still a bit sore, but since I got the staples out I feel like a new woman! I am down a shirt size from a 22/24 to 18/20. Haven't checked pants yet, haven't worn anything but stretches, but I"m sure when I get home I will have no problem wearing my jeans again.

Good luck, feel the peace in your heart! And remember, Friday is the first day of the rest of your life!

di

Melissa,

It's your turn girlfriend! I'm sure you'll do great! Our thoughts and prayers go with you, and please let someone know how you're doing after surgery