Wooooohooooo I got weighed today

Hello all. I just wanted to share in my excitement. I am doing a major happy dance. I lost a whopping 36.2 lbs. since May 5th. I am so excited, I have 8 more pounds to go. After I weighed in at the surgeons office I had gained some weight with those dreaded fluid issues and 2 deaths in the family I thenhad more than 20 lbs to lose. It was more like 40 something(YIKES), so I've been on a very strict South Beach diet.........I spoke to Dr. A's office today and they said once I complete my cardiologist check up on the 14th and they get clearance which hopefully will be by the end of the month, my file should be reviewed and HOPEFULLY I will be good to go. I am just praying the Insurance approval is not a major headache. I know I said only 8 pounds but I'm sure this is going to be the hardest 8 pounds I ever had to lose. This is just the incentive I needed to keep doing what I'm doing. Finally things are looking up. Wishing you all well. Keeping you in my prayers. ~Julie~ Pre-op 361.8 Oh and P.S. I got a new puppy last weekend and he is the most adorable pooch. His name is Gismo (a Shih-tzu who does look a little bit like Gismo from The Gremlins movie) and he definitely helps to lighten spirits around him. I'll get a pic soon. Bye for now.

HELLO JULIE, I AM SO PROUD OF YOU FOR WORKING HARD TO LOSE SOME POUNDS BEFORE SURGERY.: THUMBSUP: I WILL KEEP MY FINGERS AND TOES CROSSED FOR YOUR INSURANCE APPROVE HOPE TO SEE YOU AT THE PARTY ON 12TH! KATHY

Hi Julie, Congrats on your awesome weight loss! You're almost there, that light at the end of the tunnel is getting brighter. Also, it's so nice to see your smiing posts again...glad to have you back. -Deb

Debbie- You look amazing! Keep up the good work! Julie- I am glad to hear things are finally going well for you. You deserve it. The 10# I had to lose before surgery seemed to be the hardest too. Keep up all your hard work and you'll succeed! Good luck! Christine

Oh Christine, you're too sweet! But you made my day! -Deb

Sounds like you're in the right frame of mind to conquer those last pesky 8 lbs. You'll do fine. Hopefully everything will go smoothly and you'll be on your way next month. Good luck!!! Maggie

You've done an amazing job!!!!! I bet you'll do just as well losing those last 8 lbs., but no matter what you've proven that you can do it. You're on your way -- you and your little dog too!!

Hi Julie It so good to see your smiling face again Glad to hear how well you've done on your diet - I'll be praying that things continue to move forward for your upcoming surgery. Hope to see you on the 12th! God Bless, Kathy Bilodeau

Hi Julie, I wish you lots of luck with the last 8 pounds. You can do it, it is so worth it!! I looked at your insurance on your profile, and mine is also Healthnet. They approved me in 2 days. Unless your policy has an exclusion, you should have no problem!! Good Luck. Anne

WTG Julie!! That is an awesome weight loss! I am doing south beach as well and have lost about 15 lbs since the 19th and am very happy with the results. I am hoping to lose about 50 lbs before my surgery. When did you have your first consult with Dr. A? Was it May 5th? I am just trying to gauge what my time line might be.