Update on me...been a looong time!!

I finally have some news to talk about so I thought I would tell you all a little of what I have been going through! I met with the Fairfield Bariatric group in November and found out that my insurance (that I ended up buying through my company because my husband's policy had an Obesity exclusion), would not cover the Lap Band as I had hoped. I just thought it would be safer for me due to the lack of long term studies on Type 1 Diabetes and WLS. I do have a new endo who is very encouraging and willing to work with me and WLS. In the meantime I am meeting an endo at St. Vincents hospital who will handle my diabetes while I am in surgery and after surgery (what a relief!). I researched RNY and decided to go for it - I can NOT continue on the way I am existing today! One of Kathy K's friends made a great point that I thought about and that was I do know what will happen in 10 years if I do nothing. It made me realize I have nothing to loose and can't afford to do nothing!! I had an adominal ulta sound and found I do have many small gallstones - I would of never known without the Ultrasound. I will be having surgery on March 10th to have my gallbladder removed. Keep me in your thoughts! I have been following my insurance's requirement to be followed for 3 months with a nutritionist, psychologist and excersie, and I will be having WLS in April or early May (as long as I am approved)!!! I have mixed emotions - will I be ready, I am nervous about having surgery, you know all the regular stuff. The truth is I have been doing so much research that I think I am over ready if there is such a thing!! Sorry for the long post, I know I don't post much but I read everything and sure learn a lot from you all and for that I want to thank you. Hugs, Nancy K

Hey Nancy, I am so proud of you sweetie, this probably was a hard decision for you, but I know your making the right one. Your on your way my dear to a great journey. You will do great and feel so much better. You will see how happier you will be too. I am here for you through all of this and I hope to see you at the Gala in March. Big hugs to you and your family. Whatever you need don't hesitate to contact me. Hugs KimC

Hi Kim, Thanks for your kind words. I am really looking forward to a new life..really tired of being tired and obese. You are right - it was one of the hardest decisions I have had to make in a long time! I know I am doing the right thing! Hugs, Nancy

Hi Nancy You should see my face when I read your post. I have big grin smile on my face and is glad you made a decision to go for it and no turn back . Trust me you will be very happy when the result will come out and you know you can count on me and we don't live very far each other. ask me to help you through up and down after WLS. It is so NORMAL to feel emotion feelings. Remember me.. I was chicken out and in until my angel Lisa C. helped me to stick and go through it. I will help you to walk together this processing , during surgery and after sugery. Looking forward to see you soon in Feb!!! Hugs Kathy K

Kathy! You know I will be counting on you for advice!! I can't believe it will actually be happening!! I have gone through so much just finding the right surgeon for me and it was well worth it. My time has finally come! I will see you in February! Love, Nancy

Yay Nancy! I was so happy to read your news. I know how much you have toiled with this decision. You have been very wise taking your time and making sure you are doing the right thing for yourself. It sounds like you have all the right medical support to help you through the process. Like Kathy said, I am right around the corner also, and would be glad to talk or be support for you any time. Congrats on your decision and praying that all will be approved. WOOHOO! terri

Thanks Terri! I am counting on you and Kathy since you are so close by! I pray I made the right decision - my gut is telling me I did and that is important to me! It has taken a long time but I am glad I waited until I was ready with the right surgeon and endocrinologist - I am sure it will be worth the wait! I will see you in February! Thanks for keeping me in your prayers. Hugs, Nancy