Patience ....

 Good morning all.  I thought I'd drop a note in here and let you know where I'm at in this journey.  Although I have had insurance approval for a while now, I feel like nothing is happening.  I'm a little frustrated and may even be ready to scream!

My PCP turned in my sleep apnea request weeks ago, and although I have called the sleep lab in Waimea (BIg Isle) 2 times, I have not heard back from them.  I'm beginning to think I should use a lab on Oahu to do this study -- and of course, I'm open to suggestions here.

I have my labwork and chest x-ray set to be done on the 4th of December, and I see the psychologist on December 9th.  I guess this is moving along... but at a snails pace.  

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I am very thankful that this is even an option for me and that HMSA will pay for the surgery.  I am also thankful for you guys as I have learned so much here.

Aloha,
Nicole

Nicole,

Yes patience is what you need.  If there is someone that has patience it is Kanani (HIGurl).  She has been here longer than me and will be having surgery in a few short weeks.  I am already 11 weeks out.  I have no patience I made things happen.  That is just me.

Aloha,
Asia

Aloha Nicole-

I know exactly what you mean. I think when we are anticipating or looking forward to something, time DRAGS! I know even after I had my surgery, I just wanted the weight to fall off NOW! However, looking back, I realize how time really does fly! I am approaching my 6 month mark and down almost 80 pounds. It really does happen!!! The journey is remarkable and you need to focus on each step. I would try "inspiring" the powers-that-be-to get scheduled for whatever tests you need. A few repeated yet polite phone calls will usually get people noticing and moving. Call, call, call!

Be very thankful that you have insurance covering this for you. That really is a blessing and you're very fortunate!! Your journey has begun and that took all your financial woes out of the formula so you can relax and concentrate on taking care of YOU and being successful!!

Never be afraid to express your concern to ANY office or business and let them know your concerns about service.... in a nice way, of course! Where I work, we are VERY customer service oriented and an unreturned phone call is unacceptable. Not all places operate that way here in Hawaii, though. It may be due to the more transient society we have here and a more relaxed attitude. I don't know, but I do know if someone tells me that they've not had returned call, I personally handle it until they are satisfied and then some!

Best to you on your journey and try to enjoy each step. I have no patience either, so I know how hard it is. Just remember, one day you'll blink and 6 months will have gone by!!!!!!!! It really happens!!!!
((hugs))

P.S. Asia!!!!!!!! Wow, girl! Look at you!!!!!!! One hot mama!!!!!!!! Love your new avatar!!!!!!!!!

Thanks.  I have to say...the tool is work.  I excercise but not as much as I want to.  I get motivated but then...Tired.  I wish I could excercise 4X a week but I am lucky if it is 2X.  The easy part for me is of course the portion control.  I don't crave the sweets because normally I am to full to eat anything else.

Makena you are looking good too.  Wow 80 lbs already what a role model!!!!

Asia

Mahalo, Asia.... I tried to take advantage of the 6 month window of opportunity that we have... the Honeymoon Phase. Fortunately, I stay pretty busy during holiday time and I don't have an appetite to slow me down! I'm lovin' it!!!! My energy is great as well! I actually have to remind myself to eat sometimes!!! Just be sure you get your protein and fluids in and you'll do fine!
((hugs))

Thank you Asia for saying that....i guess i have been waiting forever huh?  anyways Nicole, i hear how you feel too.  it does feel like things move slowly....but it WILL happen.  Im about 14 days away from mine but it seems like it is 14 Yrs away..but at the same time, I feel like its too near....funny how life is!!  anyways good luck Nicole and congrats to Asia and makena for losing sooo much weight!!  i hope i can lose fast like that too!!  Wish me luck

It's so hard to be patient.  I remember having those same feelings while I was waiting to get scheduled for my stress test!  But I just looked ahead, and although I didn't have a long wait to get all my tests done, each one I finished brought me closer to my date!

Like HiGurl -- I'm two weeks away from the big day!  Gave up my coffee today.....I miss it already! 

Nicole -- you will get there and maybe you might want to go ahead and call somewhere on Oahu as a backup in case they have some sort of waiting list!

Patience is not my strong suit either.  I know exactly what you mean.  Especially when it's out of your control.

Like Makena said, if someone leaves me a message, it's only right to respond.  And, in a timely manner.  I guess all you can do is follow up, follow up, and follow up some more.

You'll be on the losers bench with all these wonderful people before you know it.

Although I don't post very often,  I do read everything.  I too appreciate all the people here and I love reading and following everyone's journey.

((((Group Hug!)))))

 Like I said yesterday.... I am SO THANKFUL for all of you!  You are all beautiful, strong women and I am so thankful to have found you!  Thanks for the words of encouragement.  I did make some calls yesterday and feel like the ball is moving again... 

Aloha,
Nicole