I am so sorry that you have to wait however everything will work out just fine.  Just think about it.  Dr. Fowler will have a few more VSG under his belt in 6 months and you will be right there to get it done.  We are all pulling for you.

Aloha,
Asia

Hey jen,
I am sooo sorry that this is going on with you..i was soooo looking forward to having the surgery on the same day as you also.....just think of it this way...you have more time to focus and get ready for this change in your life now...i know its easiet said than done bur we all will be here for you every step of the way...good luck

Hi Jen,

Thank you so much for sharing with us.  I think it is wonderful that we have eachother to share the good and the not so good and the good that is disguised as bad.

That being said, we all live in this mentality of "I want this now".  You taking these important steps to make sure that you have dealt with the past is only going to benefit you in the long run.  You may be having your surgery later than you had hoped, but you're definitely already loosing the baggage now.

Good for you for being so brave and opening up so completely to the doctor.  Time is going to fly by and you'll be in the same place at the end of this journey.... just probably counseling all of us a bit more

My best to you and I look forward to your updates!

Aloha,
Nicole

Aloha Jen -

You're doing fine. Ok... so you need to follow a slightly different path for a while, but these professionals know what they are talking about. They have your best interests in mind. While this surgery is a marvelous thing, it is also a serious mental awakening and you need to be in top mental shape to be successful. Prove to them you're ready!! I know you can do it!!!! You may discover more about yourself than you already know that will help you become the person you are deep inside.

Don't think of it as a brick wall.... just a little detour. I can only imagine your disappointment. Keep a stiff upper lip. You're a strong person and you will do this.... and we're all here to help you if you need us. I hope you know that. You post all you want. Writing things out is very theraputic as well! Good for the soul!

We do love you and we're going to see you jump through all their hoops! You will show them!!!!!! You're going to be our shinest star!! I just know it! ((hugs))

I don't really know what to say, but I just want you to know that you are supported.... I think for all of us on this road there will be ups and downs and I'm sorry you are going through all of this.  I admire your strength and your willingness to bring up all this stuff when you had the chance.  It might have been an easy road to pretend nothing was on your mind.  

Good for you for finding a doctor so quickly.... I know a 6-month delay sounds like forevers..... but it will go by quickly and you will be stronger and probably way more adjusted  than some of us (ok -- like me)

I don't think it will be too hard to get them to extend your approval out....stay strong and  let us know how we can help.