Feeling kind of ... well ...
I don't know how to describe it, but I am sure this is normal, or maybe it's what I've heard referred to as the "two week freak" before surgery, only mine is a little early. 
Last night, I went to my first support group meeting where Dr. Buchwald held an open forum discussion and I learned so much about diabetes and the current trends of obesity, it was really wonderful. He is so knowledgeable on the subject of obesity, I just find myself sitting there in awe sometimes - like why haven't we heard some of this stuff out in the news, etc. Gosh, I sure think more people would live healthier lives if they only knew some of these things.
So I was driving home and anxious to get there so I could open my package from Dr. B's assistant. She was kind enough to bring me a copy of my file just as it had been submitted to insurance for approval. I had requested it earlier in the day as I know I'll need it if I have to file an appeal. Well, I had the chance to read through it right when I got home and it was chock full of good information! All the NUT notes and the psych report, etc. I learned a lot about myself. LOL
If you have never had the chance to read your psych report, I would highly encourage you to request a copy and do so. You may find it helpful to refer back to it. I don't know if it would be as detailed as the one that my psych prepared or not, but it just might contain a piece of info that will help you or confirm something to you, etc.
The other thing that really got me last night was the fact that half way through the session, I realized that I only had a single dollar in my wallet and no change or extra cash. I wondered how in the heck I was going to pay for parking and was starting to get fidgety. Well, when the session was over, I looked down at the parking ticket and it said "FREE" on it. I don't know if that's normal practice at this support grou*****t, but all I know is it felt just wonderful to receive that gift! Next time I'll be more prepared for ramp or meter parking.
My FMLA paperwork is in at work and so that helped this all feel final, too. It's just amazing. Everything is falling into place and I know you've all been there or soon will be, but I just had to share where my thoughts are these days.
Keep on following your surgeon's plan everyone because this world needs you to be ambassadors who have won against the odds of obesity! You all deserve it!
Last night, I went to my first support group meeting where Dr. Buchwald held an open forum discussion and I learned so much about diabetes and the current trends of obesity, it was really wonderful. He is so knowledgeable on the subject of obesity, I just find myself sitting there in awe sometimes - like why haven't we heard some of this stuff out in the news, etc. Gosh, I sure think more people would live healthier lives if they only knew some of these things.
So I was driving home and anxious to get there so I could open my package from Dr. B's assistant. She was kind enough to bring me a copy of my file just as it had been submitted to insurance for approval. I had requested it earlier in the day as I know I'll need it if I have to file an appeal. Well, I had the chance to read through it right when I got home and it was chock full of good information! All the NUT notes and the psych report, etc. I learned a lot about myself. LOL
If you have never had the chance to read your psych report, I would highly encourage you to request a copy and do so. You may find it helpful to refer back to it. I don't know if it would be as detailed as the one that my psych prepared or not, but it just might contain a piece of info that will help you or confirm something to you, etc.
The other thing that really got me last night was the fact that half way through the session, I realized that I only had a single dollar in my wallet and no change or extra cash. I wondered how in the heck I was going to pay for parking and was starting to get fidgety. Well, when the session was over, I looked down at the parking ticket and it said "FREE" on it. I don't know if that's normal practice at this support grou*****t, but all I know is it felt just wonderful to receive that gift! Next time I'll be more prepared for ramp or meter parking.
My FMLA paperwork is in at work and so that helped this all feel final, too. It's just amazing. Everything is falling into place and I know you've all been there or soon will be, but I just had to share where my thoughts are these days.
Keep on following your surgeon's plan everyone because this world needs you to be ambassadors who have won against the odds of obesity! You all deserve it! 
Sounds like you had a night full of "Karma", sweetie - things falling in to place, telling you that this is right, this was meant to be. Even the free parking!
I will be out of my mind HAPPY for you when I get the news that you're approved!!! And I will continue to PRAY that your approval comes quickly, without the need for any appeal.
Love you SO MUCH!!! 
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(((Amy))).....you are normal even if early! LOL
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Amy, I am really sorry I wasn't able to go last night. Life has been a little crazy lately. I ADORE Dr Buchwald and Danette is amazing. They have been a team for over 25 years and she really knows her stuff...like everyone can have a bad day, but believe me, she's one of the good guys.
If Dr Buchwald doesn't know it, then it doesn't need to be known~ that's my philosophy. Support group is every month (except next month because of the holiday), I think it's important to connect with people that are going through what you are going through. Not too many DS'ers around, so you can always educate them. I hope there was a good number of people last night.
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