Woopie!

Just a couple exciting things to share!

1.  I received a letter from my insurance company telling me that I have been approved for my bypass surgury.  Yippee!

2.  We got family pictures taken this week.  I'm adding one to my photo file.  I think they came out great!  (Don't know when I've said that last?!?)  I felt so good in my new XL top that I kind-of felt let-down when the photographer only got my head in the shot.  I still think it turned out great...and my head looks a lot smaller than it used to! 

Yippee!
 Fifteen more days until my bypass and gallbladder surgery! 
I CAN NOT WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Pat

That is wonderful!!! Congrats!!!

 Me too, are you nervous?  We are both getting this done on the same day, miles apart..

FTA,

I guess I'm a little nervous...probably will become more so as the date gets closer.
I really just feel like I've been waiting and planning and waiting and preparing and waiting so long...I'm just anxious to get it over with.

With my gallbladder problems...I REALLY can't wait!  It seems that everyday I'm finding more and more food items that irritate it.  They're probably getting worse too...which is causing the pains more often. 

Are you nervous?  When did you start the process? Are you getting a lot of support from family?

Thanks for responding...and keep in touch!
Pat

Congrats on getting your date !  And your family picture is awesome !
Lisa

Thanks, Lisa!

  I'm blushing...but oh so proud!

Pat

Congratulations!  It's great to have that goal date to work with... and I'm sure that there will be butterflies fluttering around in your tummy as that day approaches!  Just keep in mind that YOU are the butterfly and the surgery is to help you emerge from your chrysalis!

Enjoy!

Karen

Karen,
That's such a great way to look at it!
Thank you for the motivating thought!
Pat

wonderful news

Thanks, Nicole!
 I can't wait to join you all on the "loser's bench"!

Pat