Approved with a date!
Hallelujah! Our Lord is so awesomly wonderful! Here's the synopsis: Tuesday I learned from my doctor's insurance representative that the nurse assigned to review my documentation was currently in process of reviewing my case. I posted here to request prayer for her review process. I called a couple of friends to ask them to pray for my review, as well. This morning I learned that I have been approved! Additionally, my surgery will be in early November, just as I had hoped (either 11/2 or 11/9).
Now I have more impetus to work out, and eat more carefully, 'cause I want to be healthy for my surgery, and I don't want to do anything that would get in the way of my ability to have the lap procedure.
I know the 5 weeks between now and my surgery will fly by, and then I'll be confidently on my way to become the thinner Grandma and Lord's servant that He is leading me to become. To everyone who has answered my questions, and expressed support and encouragement to me, Thank You!
I realize this is only the beginning of my journey, and I'll come back to you many times in the future for more prayer, love and encouragement !
Susan