I HAVE A DATE!!!

And I'm really excited!

But--it's been a long road. Some of you have heard my story--started looking into WLS last February, got the process started, and found out I was pregnant! :) Had our baby daughter in February and have been pursuing WLS again.

I went through everything to get things done in Park Rapids (consultation, dietician, blood draws, the whole thing). Got denied by insurance on my origional request.

Went through and did an appeal and got denied again. My husband had surgery about 5 years ago and we have decided that we would just pay for this. So--I did the application and got the approval for a Home Equity Loan today and called Park Rapids to make my appointment!

I'm scheduled for surgery on September 17th! I am excited, but am now thinking.....is it worth the $25,000 it's going to cost me??? I think in my head, I know that my health is worth it, it's just really hard to wrap my mind around it......any encouragement you all have or stories about how this has changed your life would be appreciated!

I'll see some of you on Monday at the support group meeting, but just felt the need to share ASAP!

Thanks for your support!

Amanda

Amanda, you go for it.....
 I have heard you talk about this WLS at the meetings and you really want it... you are dedicated or you wouldnt have come to the meeting even before you were approved. Go for it... I have heard you talk wishfully about the  surgery and how your hubby had and now you want it...
 there are always doubts... but the health of you and the health you will have after... is for your family and your baby.... you will never be sorry... thoes doubts will vanish.. we are there for you and behind you 100%... if you need any one of us... we just that close.... Peggy

Good for you! Worth it? Knowing what I know now, I would have done it even if I had to pay for it. Talk about incentive to stay on the right track---that kind of investment will sure do it. Anxious to discuss your questions and concerns at the meetings to help you prepare for the big day!

Is your life worth that amount of money?

I have just a short answer for you.....

Healthy life and to continue to live....PRICELESS!

Congrats
Kelly/tink
(Is it really this Monday we have group?)

Thanks Ladies!

I know you're 100% right----my mind is just spinning! I'm so excited! I think I've thought of it for so long I just can't believe it's happening!!

I think our meeting is tomorrow---third monday of the month, right?!? :)

See you all tomorrow!

Amanda
 

Hi, Amanda,
Getting closer, will be thinking about you on the 17th! I'll never forget how happy I was to finally have a date and put my backside behind me once and for all.

Kathi