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18 Days And Counting Down To SRS


VickySGV

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January 15 is on the way, and today was a last minute scurry for medical test info for Dr.B. One EKG and a blood sugar test, and a proposed letter to be sent by my doctor to say I am an acceptable risk for surgery all gotten into the works. With any luck, my health plan will have the information FAXed to Dr. Bowers by Monday, and that should be the last paperwork. I have to make reservations tomorrow for the post surgical stay near her office, but at this time of year, I don't see a problem there. I am actually a bit glad for the running around, because everything seemed to be going too smoothly, and with my life as it has been, stuff does not do that without a darn big payback, Some tests we thought had been done had not, and copies of tests I had requested a month ago were not forwarded, but now they are done and be evaluated to see if I am ready for the surgery.

At the minute I am in a bit of a haze, and don't feel anxious, but it is hard to believe the day is coming. I don't want to have to sign in here and admit it did not happen.

Oh, the money went in last week, so I hope they go it.

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That is such joyous news dear person. You deserve it and have been waiting a good while with if i rember a great leap forward to the 15th. Let your hp help. I know he is there for you.

Wow

Hugs,

Charlie

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Guest Lacey71

Congratulations, I have been following your preparations and was wondering (sorry for speaking of the female taboo) what the Dr's policy on weight was as I have an issue with that and what you did, if you had to do anything to prepare. Love Lacey

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Dr. Bowers ideally wants you to be 210 pounds or less. I am 235 and I have paid an additional fee for being overweight. She will not operate on a person over 250#. I lost big time weight in 2008/9 when I began recovery from alcohol abuse (I had been 298#) but have bottomed out at the 230+ for a couple of years, and can't seem to break through the floor on that. I will be 65 in just a few days, and would rather spend the money just to get the job done. I may need later surgery on some loose skin which may be part of the deal. The other advantage will be that I can use a gym or swimming facility as well as my local hiking trails to keep working on the fat.

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Great news, Vicky. The nice thing about being this hectic is that the time will seem to pass much faster. Kind of like those last couple of weeks before a major vacation. All those nice butterflies fllittering around in the stomach and daydreams on the mind.

I hope all goes well. You seem very organized, and that's a plus.

HUGS

Carolyn Marie

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Guest Gregg Jameson

Wow, Vicky!

Congrats! :D

I enjoy your input here so very much, Vicky!

I am so very pleased that you are pleased!

I wish I'd lived close enough to take you out to celebrate! I am sure a few others here would join in the celebration, too!

Will be thinking of you and sending my very best before, during and after your surgery!

Wow, lady! :D Wow!

With Love and Admiration,

Brad

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Vicky, those 18 days will fly by and before you know it you will be in surgery and it will be all over, keep us posted.

Paula

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Guest AlanaMarie

Vicky, I am so excited for you--I guess we all are excited for you--and wish you a wonderful journey in this glorious step to womanhood. You have been a model for us all and I keep you in mind as I plan for surgery in a couple of years. I'll be anxious to hear from you following your recovery from surgery.

All the best, hon.

Alana

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Guest LizMarie

Just 12 days and counting, Vicky! Tick-tock! Tick-tock!

I hope your surgery goes amazingly well and your recovery is as smooth as it can possibly be!

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Guest Gregg Jameson

Hi Vicky,

Have been thinking of you daily, especially as the date gets closer!

I hope you are doing well during this time.

Please know I am thinking of you and am wishing you the very best!

I am hoping you will post here again, at least once (and more, I hope), before you surgery!

Just had to let you know you are on my mind.

You make such a difference here on Laura's and also in my own life. :D

I sincerely hope all goes well for you... always! :D

With Love and Gratitude to you, Vicky! :friends:

Brad

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I 've heard we will miss you on Sunday as you are already headed for the surgery. Remember us but first take care of yourself dear person.

Hugs,

Charlie

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