Hello from the Bay Area! - ThinnerTimes

Besitos · 08-01-2007, 12:04 PM

Hi everyone!

I've been wandering around the forum and learning so much from all of you! I'm in the research process of WLS and feel so inspired and motivated to continue the process with all of your wonderful and truthful (the good, the bad, and the ugly) stories of WLS.

A quickie about me, I'm 33 and have PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) and am simply sick of being fat! I have gorgeous 2 year old son who keeps me active & has motivated me to seek this procedure.

I'm excited to join you all and hope to learn more from all of you!

Congratulations on all your accomplishments!

Monica

'thann · 08-01-2007, 01:40 PM

Hi, Monica!

I came here for the first time just over a month ago, and I was encouraged enough to go ahead and have a consult and begin my WLS journey. I am now finished with everything except my PCP approval letter (which he will write as soon as he receives the results of my stress test, which I had yesterday). Then I wait for insurance approval. It happened a lot faster than I thought it would, but who knows how long approval takes? I guess I'll find out!

I have a son, too, who is 17 -- I want to be around to see his children!

This forum is the best WLS forum on the Web -- everyone is so friendly and knowledgeable. I've started a folder with the information I've gleaned from here.

'thann

LyndasRoom · 08-01-2007, 01:42 PM

Hi Monica,
Welcome. I'm originally from the Bay Area too, North Bay...but now I call the San Diego area home. You'll find lots of great info, and fun stuff here!

Squishy · 08-01-2007, 06:05 PM

Hi Monica!
Glad that you joined us!! This is really an amazing process and you are in the right place for support! Welcome!!!

-Mike-

Besitos · 08-01-2007, 06:56 PM

'Thann
Wow! You're going down the path on your journey quite fast! How exciting for you, congratulations! I'm still working on getting an appointment with my PP. I'd love to keep hearing about your process! The best of luck!

me.
monica

Besitos · 08-01-2007, 06:58 PM

Lynda & Mike

Thank you for welcoming me! I havent' quite figured out how to respond but I'm learning! From looking at your numbers you guys are doing great...congratulations!

me.
monica

JenBear7 · 08-01-2007, 09:03 PM

Hi Monica.. welcome! its a wild ride! Cant wait to see your progress!

Besitos · 08-02-2007, 12:15 AM

Thank you Jen....congratulations on your wonderful progress! Keep getting rid of those pds!

me.
monica

RNY4me · 08-02-2007, 06:35 PM

So glad you found us. You will find lots of information and support here. Good luck in your information seeking, you are doing exactly the right thing by reading all about this surgery. We have people from every side of it and everyone needs to be 150% informed! Read everything and ask questions. Best wishes to you as you move ahead in this journey.