April 21, 2006
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Moving on…
Jason, my mom and I went to the seminar last night for the “in network” surgeon (Dr. Snyder). It was very informative and I’m glad that mom and Jason were able to attend it with me.
It was nice not to have to go to that by myself. It was hard enough for me to attend the first seminar last Fall all alone…I’m just glad that I didn’t have to again. 
Dr. Snyder is a very charismatic person and is extremely knowledgeable, which is VERY comforting to me.
His staff seemed very nice and eager to help people. I called his office this morning and was able to schedule a consultation for May 10th!! Only 2 1/2 weeks away! 
I was quite surprised and a bit relieved.
He stated last night that they usually schedule consultations within 3-4 weeks of inquiry…but I was able to get in faster than that. He also told us that they normally schedule surgery 2-3 weeks after the consultation!
That’s a bit exciting! I’m hoping that it will be the case with me as well. I’m SO ready to start this life over again as a happy healthy person. I’m tired of dealing with not being able to function and do what I want to do…especially with my family. I hate that I’m not able to go to Six Flags with the kids because I can’t ride the rides…or go roller blading because it hurts my joints something horrible, or even ride a bike. It sucks let me tell you….it SUCKS! 
While listening to Dr. Snyder talk last night about how obesity effects a person’s life…it took almost everything I had not to break down and cry. It hit home…HARD!
I’ve been this way SO long…I don’t remember ever NOT being this way. I’m not going to know how to react to being “normal”…but I’m sure looking forward to the adjustment!
Jason looked at me last night, while we were lying in bed, and asked “Are you scared?”. I told him “no…not of the surgery…I’m scared of what would happen without having the surgery”. I know this is the best option for me…of that I have doubt.
Anyway…that’s what’s new for now. I’ll be around to visit you all soon!
PS ~ check this website out! It’s a movie about two people with Aperger’s Syndrome (starring Josh Hartnett)…it’s a romantic comedy coming out soon!
Comments (8)
I was very happy I could go last night. We are so close now– and yes, I say “we” because I’m in this with you, no matter what. I love you!
It’s good knowing you have loved ones who love you for you and want the best for you and will support your decisions that you’ve determined are correct for you. I am positive that the road ahead may look scary, but I’m even more positive that the feeling that you are actually doing something about making yourself happier and healthier must evelope that fear and squeeze it to almost nothing.
I’m glad you’re on the road to getting the surgery…but I’m even more glad that you have the support you need from your husband. He’s pretty amazing!…but then you already know that.
Awesome..You definetly have a winner in Jason. Good luck and have a super weekend..
I’m so glad that things are finally moving for you. Wow! A little over a month away? That’s right around the corner! I really hope that everything goes smoothly from here on in. Fingers crossed…
By the way, I think that you and Jason are BOTH lucky!
Good luck. I hope it is all you expect and that you will come through it safely
Keep us posted!
I am anxiously awaiting today’s post
thanks for the Myspace kisses! 
My knee problem was because of my weight.. It’s the only thing I can think of.. My WEIGHT has been a weight on my mind and my insurance company will NOT cover that type of surgery. I already called.. So, I will try to lose weight again – on my own.. It is frustrating.. Congrats on the approval and lucky you to being on your way to a healthier life.. (HUGS) and God bless..