My name is Peggy and I am overweight. Now that my daughter is 21 I decided it was time to take care of me. I am a single 41 y/o female who weighs (BIG GULP) 240lbs. My lapband journey has begun. The other night I went to the consulation meeting where I was pointed in the right direction. On August 13 I will see Dr. Fred Buckley in Salem MA and he will be my compass in mapping out the rest of my journey. For all those who are starting out, like me, welcome to the Band-it journey!

Hi, I live in the next town over. I had my LB done at Lahey in Burlington MA. Back in June 29, 2009. I must say congratulations on starting a journey you will never forget. I weighed more than you and I need to loose over 100 ..... But it is not about the poundage any more it is about me and my health. I too have a son 21 and a daughter 19 both in college. It is now my turn to take care of me. This LB is very exciting and it was scary for me, so if you have any questions maybe I can help? I have had one fill and I weigh in next week. I have lost over 47 pounds since end of June and I feel so much better. I work out at the gym and I can even walk up stairs without huffing and puffing any more. I love your " Band-it Journey" Good luck and I hope to hear from you. Kathy imaluckydog today

Hello Kathy,

Thank you for your offer to keep me company on my journey. 47 lbs down.....WOW that is amazing. I can only imagine how much easier it must be working out at the gym. I have to admit when I am on the treadmill I tend to yawn alot. I am hoping with the LP my endorphines will kick in and make going to the gym addictive. Right now I am on a high because I am feel 100% confident about going through with the LP Surgery. Tell me though, did or do you have any regrets or worries.