:thumbup: I was so excited when Dr. McCown's nurse called me back this morning to let me know they would be able to start my initial appointment(s) and all the other stuff that needs to be done. I just want to do absolutely every single thing required of me so a band date can be scheduled. I feel just like my 4yrs old son in the toy center at Wal-Mart. Excitement, joy, and hopes fill my heart right about now.

I am very careful not to share my decision with too many people. For some unknown reason, a lot of people have a very negative opinion about weight lost procedures. Every single person make this choice for so many resons, and I know my health and personal well being is my main reasons.

I posted a picture of my two beautiful children in my photos today. Those two very special people are my main reasons I want to have good health and a very long life.

I started to experience some pains and difficulity my my right knee 2 weeks ago. I really don't know what happened with it, but I cracked this same knee over 2yrs ago from a fall at my old employment. I have had on going issues every since.

I feel losing as much weight as possible will only take excessive stress from my knee pains. That's my main goal/ good health and happiness!

I have so many things to feel blessed about, and this is one of the biggest blessings of all. (Lap-Band®)!

It's so hard to explain but I feel like am getting a new chance on living a more productive and healthy live for the rest of my life.:wub:

Way to go!!! I think this is one of the most important decisions we will ever make. Good luck and keep us posted!