Hello PuppyB,

Well I have the same thoughts as you on the band.

I just got banded on 9/30. I feel great!!!

As yourself let people say what they may about it.

Some of us just CANT DO IT ALONE... I have Yo-yo'ed diets for years only to find my self heavier than before.

I finally feel like I am in charge of my life and what I put into my body now. Maybe because if I dont watch what or how much I eat I will become sick??

But hey if this is what it takes for me to get healthy so be it. I'm the one who takes care of me. I'm the one who sees me naked in the mirror and I'm the one that is gonna be proud of me in the end.

SO BE PROUD OF YOUR CHOICE AND KNOW ONLY YOU CAN TRUELY MAKE YOU FEEL HAPPY & WELL.

Besides its not the easy way out its just a little help.

Its a lot of work on our part we still need to watch what we eat & work out.

Im happy for your courage in the desicion to get your Band. Best of luck to you on your big day. (Its like a new BIRTHDAY for you) Everything will turn out well for you!!

Keep me posted we can be support Buddies.

PB, I am hoping to hear how u are doing following surgery. I plan to post after I get banded. (Wed. 6th)

Congrats this is the start of your new life and LB journey. No it is NOT a DIET by any means. You will need to re train yourself to eat real food and not too much and chew really well! I did say Really well. You heard me RIGHT? It is a wonderful choice you have made. This is a tool that works well if you work with it, and will be very very rewarding. If you follow all the rules and take the time you need to heal all will be well for you.

I was banded June 29, 2009 over a year ago and I would do it again today if I needed too. I have lost 110 pound with the help of my tool. My life has changed and I am a healthier and Happier person today. I love to hear how excited you are to embark on this amazing LB journey. Make the most of everyday and be happy Best wishes and keep posting blogging is so helpful. This by no means is the easy way out!! Trust me. imaluckydog

I think its great that your taking your taking the steps you need to take for a healthier you. Anyone who has the Lapband, well its alot of hard work...just a tool that helps you reach your goal. Good for you! I'm down 130 lbs in 18 months....and I could not have done this alone. Its not the easy way out or cheating when your saving your life and adding years of happiness to it. Hope we hear more and get to follow you and your successes. Best of Luck.

Christy