I have made the decision to have Lap Band surgery and have just begun the process of preliminary tests. I am going to meet with pcp next week and have a nutrition appt. the 2nd of Nov. and a psych appt. the 12th. I did not come to the decision to do this surgery quickly. My life has been filled with diets. I've tried everything from Weight Watchers (lifetime member since jr. high) to phentramine. I have a wonderfully supportive husband who loves me as I am. However, I don't love me as I am. I have no energy to play with my kids. I want to be able to cross my legs when I sit. I want to be around for awhile and have a good quality of life. I was filling out the paperwork for the surgeon and it asked the question how long have you been obese? It hit me then I have been categorically obese since I was 25 years old(I'm 41 now)...how did I get here? I am praying that all of this turns out as I wish it. That the tests go quickly and smoothly and that insurance does not become an issue. I want to begin anew. I am so looking forward to this next chapter of my life and can't wait to get started!!:smile2: