This photo of me is my most recent photo. I took it on 3//2514. I'm at my original starting weight of 240. That's how much I weighed before going through with the Lap-Band. Icks that the 37-47 pounds that I did lose, almost instantly piled back on once I HAD to have my band removed due to infection. My mom says I haven't been trying, well, yes I have. She just doesn't want me to have surgery. But you guys I think its best for me

Yes ppl do read them…..good luck!!!..its nice o have support but u must do this for you're self….

Hello,

I have been over weight from about the age of 10 and just continued to gain. I have decided to have surgery also. I am having the sleeve. Your weight issues are yours. We all want the approval of our family and friends, but ultimate choice to be healthy is yours. I am reading a great book about weight loss surgery. One of the topics is support. Make a pro and cons list about being over weight and one about weight loss surgery, then make copies and give it to your family. Maybe they will be there for you. You should be proud of yourself for taking this step to live a healthy life.