hi there! i am also an emtional eater, i had my band added on 08/2006 and i have lost 129 pounds and i am keeping it off so far. but i feel the old habits coming back and i hate that feeling! i am hoping there is a OEA around my area because i really need to keep my head straight and not fall back into what is so easy for me to do. i am hoping that by joining this board i can get some help and support and encouragement too. thank you for your stories that you guys have posted - nice to know i am not alone.