I am so thankful i came across this forum. After reading all the entries i have made the decision to go for it. i'm so tired of not having a life. My weight is keeping me a prisoner in my own home. My health is deteriorating a rapid pace ie. sleep apnea, hight blood pressure and cholesterol, and many more. i'm sick of taking a dozen pills a day. After reading hundreds of entries of this forum i have become so pumped up to have the band. i see my physician next week to get the ball rolling. i'm am so excited. Wish me luck !