I'm so happy for you. I just went to the doctor and asked about getting the lapband surgery. I have been a "big girl" all of my life and the doctor told me that I have to try to lose weight on my own..work out..blah blah. All the same stuff I've tried already numerous times. I am really depressed about it and I am just so tired of being the fat girl. Your story gives me hope that I might be able to get this surgery in the end...I just wish it'd happen sooner than later.