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I'm James, and I'm from Dallas. I've been overweight/obese my entire life and I've finally decided to do something about it. Both my wife and I went in for our first consults this morning, and I gotta say things went much better than I thought. I was initially worried that a lack of several different types of dieting attempts would automatically disqualify me, but so far so good. I've only attempted losing weight through diet and exercise on my own, usually only losing a few pounds here and there before gaining it back. I've never trusted diets like Atkins or Weight Watchers because I've worked with so many people that just seemed to be constantly on them without losing a pound. Plus stuff like Atkins just seems so unhealthy to me. So yeah, we're ready to lose the weight and determined to do whatever it takes at this point. I was really hesitant about WLS, but after attending a seminar and having some of my fears soothed (I'll still be able to eat the things I really like) I was ready. I'm at a 42 BMI, hoping to lose about 130 lbs eventually (my goal). Got a sleep study, blood panel and EKG to get through, not to mention the insurance fight yet, but at least I'm on my way. Just thought I'd post my intro since I'll probably be lurking on these boards for advice from time to time.