hi debsdesk
totally understand what you are goind thru,you sound like me in many ways........i mad the choice to have lapband because i had struggle with my weight for about 15 years thats about half of my life.the yoyo dieting and always being back where i started fat.....or should i say fluffy...hahaha.anyway today im happy with my choice and have a much better outlook on life,im still not at goal but i am trying very hard to get there,do what you feel is right for you and keep me posted.....lol mariah