Hi everyone this is my first post.

[rosiej 0]

This is my second day of the liquid diet, my surgery is Monday the 18th of April. I really enjoy this site and hope to make some friends. I am 53 years old, I have 3 children and 5 grandchildren. I'm getting nervous about this whole life style change but I know I have to do something different then what I've been doing all my life. I have lost weight with diet pills and crazy diets but always gained it back, I am looking forward to losing it forever.

[fly4kidsrt 1]

Welcome to the forums Rosie. I am a newbie, I had my surg March 31 and I know this was definately the best and right deecision for me. Best of luck on Monday!!!

[123crod 170]

Hang in there before you know it surgery will be over with and your new life will begin. I have learned a lot from people on this site so visit often and go to and in-person support group too. I am 50 and wished I did it a whole lot early, but at least now I can run after my Grandbabies. My Granddaughter Olivia who is 4 years old talks about my Band all the time with everyone and anyone. She always wants to feel it so i let her feel my port. She makes up all kind of stories about my Band. Too funny!!

Cheri