Re-Introduction and The Decision (No, this isn't about Lebron James!!) LOL

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I am a 36 year old teacher from Chicago.. I started researching the Lap Band Surgery 3 years ago and stumbled upon this gem of a site!! I have to admit, I was a little overwhelmed by all of the info and left for a while.. But I'm back!!! I've decided to have the Lap Band surgery so that I can continue to enjoy a wonderfully bless and prosperous life! Only recently I have begun to "feel my size"... My knees are telling the story of all 365 lbs of me!! I am just being my 6-month supervised weight loss phase and I will definitely be a "frequent flier" on the board this time..

Congrats to all who are successfully navigating this life of overcoming obesity and food addiction... My prayers and support go out to you and especially to the NEWBIES and those of us soon to join the ranks of "The Banded Ones"...