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So, I have decided to take this lap band journey. I've pretty much been overweight all of my life and at 22 I am starting to take it serious. I've had many reservations about the surgery but I can't stand to be in this body anymore. I had weighed the pros and cons, saw the success and horror stories and I have to say the pros outweigh the cons.

So, I am currently 267, 5'6. I hope to lose 127lbs or fit a size 6, which ever comes first.

I should be having my surgery the second or third week of November. I am so excited!!!!

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I've only been banded for a few weeks, but I researched it for several years and I can tell you that

it takes a lot of commitment to be successful. You'll have to follow your surgeons instructions

and it takes a bit of will power. There will be some (a lot) of hunger and you'll get awfully tired

of Protein Drinks. Given all that, if you truly want to lose weight and are willing to put in the work,

you'll do great. This is an excellent place for support and if you stick with it, you can meet some good

friends here. Good luck and let me know if there's anything I can help you with.

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