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Hi, my name is Monique and I will be banded on 10/21/11 YAY ME!!!!!. I am so very excited about this. I am looking to connect with people from Chicago or the surrounding areas. I I currently live in Lisle,IL. with my husband and son. I would love to chat,email, or meet up with people who have had/will have the surgery. I hope to hear from you guys. My email is nikkismith7906@yahoo.com and my Facebook page is www.facebook.com/mywlsjourney Thanks!!

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Hi Monique and welcome to the forum! Congrats on your upcoming surgery!:D Its such an exciting time for you! Be sure to read lots of threads from new and veteran bandsters to answer all your questions and help eliminate any anxities you may have. Theres always plenty to learn from others experiences on here. And there is area specific threads on the forum also if you want to connect with people in your specific location also. Best of luck and welcome again! :)

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