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Hello all!! I just made the desicion this week to have the lap band surgery!

I am so glad that I found this site! :)

I hope that I meet people that can help me with concerns and questions.. and that I meet new friends!

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Congratulations on your decision! This site is a great resource...read all you can and ask lots of questions. Good luck!

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Hi, I'm in Romeoville and will help anyway I can. I have had my band 15 months and have lost 80 pounds. ~Mandy

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Hi and welcome to LBT! I think you have made a wonderful decision, I know I have had no regrets. Any idea on when you will be having your surgery? Make sure you read the stickies at the top of the forums, they are loaded with valuable information. And, of course, don't be afraid to ask us for any advice you need, that is what we are here for.

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Hi Lunasprite, I got my band in Aug. I live in Houston area, Tx but my bro and sister-in-law live in Elgin, Il. Was just in Rockford in July. Welcome aboard, you'll love it here. Great people that will be very helpful!

Ladydi

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Hi Lunasprite,

WELCOME.... We live close I am in Forreston Il about 40 min. I was banded 10/4/06 and have already lost 12#,feel great, let me know if you ever want to chat, Jules

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Lunasprite - hey welcome aboard. I am north of Rockford - 20 minutes north of Janesville WI - I got my band 4 months ago and am down @ 54 #'s. This is a great place to find out anything you want to know about lapband and more -

Good Luck

Tracy

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and my daughter lives in Rockford...new also....:nervous

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