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Well, I guess I should start off with my stats:

Sex: Male

Age: 22

Height: 6'2

Current Weight: 370 lbs.

All Time High Weight: 460 lbs:embarassed:

Lapband: Not yet, still in the decision stage

I have a few questions, but will lurk a little more to see if my questions have already been asked and answered by others :). I know how annoying it is when a newbie comes in and asks the same thing that has been asked 1000's of times lol :).

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Welcome Derick. I started reading the post about June timeframe and went in for the seminar July 23 and had my sx Aug 21. It was not bad at all. I feel great. Feel free to ask any questions of us, we're happy to help.

Ladydi

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Derick....you've already lost a 100 pounds!! Proud of you!!

Dont hesitate to ask questions....that's the purpose of this board! We all need to learn from one another and we keep on learning forever depending on what stage we are experiencing.

Best wishes to you.........

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Derick....you've already lost a 100 pounds!! Proud of you!!

Dont hesitate to ask questions....that's the purpose of this board! We all need to learn from one another and we keep on learning forever depending on what stage we are experiencing.

Best wishes to you.........

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Welcome Derick. Don't worry about asking questions that have already been asked. I'm sure we've all done it. Also, some of the members know the site so well, they'll just head you in the direction of a thread that will help you. So go ahead and ask away.

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Welcome Derick! You have already made great progress...congratulations! This site is an awesome resource. Just keep reading lots and ask questions. Good luck!

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Hi Derick hey congratulations on the 100lb weight loss WOW how great is that! I have just been banded on 9/6/06 but if i can help with anything just ask~and WELCOME

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