Who am I

[bluejay 0]

I am just a woman that has struggled with weight issues since as long as I can remember. I remember being teased in 3rd grade about my weight. I have been up and down weight wise and really am frustrated. The least I have weighed in adult hood is 170, the most is what I weigh now... 260:help: .

I live in San Diego and have a wonderful 2 (well he will be 2 in April) year old son. The father is not in our lives and is probably better that way. I love animals, camping, bowling and many more things.

[annieM 2]

Hello bluejay,

Are you thinking about getting the Band? In your post it is not clear what kind of reply you are looking for. I have been very happy with my band. I can not eat like a delicate lady instead of a hired hand and not only have I lost weight, but i feel so much better about who i am. Being out of control around food was a monkey on my back. Now it's gone.

San Diego must be beautiful. I heard once that it has the best weather in the states. Lots of chances for outdoor fun!

If you have more questions, please ask. We lapbandsters are here for you.

[bluejay 0]

annieM,

Yes I am thinking of getting the lap band I am calling my doctor tomorrow (03/26) to schedule an appointment to see if I can be approved for the surgery. My insurance has already said that if my doctor says that I can have the surgery they will cover everything.

San Diego is beautiful to most people but I am a native and I am really starting to hate it here. It is over crowded, hard to find a job and prices are outrageous. It is really hard surviving on one income unless you make a 6 figure salary.

Yes the weather is nice, I suppose. It gets hot in the summer and cold in the winter, although sometimes you can wear shorts all year around depending on how tolerant you are of the cold.

Anyhow... I am going to be moving out of San Diego as soon as I can.

[juliegeraci 7]

Bluejay, welcome to lapband talk forum. Congrats on your impending surgery. Good luck!

[bluejay 0]

Thank You Julie

[gigi8 0]

Hi Bluejay! Welcome to LBT! This site is a wonderful place for lots of information and support. I was banded on 1/30/07 and am doing well. It was one of the best decisions I have made. Feel free to ask any questions. Everyone here is great. Best of luck to you! Gigi

[Elisabethsew 50]

Welcome! I would LOVE to move off Long Island, NY to a warmer place where it's less crowded and hectic and where you're not taxed to death. My job and family keep me here but I won't retire here. Good luck with the MD approving you for the band.

[flabuless 18]

Welcome BlueJay...you are among friends here...we all have similar stories to share, (I too am a single mom of 2 toddlers) but with each passing day our stories are getting more and more exciting as we take another day towards our future as lite, healthy and happy individuals...keep us posted...

becky

[bluejay 0]

Again, thank you everyone for the support.