Wanted to say hello

[mckenna 0]

I'm new to this forum, so I just wanted to say hi, and see if there are any others out there around my age. I am 72, but people tell me I don't look it (yeah right LOL) I had the lap band 5 weeks ago, and I hope to get my first fill on Monday. Everything is going pretty good for me, and I really want to get some restriction so I am not so hungry. At first I wasn't hungry, but once I start eating, I want to eat more and more. Anyway, I would like to lose 60 more lbs. I have already lost 25 since Feb. 25. So I am right on target. I live near Boise Idaho. Bye for now. McKenna:tt2:

[Devana 0]

Congratulations on your banding mckenna. So you don't look 72? Wait till you lose more weight and you'll feel much younger, too!

Good luck with your fill.

[Pattyrich 0]

Hi, McKenna -- I just saw your post. I am new to this site. I was banded March 27, 2009. I will be 70 years young in June. Just wondering do you live in Washington State? Please let me know how you have done since you were banded a year ago. When I changed my mind-set, I knew I was ready to have the lap band surgery. I am SO happy I did this.

Pat (pattyrich)

[Kennedy Conway 0]

Congratulations on your success!

I'm 61 but 'used to look a LOT younger'.

When I got to my lowest weight people who had known me for many years started commenting that I 'looked' older.

I finally realize I could respond with: "I may look older, but I'll LIVE longer".

[lindas0809 0]

Hi Everyone!

I am getting banded next month (hopefully) and my Mom who is 69 is really interested in getting it done too. She's afraid she's too old and won't get approved. Can you guys fill me in on how your journey's went? Did you have private insurance or medicare? Was it a battle to get a Dr. to do it around 70?

Any info you could give would be great. Good luck to all of you.

[fredanna 17]

I've lost about 100 pounds. I'm healthier, bit quite wrinkled so I guess I look my age. Better to look my age than to be morbidly obese.

[punkinvine 227]

I will be 64 soon. Glad to hear you gals are on track at 70. I do the gym and feel as good as I did at 30 for the most part. I did not really fill the positive affects of the band till my second fill but after that ... it has been a great tool. I have a support group of which several clients are in their 70's and they are swimming and walking lots to enhance their health. Go for it! I am too!