Fighting with this band

I am a mother of a 16 year old. She is the reason why I wake up every morning. I have struggled with my weight for at least 20 years and I finally decided to make a change. I was banded 3/3/11 and so far I've lost 16lbs. I know it's a slow progress but I am willing to be patient and watch the weight come off. (Eventuallly!)