SheriL1

Thank you, Ladies. Your thoughts really help!!! I am reading now.... and probably I shouldn't... about all the folks who are sick and have problems after getting banded. Do you have any regrets? Any REAL people you know you have been miserable after getting it? I have one friend who is happy with hers, but no other experiences to go on. Just doctor's "facts" in seminar. Any more thoughts you would be willing to share on this NEW issue I have? Thanks soooo much for listening! Sheri

I am considering LAP-BAND® surgery. Really having spiritual questions. I am wondering if getting a LAP-BAND® would be a statement to God that I don't trust in him to free me from this sin of gluttony. I have run this race for years...30+...success, failure, success, failure. All of it trying to learn from Him and holding close to Him. Each time learning more about myself and his faithfulness to me. Beyond the "wanting to look good" phase. Now at 46, just wanting to be more productive and not hurt... knee pain, sleep apnea, depression. Wondering if God is wanting me to move forward with this (I have already attended meeting, etc.) Another hang up....I have to self-pay. Hubby very supportive and always smart with money. Is this being a good steward? (I know all the medication, eating out arguements, but still have college costs, etc. on the horizon.) I ask all of these things in humility and with sincerity. Not judging anyone for their decisions, but trying to seek God in this for my own life. I would welcome any comments or prayers. Thanks, Sheri