:thumbup:My name is Stacie and I'm from Fort Walton Beach Fl. I'm 47 yrs old. I have my first appt with the surgeon on 10 Aug 10. It is a group meeting, so I guess it's the initial class. I'm very excited about starting down the road to a healthier me. I have been reading threads here for about a month, I'm very lucky to have the support of my family as I start this new life. I've asked some of my friend what they thought about me doing this and it's been nothing but postive. However, I'm not telling them I'm having the surgery, I feel it's something they don't need to know right away.

Welcome to LBT! Having a support base of some sort is really helpful; I'm glad you have friends who will support you when you're ready to tell them.