Hi there! I'm new to the forum. I have my consult next Wednesday to begin my weight loss journey. I am from Florida, but I currently reside in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

I am looking forward to reading the wisdom in the posts of those that have walked this journey before me!

Sandi

Congrats on starting your journey and definitely best of luck! I've only been banded for about 4 months but I can say the surgery is my best decision yet. The weight is coming off at a prety good rate and I feel better than ever.

I think the most important part is just ensuring you're ready to make the needed changes. It does take effort on your part but the band most definitely helps, though it won't do all the work for you.

Thanks for the support

I'm pretty good at doing what I set my mind to do... yesterday I celebrated 5 years of no smoking! I'm ready to do this and I can't wait!!

Thanks for the support

I'm pretty good at doing what I set my mind to do... yesterday I celebrated 5 years of no smoking! I'm ready to do this and I can't wait!!

Congrats on quitting!! You most definitely have the will power then. I've heard smoking is one of the hardest thing to quit.

I am new too! I just had my surgery Monday. I am excited and nervous to get through these first 4 weeks. So far so good though.

I am new too! I just had my surgery Monday. I am excited and nervous to get through these first 4 weeks. So far so good though. :thumbup:

Good luck, boatlaker!!! I'm sure you'll do well. I can't wait to see your progress!

How do I get a ticker for my posts?

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Congrats from one floridian to another!!!

How do I get a ticker for my posts?

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I think you get them at tickerfactory.com :scared2:

Congrats from one floridian to another!!!

Thanks, Beachbunny! I see your surgery was fast tracked! I hope mine is. I'll know more on Wednesday after my initial visit.

Hi! I'm new too. Good luck on your journey!

Thanks, Beachbunny! I see your surgery was fast tracked! I hope mine is. I'll know more on Wednesday after my initial visit.

Yes , i made sure i got everything done pronto!!!