I'm starting to get a bit jittery. My open gastric bypass was Sept 02 and I didn't fair well because I chose to eat more than I should have. I've been thinking about the lapband for six years and getting my "head right." I'm really ready now, I have visions of what my body will be like.... very excited. I'm new to this site and excited to get a nice welcome from Alex. I know that my life is about to change now that I know what I HAVE to do. I'm really ready this time. Not many get a second chance, I'm grateful.

That is great you made the choice to have the Band. I was banded Oct 12th this year and down about 36lbs and I just now started to go back to the gym so very excited. I chose this vs the other because you don’t have the nutritional issues and you lose slower so less skin issues. This has been the best decision ever. This is a tool so eating like we did in the past will not fix the problem. The band basically makes you control your portions as we could not do that on our own without. So you see it's a tool not a miracle fix. I have looked at food in such a different light now. I view it as fuel and not the medicine I need to deal with stress or depression. I wish you the best and stay in touch. The surgery is pretty easy minus the recover week. You will have pain from the incisions but that is about it. Take the pain med's, try to move around after surgery and you will be fine. Bring a soft small pillow or blanket to the hospital; you will need it for the ride home under you seatbelt between your tummy!! See ya on the other side!! LOL

It looks like we may be band buddies! My tentative date is Dec 20^th as well. I find myself having those same visions when I think of what my body may look like and it’s very exciting indeed! Best of luck to you, keep in touch!

To keep me encouraged- I went to the local gym on my lunch hr to inquire about prices and individual training. I started getting nervous walking in the door and felt like I wanted to cry. I was so looking for a sign that I'm doing the right thing. I then noticed a young Catholic priest that I went to high school with on the treadmill. He said, " Hi Jill, Glad to see you." I instantly felt relieved and I knew I had recieved my "sign." I plan to sign up for one year with a tanning package as well. The ultra light rays really help with some mild depression, especially this time of the year in Michigan. I'm seeking something within myself that is going to take alot of encouragement and support. I'm glad to have found this here as well. Thank you to my two new friends for responses. Ted- you are cute:)