Hi everyone. My name is Maureen. Iwas banded on 3/17/04 by Dr. Leon Katz and Dr.Glen Fitterman on Long Island, New York.

To date I have lost 35.5 pounds.

Hope to get encouragement and support from everyone.

I can't wait to get to know everyone.

Maureen:p

Hi Maureen and Welcome

You have found a wonderful support group here ...everyone here is so supportive and knowledgable.

We all are very kind and caring...some of us are very funny too (Derlarla) . You will be sure to get some good laughs here. No one will ever make you feel uncomfortable for any questions or opinions you have so don't be shy jump right on in and get your feet wet

And Congratulations on your band and weight loss. you are doing awesome!

Hi Maureen,

You will definitely get that support and friendship you need here. Just make sure you are a part of the group and correspond with us frequently... Ask any questions you might have... We're here for anything. I got banded 5/8/04 in Tijuana Mexico by Dr. Lopez. I haven't had any problems and am down 46 lbs. I know that weight loss is pretty unusual but I am pretty fanatical about my calorie counts and started off super heavy at 362 lbs. From what I understand and have read, the heavier you are the easier it will come off INITIALLY. I think it gets harder down the road. Glad to meet you, tell us more about yourself. Here is some personal info on me: I am 30 years old, married 5 years, live in Oregon, no kids, LOTS of pets. I enjoy swimming, gardening, cooking, travel, the beach etc. You can find a lot out about each one of us further down this thread. A lot of us contributed information about our personal lives on another thread in this forum. Look around and make yourself at home, Teresa

Welcome Maureen! You have done fantastic so far! I look forward to hearing from you.

Hi Maureen

Nice to meet another East Coaster! Sometimes it seems like there's no place in America except California and Texas. Let's hear it for the NE Metroplex!!

Thanks everyone for the warm welcome. I am excited to be part of such an awesome group.

Maureen

Welcome aboard the support train. Tickets are free. Advice is Free. Laughter will cost you especially if you have stitches.

Welcome, Maureen! I am not yet banded, but hope to be soon. You're doing great, girl!