Hi all.....

I'm Judi and I weigh 130 lbs. But, for some reason, my scale says differently. It says that I am 100 lbs overweight. I've been trying to convince the scale that it's wrong. But, it doesn't seem to get it. Just like my size 10 jeans. They don't realize that I own them and they have to obey me. And, there's lots of other condumdrums in my life. The only thing I can think is that an alternate Judi has taken over my life and my body. It's just temporary, I keep thinking. But, this person has stayed now for 8 years. She has cost me quite a bit of money, she is doing a number on my knees, she is ruining my health, she is tiring me out, she is ruining my sex life and she has made it impossible for me to ride amusement park rides! To be honest--she has worn out her welcome. I neeed to find the real Judi. She's the girl I miss. She is the Judi I always was and who I know I am.

After having thryroid cancer 8 years ago and undergoing surgery to remove it and going through several grueling months of radiation, my entire body changed. Even after months of regulating thyroid replacement meds and changing my lifestyle, the pounds kept piling on. Since that time, I have done every weightloss program imagineable. And,I've got the books, menus, empty pill bottles and cancelled checks to prove it! Yet, even after all of that,I have been unable to get back my life.

Over the past 8 months, I've been researching and gathering information on lap band surgery. And, I am ready to take the leap. My first group meeting is on Monday March 19. I'm both excited and scared. And, that's why I am here.

I look forward to being a part of this group.....

Judi

Welcome to LBT Judi! I enjoyed your post! That alternate Judi will be moving on soon! Girl you have already beat cancer and proved yourself to be a strong woman. You will do fantastic with the band! Best of luck to you! Keep us posted!

Great introduction, lol! You will love all the information and support you will find here at LBT! I dont think I could have made it through those first months without this place. I am very excited for you!

I loved this post....I seem to be experiencing the same problem lol. Anyway, my name is Deanna--new here today and I am planning on having the LAP Band done. The surgery should take place in June or July. I have already been to all my meetings except for meeting with the psychiatrist....scary!!! : )

Hello to all, I'm looking forward to reading all of your stories and communicating with people who understand what I am going through.

Aww, Judi! Welcome!

It IS scary, but not as scary as the alternative. I was diagnosed with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, all in my pre-op testing. I knew these things were looming, I just hadn't realized that they snuck up on me so quickly. Not even 2 months post-op, and already 2 of these issues have almost resolved themselves.

Hi Judi.. You're so funny. Welcome to the boards :-)

Welcome...now, will the REAL Judi please come out and play? You've already found her, by the way....she is a wonderful and funny lady, and will be lots of fun to play with on the boards!

Thanks for finding us, and hope you learn lots by hanging out here...oh yeah, and use the "search" feature to look up whatever you want to know more about!

Thank you all so very much for your warm and kind welcome. How wonderful it is to be among kindred spirits with big hearts and open arms. Finding a place to belong feels so good! I can't fit on a rollercoaster but I sure feel like I'm on one!!! I guess I better hold on anyway! LOL!:phanvan :phanvan It's nice to know I'm not riding alone.....

I like all those tickers.....I want one!!! Thanks so much, Judi.....

Welcome Judi, and Deanna---you have indeed found the right place! This site is full of wonderful, knowledgeable people. I have never had an issue I did not get hlpe with right here!

And Judi you are right, it is without a doubt a roller coaster ride!!! But it can be a glorious ride!

If you need help with your ticker let me know--I can PM you some instructions.

Welcome to LBT!!!

Kat

Judi, welcome to lapband talk forum. You are in the right place. Congrats on making the decision to be banded.

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Welcome to LBT Judi!! KNOWLEDGE IS POWER. Do lots of research and make sure the band if for you. There are a lot of rules to follow, but it's worth it. My DW had surgery last May and I intend to do so when we get insurance. I hope you find this a warm and inviting place.

Hi Judiy!

You articulated so well what I have been feeling for years. I am definitely NOT this woman that I see in the mirror. I was banded on March 5 and have lost 17 lbs. I had my first follow up with my doctor today and I never thought that I would hear someone tell me that I needed MORE CALORIES! Good Luck.

Please add me to your buddy list.

Thanks all! Today, I attend the informational meeting. Over the weekend, I happened to run into the nurse from the Dr's office where I I went for medically supervised weightloss (meds). During our conversation, I shared with her my decision to have lapband. She thought it was a great idea for me (she knows SO WELL what I dealt with!). She told me to call their office today to request a letter to prove that I have been under a dr's care in the past for weight loss. She indicated that insurance will require it. She said that the dr will definitely help me out! So, I called this morning. He said that as far he is concerned, I am an excellent candidate! So, he was VERY agreeable to putting together a letter! He asked me to call him after the meeting today to let him know what I need from him. Amazing! I'm feeling like a June banding might actually be a reality! I consider this DIVINE INTERVENTION!!!! It was the "extra" message that I needed to tell me that this is to be MY JOURNEY!

JudiM

JudieM: LOVED your post! Welcome! and yes that is WONDERFUL about your doc getting a letter ready for you. Even if you insurance doesn't require it... IT HELPS!