I am just a woman that has struggled with weight issues since as long as I can remember. I remember being teased in 3rd grade about my weight. I have been up and down weight wise and really am frustrated. The least I have weighed in adult hood is 170, the most is what I weigh now... 260:help: .

I live in San Diego and have a wonderful 2 (well he will be 2 in April) year old son. The father is not in our lives and is probably better that way. I love animals, camping, bowling and many more things.

Hello bluejay,

Are you thinking about getting the Band? In your post it is not clear what kind of reply you are looking for. I have been very happy with my band. I can not eat like a delicate lady instead of a hired hand and not only have I lost weight, but i feel so much better about who i am. Being out of control around food was a monkey on my back. Now it's gone.

San Diego must be beautiful. I heard once that it has the best weather in the states. Lots of chances for outdoor fun!

If you have more questions, please ask. We lapbandsters are here for you.

annieM,

Yes I am thinking of getting the lap band I am calling my doctor tomorrow (03/26) to schedule an appointment to see if I can be approved for the surgery. My insurance has already said that if my doctor says that I can have the surgery they will cover everything.

San Diego is beautiful to most people but I am a native and I am really starting to hate it here. It is over crowded, hard to find a job and prices are outrageous. It is really hard surviving on one income unless you make a 6 figure salary.

Yes the weather is nice, I suppose. It gets hot in the summer and cold in the winter, although sometimes you can wear shorts all year around depending on how tolerant you are of the cold.

Anyhow... I am going to be moving out of San Diego as soon as I can.

Bluejay, welcome to lapband talk forum. Congrats on your impending surgery. Good luck!

Thank You Julie

Hi Bluejay! Welcome to LBT! This site is a wonderful place for lots of information and support. I was banded on 1/30/07 and am doing well. It was one of the best decisions I have made. Feel free to ask any questions. Everyone here is great. Best of luck to you! Gigi

Welcome! I would LOVE to move off Long Island, NY to a warmer place where it's less crowded and hectic and where you're not taxed to death. My job and family keep me here but I won't retire here. Good luck with the MD approving you for the band.

Welcome BlueJay...you are among friends here...we all have similar stories to share, (I too am a single mom of 2 toddlers) but with each passing day our stories are getting more and more exciting as we take another day towards our future as lite, healthy and happy individuals...keep us posted...

becky

Again, thank you everyone for the support.