Hi just wanted to introduce myself: I'm Katherine, 40, married, 2 kids, from Oregon, banded in Mexico 12/31/05. I've experienced a lot of ups and downs with my band, but happy to say, I losing and doing well as of now:)

Hi Katherine.. Welcome to the board!! You're an "oldie", but a "newbie"! This is a great site.. glad you found us!

Hi Judy, yes you could that I had no clue these boards even existed until March of this year. Finding support forums has been extremely helpful in my journey, I felt like it finally began once I found fellow bandsters! I was self pay and went to Mexico so I think it's different in support compared to US dr's and local groups.

Katherine, welcome to LBT! I've been banded since Oct 2005, and even though I'm at a fairly comfortable point (25-30 lbs from goal) I still come to LBT to catch up and keep my eye on the prize.

It helps me to know that others are experiencing the same issues, so I read a lot and post when I feel as though I can add something to the conversation.

I too was self pay, local doc here in TX. I've been very fortunate to have few complications, and definitely no regrets.

Congratulations on the loss you've had, keep up the good work!

All the best,

Karla

Welcome to LBT! Glad to have you aboard!

Wow you've lost so much---congrats!! Very inspiring!

Hi Katherine,

Welcome and nice to *meet* you. Glad to hear things are now going well for you!

Hi Stacy, thank you! Thank goodness we get 2nd chances with the band!

Karla---for some reason I can't reply under your post?! I'm still trying to figure this forum out.

You've worked the band--good for you! You're so close to goal that must feel awesome---can't wait till I get there too

Hi Katherine, I just wanted to drop by and welcome you to LBT too!

Hi Susan, thank you

You're doing so well with losing---good job!