Hi there ! I am new to the group everyone. I just had had my band done on Sept 21st. 2004. I live in Chicago. and I am doing really great. So far so good. I am down 67 pounds. I just really want to talk to people that are in the same boat and also have a band, that has been the biggest struggle. family and freinds are supportive but only to a certain point! So I am just glad I found this web site. I was on the the bandsters and there was so much negative stuff going, so I am just super up beat about this whole experience( but yet realalistic)! So I can't wait to just talk! It has been a huge journey so far that is for sure. By the way I am 31 years old, and wighed 239 pre-op and right now I am 172. Have had weight problems just like everyone else my life starting at about 4th grade. So the journey has begun. Can't wait to to hear from anyone!

Hi, Aimee, glad to meet you! You have done a fantastic job on your weight loss! Do you have a goal weight? How has your life changed since you've had your band? Hope to get to know you better here!

Welcome! You're doing great!

Hi Aimee

Welcome...what a fantastic job you have done so far withyour weight loss.

I know what you mean about the bandsters group , I feel the same way about most of those Yahoo groups, this is why I have chosen to stay right herewith all of these loving caring supportive people. You will be happy you did too:)

Welcome! You have done an amazing job!

Aimee:

Welcome ! Glad you found us and I hope you come talk often. Everyone on this sight has been such an inspiration to me and always ready to give a helping hand and good advice. We will be here for you in happy times and times of tears.Share with us and we will share with you. You have great friends here! Nice to meet you and you have done a wonderful job with your weight lose.

Hi New hope thanks! my goal weight is 139# so a total weigh loss of 100#'s. So many things have changed so far. Like no more plus size clothes yeah no more Lane Bryant. I am in a size 12. That is so huge for me. Just not getting so upset looking in in the mirror anymore and disgusted at what is going to fit today. It's nice just sliding into anything in the closet. Kind of like a freedom. Crossing of the legs. Walking with my head higher. Playing with my neice and nephew and not keeling over with sweat. The list goes on and on. Thanks for asking me that question by the way soemtimes I forget all the positive things.

So tell me about yourself new hope how much did you start at and how is it going etc.. what has changed all that good stuff I would love to hear all about it!!

Thanks everyone you guys are all so sweet and this group seem soooo refreshing compared to the other groups I am so happy I found this group thanks I need th help!!

Aimee