everytime i look at the before and after pics thread, i start to cry. i mean, i can't wait to post my pics post surgery! it just makes me realize that i will have my life back and that i made the right decision....=)

They're great aren't they! I have lost 29 lbs so far but fell off the waggon over the holidays... should be at least another 5-10 lbs lighter. I can't wait to lose my next 20 lbs... I know I can do it with the help of the band... best decision I ever made.

I remember looking at those pics in awe before I got my surgery. Part of me was thinking how amazing the people in them looked, part of me was super excited that I got to have a chance at being a success like them, and then the smallest part of me wondered if I could really do it or if this was going to be like a diet I failed at.

I am so happy to say it is the best thing I have done for myself. With hard work and dedication I CAN and HAVE been able to do this. Congratts on your band decision and I look forward to seeing your after pics!

Don't cry Jacole1820,

We have felt what you are feeling now. Congratulations on your scheduled surgery date. Hang in there. We are all here for you. Let us know how you are doing. Take care!

Jacole - oh your post brought back a flood of memories. I cannot wait to see your after pic! Congratulations on getting your band next month. I hope the insurance doesn't give you any hard times and it goes smoothly.

I remember looking at all the before/after pics before my surgery, and I would always ask myself, "will I ever be able to post pics on here", It was such a good feeling when I finally posted my 6 & 9 months comparrison shots. It was a NSV for me.

Again, I am looking forward to seeing your progress!

Jacole, You will have to work at it, but the band is a great tool that I wish I had when I was your age. By this time next year, someone else will look at your pics and cry too!

you will do wonderful and am proud that you are thinking about your not so distant future success in this journey.

Take care,

Dolores