...begins the new me. Right now I currently weigh 425 pounds. I have tried and tried to lose the weight but I gain it back plus I pick up what others have lost! On my last dieting adventure I went from 400 to 337 but gained it all back plus 25 pounds.

Along with message boards like this I have family and friends that have had this procedure that can help me along. For both I am extremely greatful. It is going to be a challenge and I thank all of you for sharing your experiences!

Maybe I should explain my avatar before people think I am just crazy

I am part of a group that dances for the Dallas Mavericks. We're called the Mavs ManiAACs(http://www.nba.com/mavericks/entertainment/Mavs_ManiAACs.html)

and that is a picture of me with Method Man at the 2005 NBA All Star Weekend that we perfromed at last week(Feb 17-21)

Hope all is well. Come and report in soldier!!

Well I made it, do I look skinnier? After a few days of feeling like a tackling dummy for the Dallas Cowboys I am back at work and taking things very slow. Everything went fine and I am feeling pretty good. Today I am wearing a pair of pants that I got for Christmas but couldn't fit into. That has really psyched me up! I go back on March 15 for my follow up.

Now I can go into these other newbie threads and speak of my experience! :eek: Thank you all for the kind words and support!

Oh yeah, for those that were wondering which ManiAAC I am, here is a link http://www.nba.com/mavericks/entertainment/maniAACs_bios.html#adam%20w.

The picture was taken about a year ago when I was down to 340 pounds on the Natural Hormonal Enhancement program. Now I'll have to come up with a new nickname, Biggy won't fit after awhile!

Good luck!! I hope all goes well for you with your surgery!

OH wow I hope everything goes great for you, I'm praying for you please come update us and let us know how your doing!!!!!!!!!

I was just reading your profile on the link you posted...you are a funny guy...

Congrats on the upcoming baby!!

I wish you lots of success....I'm just beginning to research this and am contemplating having it done...so it will be nice to follow your story.

Congrads, and a big Good luck to you!!!!

I was just reading your profile on the link you posted...you are a funny guy...

Congrats on the upcoming baby!!

I wish you lots of success....I'm just beginning to research this and am contemplating having it done...so it will be nice to follow your story.

It's good to research anything before you do it, especially sokmething as big as this! Stop contemplating and jump in, the water's fine!

I will keep posting as new events are made and hills are climbed. Anyone that wants to see my progress in person is free to stop by our ManiAAC section anytime during any Mavericks home game. It's in section 112 right next to the Drumline! I would love to meet up and talk about ports, fills, food or whatever