Hi my name is Chris from sunny phoenix Arizona.6 years ago I was banded and at 500 was able to loose 250lbs and began to manipulate the band and cross addicted .As Alcholism reared its ugly head and my band became less effective .In Gugust of 2004 I became sober with the concept of 12 step and in regaining my health gained back 100lbs .

In July of this year a freak accident left me damaged,the port was torn away and the tube snaped and had emergency surgery by my surgon to repair it only to find that it was salavagable and intact.

I opted to start over and apply the same steps and principals as i do in managing my drinking to this process and have lost 40lbs and had my first fill as like my sobriety I have to maintain this second chance at life like a precious gift .................

Chris :shades_smile:

Right on, congrats that you have made it this far! I wish the best to you with your band and in fighting alcoholism.

Wow sounds like your psych eval let you down! But you are triumphant anyway! This isn't a horror story, it's a success story, in my book!

One Day At A Time... One hour at a time... One minute at a time... You will make it!

Congrats actually. I agree this isn't a horror story. You are well on your way to having all positive things in your life. Hang in there

Deb I don't know if I could say it any better LOL LOL

Dear Chris -

As a daughter of an alcoholic (who died at the age of 39 as a direct result of this horrible disease), I applaud your sobriety!!!! As a grown woman starting the process of becoming banded, I appreciate your hard fought battle!!!!

You hang in there and as said before, one day at a time, baby!! Take care and keep in touch. Yours is a story of inspiration and courage.

I can't add anymore that anyone else has said.... so I will just say best of luck, and good for you :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

Congratulations to you ! You are on the right track! I wish you the best.