Hello fellow peoples in search of a better life. I was banded on the 11/09/08 in Hobart Australia by Mr Wilkinson. My goal is to lose about 45 kg so I can live to see my grand daughter walk down the aisle at her wedding! I suffer from high blood pressure, depression and type 2 diabetes. I am very confident I can turn these illnesses around. Have to stay on fluids for 4 weeks but its not that bad. Still have a little discomfort around the wounds and get reflux sometimes and like burping, gassy sensation in my throat. Hope this is all a bit normal. Like to here from anyone who can give me valuable info or tips. Thanks bye guys.:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup::smile::thumbup::smile::thumbup::laugh::thumbup::ohmy::thumbup::wink::thumbup::eek::thumbup:

Welcome to the board. Congrats on your band and good luck to your journey. I am sure your grand daughter will be very proud of you the day she gets married.