Hello, everyone!

I haven't been around for a while. It's been 3 months since my surgery date- August 20th, 2008.

I've only lost about 25lbs and it hasn't been so easy... Does anybody else feel the same way?

I am feeling a bit discouraged. I really need support (and friends!)

I'd love to get a buddy, or to just be very engaged in conversation in the forums, about everyone's experiences.

Hello, I am also in Houston. I would love to talk with you. I will not be banded until 11-20, and really would love someone to talk to about it. I think patience is the key to anything, we did not gain overnight and as much as we would like it will not go away overnight. hang in there. What does your surgeon say?

My surgeon hasn't really told me much. In fact, I find the forums a lot more useful than advice from my surgeon... He really doesn't tell me much, but then again, it is also my fault for not being more informed.

Where in Houston are you?

Hi barb and linda! I'm in Katy and I was banded on 8/4. I've lost 46 pounds so far. I'd be happy to offer advice and support and a listening ear. There is also a forum here for Texas lap banders: Texas Local Lap-Band Support - Lap Band Surgery and Lap Band Discussion Forum

You can find several threads in there about Houston and the surrounding area.

Talk to you soon!