I am looking for answers, encouragement, discouragement, etc. I am seriously thinking of the surgery.:thumbup:

You have to do it for yourself. I've been told time and again, it's not a solution- it's a tool. I know for me, I researched it for almost 4 years, went to my first seminar in 2007, and then decided to give it another try on my own for a year. At the end of 2008, I decided I needed help. It's a big step to take and from what I see after reading others posts who have had the surgery, it takes as much dedication as any other diet- the difference is it's a life change, not temporary.

In my opinion you have to be MENTALLY prepared more then anything.

Good luck!!

Yes!!!!

It is best thing I ever did, I just wish I would have done it sooner.

I was a big carb eater, not a sweet eater at all, so it really worked wonders with me.

I eat almost everything I did before, just small amounts. I don't even think the way I used to think about food.

I love exersize now, weight training, Zumba and Jazzersize. I can bend, jump and even run now!!! I couldn't even move out of my own way before!

It's great.

I still have 49 pounds to go, but it will go in time. I've lost 66 pounds so far (my ticker below needs updated)

I do make frequent trips to the Goodwill, taking back clothes I bought there 2 months before and getting smaller ones.

It's awesome!!

I am looking for answers, encouragement, discouragement, etc. I am seriously thinking of the surgery.:thumbup:

In all honesty, if you decided to do it I would suggest not telling people. The only people who know for me is, my husband and mother and father (because I live with them). I've heard stories of all the non-supportive people who try to talk people out of it. I would keep it to yourself until you've had it done at the very least.

And I agree with the other comment you must do it for you and no one else.

I REALLY appreciate the honest feedback. It is what I need to hear!!