I have been coming here almost daily since deciding to have surgery! It is addicting! I am scheduled for the 28th this month. Only 2 weeks away! I am so glad I found this place, it has reaffirmed my decision and made me sure that I am doing the right thing and going into it with reasonable expectations.

Now for the formal introduction. I am 38 and teach six grade. I have been happily married for 13 years, and have 2 great stepsons and one grandbaby. I started this battle with my weight in my early 20s and was at around 150 when I got married. I woke up shocked one day about 5 years ago to find that I was weighing over 200 lbs. That was literally a moment of desperation and depression for me. In my mind, ONE HUNDRED-anything meant I was "struggling with some extra weight". Over 200, I realized I was losing the battle. A series of serious diet attempts ensued. I have done the 20 lbs off and 25 lbs back on thing so many times that now I am up to 230. It is truly time for me to make a change that will help me get to a healthier weight. I confess I am a girly-girl....love the hair, makeup, clothes, bling-bling etc... Sadly, I never feel like any of it even looks good any more. And the health related issues are starting. I found out in May this year that I am insulin resistant, and have borderline high blood pressure. The combination of Actos and Benicar have left me with edema in my ankles and the last 10lb weight gain, which was literally the straw that broke the camels back. I feel like I must do something to get a grip on this before I hit 240, or 250, or so on. I am really excited to be getting the lapband, and cant wait for this process to begin. I want to reclaim my health, my energy, my confidence, my looks, my vitality.....Oh heck, you guys know where I am coming from with all that, lol. I am self-pay and will be going to Monterrey. I am so happy that I found this forum to come to for support, encouragment, and reassurance... especially in those first weeks post-0p. You guys are the greatest! (hey, i just realized that in 2 weeks i will BE one you!!!) I look forward to sharing our experiences on the journey.

Welcome Glitterqueen, and good luck with your surgery - it'll be here before you know it!

Before you know it you'll be shopping for new bling-bling...

Hey Glittergueen, Welcome and Good luck! 2 week, wow not too long but I bet it feel like forever?!

Hi Glitterqueen!

Thanks for the intro. I only wish that the band had been available when I hit 230... Stop it now before it takes total control of your life!!

Congrats on your surgery date!

Irene

Welcome to the family, Glitterqueen!

I teach 3rd grade...so wahoo to you! Think about how great you'll be in your classroom with more energy! Your kids won't even recognize you! Best of luck to you.

Jon

Glitterqueen....Congratulations and welcome! I so agree with what Renebean said...be so thankful you're getting your band before the scales got any higher! I so wish I had but I'm doing it now and that's all that matters. You're in for the ride of your life! I can't even begin to tell you how much better my life is since getting my band. I'm quite sure you'll feel the same way! Good luck and take care.

Glitterqueen~ good luck with your upcoming surgery. Welcome to LBT!!

See why I love this place!!!!!!! Posted an intro last night and checked it today to find such a warm welcome! Awesome!

Welcome Glitter Queen. My surgery is Nov 2nd in Houston.Where are you from?

Welcome Glitterqueen! This is an awesome support site.

Welcome Glitterqueen. See you in bandland in a couple of weeks. Celeste

Welcome officially to bandland, I think I have posted to you during that last couple of weeks. I am so glad that you have made this decision and that you feel as confident about it and yourself as you are about to embark on this new journey. It's a curvy road with lots of bumps, potholes and a few hills, but each one carries an invaluable lesson that you will use for the rest of your life, which should be long and healthy!!!

Keep us posted as to how things are going. Lots of us here believe in the power of prayer and will be keeping you in our thoughts.

I wish you the most successful surgery and speediest recovery.

Cindy