Griffy3
I've been overweight since I was a kid. Most of my family struggles with obesity. The problem is that for the most part we are a healthy, happy bunch of folks that love food! I was perfectly content being fat. I had bunches of friends and never felt terrible about myself. I tried dieting, but was never successful since so much of my life revolved around food. I had never considered WLS. I have two aunts that had RNY and both of them have gained most of the weight back. When I turned 30, I did some serious soul-searching. I was diagnosed with Plantar Facsitis and although that isn't too big of a deal, I knew that it was just the beginning. I wasn't prepared to deal with the other co-morbidities that would most likely follow. I met a friend that had the lapband placed and did great with it. I watched her like a hawk when we went to restaurants and parties. I was amazed that she was eating normal food, but in small portions. I figured that I could do that!! I bombarded her with questions and before I knew it I was in the Dr.'s office for a consult! Long story short, I was banded by Dr. Hansen on 2/12/07 and couldn't be happier about my decision.
