Thanks Connie.....

....for putting out the word about this site! I've finally made the decision to have WLS and only recently started the process. So much to learn, some very important decisions to make -- as terrific a resource as OH is, it's great to know there's a community of "family" here! Joanne

Isn't it great knowing we have a nice little place to call our own? I found out about it from Sharyn (the ******y nurse). Welcome. What WLS have you decided on?

Nice to "meet you," Julie, and thanks for the welcome. I have a hard time wrapping my brain around RNY surgery for various reasons (not the least of which is terror ), so I'm leaning towards lap band. My only hesitation is my concern about setting myself up for another failed attemt at maintaining a food plan. From what I've read, lap band does not seem to have the success rate of RYN and so many people then opt for revision. Then again, RYN has a higer rate of complications. Oh, and there's that pesky mortality rate issue... So, as you can see, I swing both ways (in a manner of speaking ) and I hope the info. seminar I'm going to on Thursday will help clarify some things. Unfortunately, there's not much that can be done about my unfortunate affinity for emoticons. I suppose we'll just have to hang in there until the novelty wears off.

Welcome Joanne. I look forward to sharing your journey with you. Rachelle

Thanks Rachelle. You and Chris look like a wonderful couple, and your two little nephews are adorable! Joanne

That's why I put the GLBT Forum link on my signature line!!! Sharyn nurse2b