Okay this is my first blog. I am scheduled to have my lap-band on July 28, 2008. I'm excited and nervous all at the same time. I know that I have to do this if I want to live a healthy life. I am having a lot of trouble with the pre-op diet. It is very very hard to stick to this diet. I hope it will be easier after my sugery becuase I'm just hungry all the time right now. I hope I can take the weight off.

Here are my starting measurements: (

Weight - 233.5 lbs

Chest 45.5"

Waist 38"

Hips 50" (When my husband took this measurement he said "Oh my God." We both laughed, but it is very sad.)

Arms

L - 16.5"

R - 16.5"

Thigh

L - 30"

R - 30"

I'll see what my weight is on the day of surgery and I'll update weekly. Wish me luck.