Hey Karen! You look great! I am in Northern California as well (Santa Rosa) And I am getting my lap-band on Feb 12th! I am about a 16 now, so if you have any clothes left that you are getting rid of I will take them! I don't want to buy anymore clothes untill after my surgery and some weight loss! I realize this is an old post, but thought I would say hi anyway- if you have any advice or info to share, E-mail me!