From my journal entry on ck.

If you are reading this blog for the first time you, and you are struggling with losing weight, thinking that it is just not worth it, please, reassess.

Preface: to those who do not know me: I had the gastric adjustable band put in on January 24, 2006. This was my only option after years of worsening health. It is a tool to help me out. It is not for everyone and not everyone should think about WLS as an "easy way out" because it isn't.But, after years of frustration, yoyoing with the same 10 pounds, feeling that even though I was really learning and doing what was correct for a healthier life, I was unable to do it.

It is now 10 months with my "tool" that reminds me when I am full and to stop eating now.
I have gone from my high of 316.5 to at this moment 255.

Here is the reality. The band is the tool. I exercise every day for at least 30 minutes, even if I am in pain and can only walk my dog slowly. I get the heart rate going.I eat lower carbs and higher quality proteins. I keep away from as many processed foods as I am able.

And I have a sense of humor.
And I believe in myself.

You guys can do it. The struggle may seem too hard right now, but work on getting the mind in the right place and the body, with or without a "tool" like the band, can come along.

My tool would not be working without my brain working with it.

I hated how I looked.
I love how beautiful I am today.
I can imagine how beautiful I will be in another 60 pounds.

Good luck on your journey.