hi im donna and i weigh in at 410-420, i am 51 female retired until i become slim....i really want to work like a normal person... i decided to start this thread, so i can talk to other people who are in the same boat and in need of support, i am haveing laproscopic banding on my tummy between aug.-oct. this year. we can talk about are trials with food or how difficult it is to get around ...I KNOW YOUR OUT THERE AND NEED A FRIEND... i and im sure many others are willing to help us - maybe your a BIG time success you can share with us for now lots of hugs your friend donna k- ...........ps i really need to know what exercise i can do and motovation for my eating..

Donna, welcome to 3FC!
You've come to the right place for support. There are some more specific groups if you're interested in posting there, too.
There's Weight Loss Surgery here:
http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=78
And the 100 Club here:
http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=55

And lots of other great groups, too! Please post around a bit... you're sure to make some wonderful friends here.

Welcome!

I wish you motivation, health and happiness! The people here are some of the most amazing people I've ever had the pleasure to know. Use these forums, the encouragement is ALWAYS HERE! My big tips (not so profound) are: just take one step at a time, watch your portions, and move a little more everyday. It starts making a huge difference!

The best to you!
Barb

In addition to the weiht loss surgery link Ellis posted, there's aslso a section for those of us who weigh (or have weighed) 300+...and within that section, there's even more specifically a group of ladies age 40+. You can check it out here: http://www.3fatchicks.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=124 (the "Old Hens" are th 40+ ladies, and the "Ready to Try Again" numbered threads are for all ages)

Jill, thanks for posting that! I couldn't find it.