It's worse when you DID have a lap band put in... I got one two Novembers ago, and it did absolutely nothing. Apparently a device that controls fullness doesn't really matter when you're ignoring your fullness anyway.
Since March, I've lost 45 lbs through sheer effort, counting calories, and exercise. Very proud of myself. Of course, every time I visit my mom, it's "Seeeee, the lap band is finally paying off!"
*grumble grumble*