To Lap Band or not to Lap Band

That is my question..hopefully I will have an answer in a few weeks.  I made a long overdue appointment with a well respected gastric surgeon to discuss any options I may have.  My guess is that lap band will be all that is offered to me, and I am alright with that.  I know that there will be some prep work before the actual surgery, but this is the first step.  A necessary evil.  I pray that it is the right decision.  I always thought that determination and strong will would lead me throught this, and sometimes it has guided me partially down the path.  Unfortunately, I always found my way (weigh) back with a few extra souvenirs to carry until the next trip.  I have to face the fact that I am not capable mentally to do this on my own.