:faint:Well, I was banded on Monday. Still in somewhat pain but every hour it does get better. To this point, no regrets. Luckily I have a job for which I can work from home. Couldn't have even thought about going to work today. I am ready to begin my new journey in life. I am in the public eye every day, including my picture in the paper every week. People are going to be so surprised when they see me. I can't wait for that.
Well, I am four days post banding. Still having some gas pains but each day does seem to get better. I am trying to see the positive in all of this. Clearly I couldn't have dropped any weight before or I would not have needed this. I have only told those supportive of me in my life. The others will just see it as an easy way out. Let me tell you (and you already know), this is not the easy way out. I am trying to take each minute, each hour, each day, as it comes. Just a couple more days of clear liquids and I get to advanced to some regular liquids.
Have a great holiday.
It is Saturday night and my surgery is Monday. I have spent all day looking at various posts. At the same time I have been burning some family DVD's for my Mom. I can't believe how big I am, and have been for so many years. Yes, the time is now. I have to think about the positive things and not the paid or lack of food. It's sad that all I think about is food! I want to live a life. I am at 248 and want to lose 100 lbs. I can do it. I know I can. I'll keep you posted. :faint: