I had my band done 4-4-07 and I only told my wife and parents. I told my kids I was having a stomach surgery and just left it at that, they are 6 and 8 years old and they would not be able to keep quiet about it. But I have alot of friends that have been calling me since Wed. asking how I am doing, so someone must have let the cat out of the bag. But I was the same as you I do not want everyone watching me every time I eat and telling me horror stories they have heard. So good luck on keeping the secret. And also good luck on your surgery.