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Thanks, everyone! I can't believe it's almost here!!!

Congratulations! I'm right behind you, too. Glad to hear you are doing well!

Woo Hoo!!! Food at last, LOL! Good for you, Betty! I'm glad you followed through and got the proper instructions. Sounds like your doc, his assistant and the nutritionist need to communicate!

Wow!!! Carol must be one miserable old witch to think she could say all those things to someone she doesn't even know. Throwing her opinions around must be the only way she knows how to communicate. Bet she has LOADS of friends! And, Craig. Well, he sounds like a true blue a$$hole! That wasn't a joke, that was just plain mean. His day will come and so will Carol's.... Ryan, you just remember that there are many, many people in this world who think you rock and stand behind you 100%!

Wow! Already home and feeling fine! That is such good news, Lauri! Hope he recovers 100%.

Betty, I think you are doing exactly the right thing. I think some of these drs. need to try some of their own advice before telling their patients to do it!

Welcome! I'm sure you will do great! This website is wonderful for information and support, so stick around and read as much as you can. Congrats on getting your date!

Betty, my dr actually gave me printed instructions of what I can and can't have. It's mostly clear liquid. Becky, that is so cute!!

Kelly, my sugery is on the 5th, but I am already on liquids. I bought all sorts of juices - apple, grape, cranberry... I also bought V8, Atkins protein drinks, and ordered Unjury protein powder. For something with a little more substance, but still considered liquid I bought sugar free jello and sugar free popcicles. For something hot that would seem like a meal I got fat free chicken and beef broth. Also, hot tea. Don't forget to take some chapstick to soothe dry lips after surgery. Hope this helps and good luck!

(((Lauri))), I'm so sorry! I hope your grandfather will be ok and I will keep you and you family in my prayers.

You can also squeeze a little lemon or lime or even orange into your water. Do you like V8? It also comes in low sodium.

Betty, I am mostly on clear liquids, although I do get to add Protein shakes and v8 into the day. I have those fudgecicles in my freezer, but I haven't had one yet either. Hmmm....I'm thinkin I really need to try one this evening! Believe me, liquids with no band is hard!!!

Ryan, my prayers are with you and Patti. I hope this surgery eases her pain. And I am glad that she feels differently about you taking time off after your surgery. Knew she would!

Bummer!!!! I'm doing liquids right now too, so I know exactly what you mean about wanting something else to eat! Keep yourself busy and try not to think about it (easy to say!). Tomorrow is just a short time away. Hang in there!

Ryan, isn't it great to feel comfortable in you own skin??? It's only been the last couple of years that I have realised that I can love me as I am. I don't have to be happy about my weight, but I can still love myself. Self loathing used to be a big part of my life and I was miserable. I vow to never be like that again! I am happy that you have reached that happy place in your life! Good luck to you!

OMG!!! Kyleigh, you have every reason to be excited! You look great! Congrats on your success and being chosen to be the lapband spokeswoman in you community! What an NSV!!! :Bunny :Bunny :Bunny :Bunny :Bunny

Good luck, Denise!!! We look forward to hearing from you soon!

I created a summary of most of the diets I had tried, but I did see a weight dr. for several years so I contacted his office and had a copy of my records sent to me, as well.

I must have a weird kind of insomnia. I can hardly stay awake past 9pm, then I wake at around 1:30 or 2 and can't go back to sleep. Drives me CRAZY!!

Becky, I went from very long hair to short hair several years ago. I had been known for my long golden locks all my life. What a difference! It took major courage on my part to actually go through with it and then I thought I might hyperventilate in the process, LOL! But now I am so glad I did it. I think I look more stylish and now I think back to my long hair and just remember what a PITA it was, LOL!

I was already at a crossroads when I learned of the band (only a few months ago). I had been on every diet you could think of and each had failed and I was looking down the road to a certain early death. The thought of bypass was tickling my mind, but somehow I just knew it was wrong for me. Then I heard about lapband and did some research and knew it was the right decision to make. Extreme, yes. Worth it, you bet (I can confidently say that and I haven't even been banded yet). The cost, it's only money, how does one compare it to one's health? Luckily, my insurance will pay, but I was certainly prepared to self pay in Mexico. I will be banded come hell or high water!!!

Congratulations, Eva! Hope you get a date soon! Lauri, hang in there. It will happen!

Happy Birthday, Pam! You were banded on my birthday, LOL!

Hey, ya'll! This is QueenMichelle's surgery day! Good luck to you!

Hi, Betty! Glad to see you are doing so well! Are you back at work yet?