ShastaPants

Thanks so much. All checked in and just waiting to go back.

Surgery Today! Just arrived at the hospital. Good luck to all the other September bandsters!

Just 12 hours until surgery. It almost doesn't seem real. Ready to be on the other side. My pre-op diet was pretty lenient so it wasn't terrible. I hope there will not be too much pain after. I am looking forward to seeing how everyone is doing after surgery!

Just 4 days left until surgery! September 12th is the day. I can't believe it is so close!!!

Wow! August just flew by and my surgery is right around the corner on September 12th! I don't really feel nervous anymore but more like it is a goal that I am making my way to. I have been doing my best to educate my husband and two daughters (9 and 14) about the surgery and changes. It has been really important for me to explain to my girls that I am doing this to be healthy so we can have lots of fun together! Can't wait to get started on my new life and will be busy stockpiling for after surgery liquids and Soups. Anyone else having surgery on September 12th? I am going to True Results in Houston.

I am a self pay so it may be different. I have researched this for several years but I made the big step and had a consulation on August 1. I also had an EKG and bloodwork done at that visit. I had an EGD on August 19th where they found a hernia. I am having surgery on September 12th. So, for me it has been about a 6 week process.

I have noticed that when you are friends with someone that is also overweight and one starts to lose weight and not the other, it can be an issue for the other person. I am not sure if they are jealous or feel like they now don't have someone to eat with, but I have noticed this with a friend of mine after I lost about 50 pounds a few years ago. It is their issue, not yours. You are doing great. 11 days until surgery....

Very inspirational post. I am getting banded on September 12 and going on a New Year's Cruise at the end of the year! Looking forward to the future!

You sound ready! What meds are you talking about? I haven't been told to get any yet...

Hi there! I am having surgery on September 12th and I totally understand what you are saying. One second I am super happy and the next I get nervous. I really think it is the food addict in me saying "If I can't eat, what am I going to do?". I think it will be a real mental challange. How is your pre op diet going? I just keep motivating myself. I was in a clothing store yesterday looking around at my current size clothing, size 16. All of sudden I just stopped and said to myself "What are you doing? You are never gonna wear this size again." How exciting! I can't wait to be healthier and NOT tired!!!!

Thanks for the post. I am 11 days away from surgery and getting excited. I am having it on a Thursday and need to be back at work on Monday.

I am September 12th! I will be right behind you!

Hi All, I am only days away from surgery! I have started my pre-op yesterday. My doctor wants me to do 2 shakes a day and 4 oz. Protein, 1 cup veggies and 1 cup of fruit for dinner. I am using Bariatric Advantage shakes. I still need to get my supplements. Any brand recomendations?

Getting excited! I will be banded on September 12th in Houston with True Results. Just started my Pre-Op diet today. 13 days to go!

I am really happy to see this post! I am having surgery on September 12 with Dr. Reilly at the SurgiCenter. I am starting to get really excited!!! He did my EGD earlier this month and I could not be happier with him or the staff. They were excellent!

Hello Everyone!!! I have been reading from this site for many, many months but this is my first post. I am scheduled for surgery on September 12th. Like many on this site I have struggled with weight my whole life. I don't think growing up in a BBQ restaurant and Donut shop did not help. I never got a handle on how much someone should eat and food was always used to treat emotions- happy, sad, angry...you name it, there was food to go with it. I have been trying to lose weight since high school and all of my adult life. It became more serious for me as I hit 30 and I have tried A LOT of different methods. A few years ago I was on a liquid diet for 3 months and lost about 45 lbs. Of course, it was short lived and all the weight returned. I have been looking into lap band for many years but have finally decided to take the plunge. I am so tired of being tired!!! I do not currently have any health issues besides reflux but my family has everything you can think of - cancer, diabetes, stroke, high blood pressure, heart attack, etc.... I do NOT want to go down that same road. I was feeling a little hesitant about surgery this weekend because I have seen some very negative things on the site. I understand that the band is a tool and not a magic wand. I can also understand that it may not be right for everyone and that complications can occur but I believe that it is the right choice for me. I have been so happy this morning to see some great inspirational posts and I am convinced now, more than ever that I have made the right decision. I am looking forward to a long and HEALTHY life with my husband and two girls!