HI all - I too, was banded on the 20th.
My doc had me on Clear Liquids 24 hours after surgery. Still there until today, (10 days out) when I can have Protein 'shake'. Scoop of protein in 8 oz of milk. Do that once a day for 4 days, then I can go to full liquids. Full liquids meaning anything that can be poured. No chunks, no bits and pieces.
Sounds like most of you have been at this stage way sooner than me.
I've been collecting recipes for the past few days for when I'm ready to 'eat' again.