Hello !! I too was banded just 3 days ago. I keep telling myself the broth and jello isn't forever, but I agree it's hard. My doctor had me on just broth and water until today, now I can have "full liquids" which include tomato soup, slim fast, protein shakes, and other liquids with some substance. How are you feeling? I was in such pain the first two days, but it's getting a little better now.