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I want my failure to control my food issues to not be the first thing people know about me when they meet me. I want to shop for clothes with my "normal" sized friend and not spend the whole time picking out things for her because we are not in the plus size section. I want to be comfortable in my own skin. I want to be in Europe and not be identified as an American even before I open my mouth because of my weight. (Happened in Paris cuz apparently Americans are always the "fat" ones) I want to not think about my weight/body size. I AM more positive since having this procedure because I KNOW this time I will be successful!

Hello FellowTens: I was banded on Monday (10/22) and the surgery went great. No pain, the IV hurt worse than the incisions. I flew back from Monterrey Mexico on Wednesday and managed to get slimed by someones cold germs. Airplane travel...oh well. But other than that, I feel great! Like most of you the main problem is gas pain. My DH fondly calls it boob gas as it is centered in my chest. I kinda sqeeze them together and curl up hoping to force it out. A very attractive picture! :clap2: CONGRATS to everyone for being gutsy enough to take this major step. I keep thinking how different things will be this time next year and how different I will look. :whoo:

Hello - I just got back yesterday from Monterrey. My doctor was Arturo Rodriguez. I was very impressed with Dr. R, his staff and the hospital. My mom and DH were a bit apprehensive about being in a "foreign" hospital but it was as modern and clean as the ones here. I would do it again, plus the cost was so much less than here the Pacific NW. (I am self pay) You can have a bad experience anywhere if that is what you are expecting. I had a positive attitude and the expectation that all would go well, thus it did. In ten years or so when I need some "work" done on my face, I will most likely head back to Mexico.

I am getting banded on 10/22 and when I see your results and those of the other bandsters, it's very inspiring. Thanks!!!

Hey there - My surgery is scheduled for 10/22/07. Getting Excited!!! Good luck everyone!:whoo: