Hey everyone!!!! The band is the best thing that I have ever done...but just like everyone said...its hard....but it's all about how bad you want it...I was banded 9-12-07 and lost 20lbs my first two weeks....That makes you feel great....!!! When I eat now it makes me think.....that was so gross to be eating all of the food I did before...and the amounts....ITS ALL ABOUT CONTROL!!! Good luck to everyone....