Thanks for answering me so quick. I just noticed it has only been a month since your new band was put in. Glad you are doing so well. Congradulations on all the weight loss, too. You look great! Isn't it great that at least this time around, we only have to maintain! The reason the surgery and the recovery is easier is probably because we are in such better shape than before. Have you had your first fill yet? Are you going through "banster hell" again? I totally agree with you, I never want to have to be without my band and I will never live too tight again.