I was banded March 28, 2008 and I thought I would not make it when I could not have diet cokes, but I do not even like them now or want them! I have lost 42 pds. and basically eat what I want, but in tiny well chew amounts, except for red meat:) I exerise daily with a rountine:) I do not eat much pasta but have had some in sm. amounts. I did lose my boobs, but I can always get somemore later:) and I feel one hundred times better then before surgery! I had my surgery in Mexacilli Mexico and that was a great experiece too! Once you go the thirty days on liquids and soft foods, your taste changes, so you my be in for a good surprise! I wish you well:)