I was banded 8/07. Things were not progressing until my 4 th fill in December - now losing weight consistently, down 37 pounds. BUT...this week some thing has changed. I can drink liquids (all be it slowly), but I am not able to hold the usual volume of solids that I was able to only 2 weeks ago. I am running to make myself vomit almost evey meal and usually more than once. I guess I'll go to soups only for a few days and see what happens. I love the fact that I'm losing weight so well now, but should I get my band opened?