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Dear Orea, I am so glad you said that. It is so encouraging. With 2 days to go to "bandland' there are many questions of doubt going through my head. Thanks. PS. Tonight is Lobster!!!

I am starting to think food with the recipes you guys are exchanging!! I will not be able to eat until March!! But I will save them because I like to cook. I am already thinking how to liven up the liquids. I pulled out my ice cream freezer to make high protein ices and I will work on the protein in the jello and make some high protein popsicles with Tupperware popsicle makers. Remember them!! I pulled them out too. Someone had mentioned egg drop soup. I love it. I had major head and head surgery years ago and that was a lifesaver. So good!! Just because we can not eat like we used to doesn't mean we still can not be creative in the kitchen. I do plan to spend my down time cleaning out drawers and sorting pictures. But that could take years!!! So maybe I will get one done! Katy I hope your problems get resolved. Keep us updated. Love hearing about all your progress. Jane

I have been eating all the things I know I will not be able to have for awhile like bread, shrimp, etc. But not overeating. As of Monday it will be CL for 2 days and then two weeks of FL. I will have to get creative. Need to do a little shopping. Gas-X strips, Miso, Papaya enzyme ( just in case)to add to the regular items.

Just got my confirmation this PM. So I will start my CL on Monday. No other preop diet required! getting ready!

I get banded next week and that is one challenge I constantly think about - cooking for the rest of my family and not tasting it. I may get some surgical masks to put on in the kitchen. It will be funny to see the food stains on the mask!!!!:biggrin::laugh::thumbup:

Thanks for the encouragement. I have been popping into the FEb 8 bandsters to see how you are doing. It certainly is motivating. Keep up the good work. :bananalama:

Had my preadmission testing today and just waiting to make sure that Feb 10th will actually happen. I had an abnormal EKG and so I had to had an ECHO and a stress test and I think they were OK but have not received official word. THe "pioneers" are adding up and soon we will join them. Let's keep in touch.

Just have to do CL the day before. BUt I think those of you that had to start early will not be in shock post op. I have been working with the protein supplements and have found a few interesting ones. The protein shots are actually pretty good and 42 grams!!!

Wendy, Glad you have a new birthday. That makes us younger!! Hope all continues to go well. I will have my new birthday next week (10th) Lets keep in touch and support each other on the journey!!:bananalama: As I am healing I plan to get a handle on a these do dads on this site!!! like a signature and a ticker!

Good to hear you are doing well. I had my Pre Admission testing today and hope to have the surgery on Feb 10th We'll compare notes!!!

I find this discussion fascinating!! What I would like to see on this forum is for everyone to tell what band they have and then monitor everyone's progress. No cheating! It would be an interesting informal study.

Well the time approachwa

Well the time approachwa

Wow it is February and in one month we will be on our journey. Some of you have already been banded and we are hoping to hear from you. This group will be a major support to me on this journey. I have given it lots of thought. Today I had an echo and a stress test and the techs have had a few patients that have had it done and they do well - moving better, no medications, etc. i hear the concerns about the diet and I too am concerned but if I am not so hungry I think I can do better. At least that is my focus. Also if I can sleep better without the extra weight I will definitely be in control. All the best. Jane

I'm Feb 10th too. Have my preop class tomorrow. Need to decide on what band - Realize C or AP lapband? anyone else having hte same dilemna?:bored:

Hi did you find any info about the bands. I have to soon choose and I am having a hard time.

I heard that doing the yoga move -downward facing dog- works well. Good luck . Let us know

Hi, I did not send you the message but I am looking for a mentor in the Central NJ area. Have you been banded?

I have the time to exercise and I do, so that will not be the hard part. I am worried about head hunger. I am hoping the band will help. I will try to push the Feb bandsters to exercise. I really mix up my exercise. I play tennis 2x a week, I do 2 Zumba classes a week ( lots of fun!!) and Yoga 2x a week followed by weights. I have found it helpful to have an exercise buddy and to do it away from home. It is so important to the success of having the band. I am trying to figure out what I will be able to do immediately postop. I will keep you updated.:cursing:

Hey bandmate, We are being banded on the same date. Keep in touch

Hi, Got my date - Feb 10th. Anxious but ready. Hope all goes well for us. Let's keep in touch with our progress.:scared2:

HI, Your remark as to why I did this hit a nerve. I have a Feb.10th date and that is all I can think of. Should I do this? I am scared but I should probably be more scared of the consequences of not getting this weight off permanently,:scared2: Wishing you the best. Keep in touch.

I too have been lurking. I have my first appt with Dr. Abkin, FLorham Park, NJ. I am hoping for a Feb. date as well. I will let you all know if I will be the Feb. Band Wagon. :thumbup: