I too want to thank all of you for your comments and ideas. I received my band on December 22nd. I can't give enough praise to Dr. Yenumula of Michigan State University, Department of Surgery and the entire Sparrow Hospital Weight Management Center. Since the beginning of this journey just 4 weeks ago, I have already lost 20 pounds and am well on my well to creating a healthy lifestyle and have no doubt with this wonderful new tool, I will reach my weight goal. Additionally, I feel AWESOME after surgery and I have a level of energy I didn't know existed in me!!!!
The night before my surgery, I spent hours on this site, in particular looking at what I should do to prepare for surgery and what I could consume after surgery. Although this information had been provided my my weight management team, hearing it directly for folks who had been through the process sealed the deal. The articles with suggested Phase I and II food alternatives gave me the inspiration and confidence I needed to make this life changing step.
Again, you guys rock! :tongue_smilie:
Wishing all of you a healthy, happy and blessed 2009!
Fonda
