Hey guys -- i was banded on 4/6 -- so far so good -- im down about 23lbs -- the procedure went great - i had a ton of pain for about a week and half -- my left shoulder and port area were the worst but im finally feeling less pain -- now my prob is im really hungry though -- i think im not drinking nearly enough water - i find it hard to cont. drink liquids without the straw and now we cant use them! im about ready for my mushy/pureed stage -- any one up to that have any suggestions