JLB I have been banded for almost 3 months and also love to cook. I baked 2 pies for Christmas tomorrow, but do not plan to eat any. I really enjoyed the cooking. Eat a small meal and you will not be hungry. Remember that the sweets will go down really easily. I have lost 41 lbs to date and plan on reaching my goal by September of 2007. I have about 80 pounds to go.
I understand about the wanting to eat before the liquid diet. I am starting early on the liquid, but keep thinking about not being able to eat for the rest of my life.
My surgery date is September 27, 2006.
I have finished my last appointment with my Surgeon today. Surgery date is September 27. I have been so excited about this surgery and now that it is about to happen am nervous and excited at once