Well, I finally have my date for surgery. March 30th is my new birthday... Now the week of liquids begins. Yuck! I am already hungry. I can do this....I am a strong woman and I am very ready to shed some pounds.

PS can anyone tell me how to do the ticker countdown at the bottom of listings??

Edited March 22, 201016 yr by blondyzz
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Hi blondyzz. I can relate to your FINALLY... I actually began this process 12/07!!! I did all the initial tests, classes, etc. then took over a year to reach my goal weight. Mind you, I only had to lose 11 pounds...but I think I needed that time to contemplate and research and make sure it was a good decision. Now I'm FINALLY set for surgery 3/31st, the day after you! I am 46, 5'4" , start weight 214, current weight 196. The reason I was approved at bmi 35 was due to sleep apnea, but I also have acid reflux (controlled by meds). Like you, I worry about getting diabetes. My father had diabetes, and it caused him a lot of trouble at the end. I've been struggling with my weight for 20+ years and countless diets and hope this lapband can help me. Is that a lab with you, we have a black lab named Max. My Dr. said I could start drinking the protein shakes prior to the surgery, if I wanted . Well, good luck to both of us!

Yay Congrats to you! I had my firs consultation this morning! I have six months to go ugh! I hope it goes quickly! Good Luck to you!

Thanks porter11! Six months may seem like a long time when you're ready now, but it will give you time to research (I love this board) and get mentally ready... and it will be here before you know it! Good luck to you too. :thumbup: