and I cannot wait. I have more hope now that I ever have. I have a lot of weight to lose (200-250lbs), but I am confident that this is going to work. I hope to share all the peaks and valleys with you all

-SBS

SBS, Sounds great! The 15th, how exciting! I'm getting mine done in the beginning of 2011, but I don't have a date yet.

Congrats to you. I know that you will have success in your new journey. Please keep us posted as you continue.

Best of luck to you! The 23rd is my big day.

I'm getting banded on the 16th! Getting very nervous! Let me know how it goes!

Hi I'm getting banded on the 15th also.. .. I also have a lot to lose.. about 125 lbs would put me where I would feel good.

I'm a little apprehensive about the post op part though... keep in touch and good luck!

Congrats to you all!!! Good Luck!!

Thanks for the kind words.

Had surgery Monday morning. Was home by Monday evening. I can get around the house all right, but I'd hate to try to do too much more. Still sore in the sides and abdomen, and it still hurts to breath in really deeply. Throat was raw the first couple days from the breathing tube, but that has went away. Been consuming mostly Protein drinks, Jello, and yogurt so far. May try some pureed meat tomorrow.