Hello Junbies ......

I haven't seen a June Band Crew thread yet so thought I would start it .

I'll be banded on June 9th in Texas. I'm getting very excited about it. I know that the band is just a "tool" to aid in my weight loss journey and it will take a lot of hard work on my part to make it successful. I've been overweight my whole life with the earliest memories being around age 4. Although no one else in my family is overweight, I am extremely fortunate to have full family support in my decision. I know that there are many people who's family doesn't offer the support they need. I would love to meet other pre-bandsters being banded in June to walk with me to the banded side of life and offer each other support.

I wish you all the best.

Melissa Lea :hippie:

Pre-bandster 240 lbs

June 9, 2006

Spivak

self-pay

Hi, fellow junebies. I am being banded on june 7th. Just wanted to share with the rest. I am happy to see all the other junebies:dance: . I will be thinking of all of you next week. hugs:gluck:

:welcomeB: aboard Hedwig. Glad you joined us other Junebies :banana :cheer2: :banana :cheer2: :banana :cheer2: :banana .

Melissa Lea:peace:

Spivak

6/9/06

self-pay

I will be banded on 6/5/06. Not doing so hot on Pre-op diet, as I have gained 5 lbs... guess I need to change my ticker back...

Hi!

I'm Mary Ann and I will be banded on June 9, 206 by Dr. Cobourn in Mississauga.

My dr. has a 2 day pre-op diet. Today is day one. Not so bad so far. I am really excited now. I just got my last clearance this am. Its been a roller coaster ride. Thanks to everyone for all of your support. You guys and gals rock!!!!:clap2: :hail:

Best of luck to everyone. Will check in after my surgery.

Hi everyone,

Today I am packing for the trip there and the trip home! Just 2 more sleeps one at home and one at my sister's on Thurs night.

JUST 2 MORE SLEEPS!!!!!!

Thanks for all your thoughts and prayers - they are appreciated - and I will see you on the other side!

I am getting banded next Tuesday, June 6th with Dr. McKeen here in CA. I'm nervous but really really excited. I know this will be life changing and that I will have to concentrate on my bad habits and lack of exercise but I'm excited.

I'm so excited for everyone having their procedures this week :whoo: .

I have my pre-op appoinment this afternoon. I'm being positive that all will go well. Next week will be my turn. Update us when your on the otherside.

Melissa Lea:hippie:

Hi Junebies,

I am scheduled to be banded June 5th by Dr. Spivak in Houston. I am very nervous, but excited also. I am not telling my children before hand, my 10y/o is a worrier and I just don't want him to worry, my other child is 6 and just too young to understand. What are others doing in regard to young children? telling or not before hand?

good luck to everyone that is having their procedure this week-----keep us updated on your progress.

Reeneea

Hi everyone! I just love this site! Everyone is so helpful by sharing their stories. I am going to be banded June 22nd, by Dr. Ortiz in Tijuana. I am so excited and impatient also. I just want to start losing weight without feeling hungry all the time. Would be nice to hear what others are doing for their pre-op diets. I am basically doing a liquid diet. I like the EAS Carb Edge (I think that is what they are called). I ocassionally have some cheese or a salad. I have lost 10 pounds so far. Hoping to lose another 10 by surgery. Hope to hear more ideas.

Good luck and God bless to all getting ready for surgery.

Dawn, just wondering if you are from Salem, OR (because of your name "Salemkitty") You must be leaving soon! Good luck on your surgery! Hope to hear lots about your success here soon!

I'll be going to Mexico all by my self....

I hate going by my self, but I got to do what I got to do...

Well gain over 10 pounds in the last week, I thin because I am eating a lot. is like I am telling my self to eat cause I ain't never eating like this again.

CW:244

Short term goal: 200

Long term goal: 127

Diet: ???

Exercise:I'll walk every morning, for sure...

Hello June Bandster!

My surgery is scheduled for June 13th with Dr. Ortiz. I'm so excited and can't wait to get on the plane. I start my pre-op diet at this end of this week! It is becoming even more real. I've waited almost eight months for this and I'm excited beyond words. Prayers and thoughts with all of you having surgery this week!

Julie

Hi everyone,

I'm flying to Mx. today...........scared of flying, first time.........PLEASE say a prayer for me. Surgery is Friday. See yall on the other side:clap2:

Hi Junebies,

I am preparing now for my trip today to TJ, MX to see Dr. Ortiz. I will have my pre-op tomorrow and surgery on Friday. I am excited and nervous. I will let everyone know how it goes. Good luck and best wishes to all the junebies. I wish you well.

Hi Janelle,

Salem is the name of my cat. He is black.