Hi everyone in the Cannuck site ,I'm being banded in early Febuary in Dr.Coburn's clinic in Toronto and I'm really happy and more and more scared as well , but I need you guys all to be aware how much help you'

ve been.Wow it feels like 3/4 the questions I've thought of you answered without me having to make a call to anyone,you see I've been lurking around for about 2 months (some of you I could have to my home for coffee and I would feel I knew you forever,of course you'd be wondering why you were in this stranger's house on the East Coast..hehehe).Anyhow,I'm just learning this whole computor chat thing too so bear with me.

Hey Astrotoes,

I have been lurking around this site for the past week, I have an appt. with Dr. Coburn in 2 wks and want to know alot of stuff before I go in and be prepared with questions. but I agree with you, lots of info on this site and great answers. I am just at the beginning of my journey, a little scared about it all and the cost, but feel it's worth it in the long run. I live in the Niagara area so I don't have too far to go to mississauga. You will have to let me know how it goes and what it's like to be newly banded. Maggie

Welcome Astrotoes and Maggiec, glad you have decided to join us, and you have made a good choice with Dr. Cobourn. It is scary and exciting all at the same time, but you know what it is a good decision, i know for me it was one of the best decision's i have ever made for myself. Good luck to both of you, and again welcome.:welcome:

Maria

Welcome Welcome Welcome Astrotoes!!! I thought I felt your lurking presence here!!! LOL.

Congrats on your decision to be banded :clap2:

Now that you've jumped in, we hope you will be here more often.

*waves to all the other lurkers out there*. We seeeeeeeee you!!!! Come say howdy!

:welcomeB: :welcomeB: :welcomeB:

to Maggiec and Astrotoes

Dr. Cobourn is a fantastic surgeon!! You will love him. Come and join in our chat anytime!!! The more the merrier.

Astrotoes and MaggieC--:welcomeB:

I lurk around sometimes too! I am so happy for you. This is such an exciting time! If you weren't scared AND excited I would be worried about you! Congrats on your decision. I look forward to getting to know you both!

Yoda- You are a crazy one!

Hi everyone: I'm new as well. Good luck to everyone on their journey. This is quite the adventure. I'm alrady doing the Gravol thing (nervous stomach), but I'm feeling a lot of relief knowing there are so many great online supporters. You guys are the best!

Tres

Hey, WELCOME Tres Chic!!!!!

It's okay to be nervous, we all were!!

Think of it like standing in line for the best rollar coaster ride ever. Waiting is the hardest part. Well, the pre-diet isnt great either, but thats only temporary!!

Best Wishes, and talk away!!

Oh my gosh I was so excited to look and have all these supportive comments,thanks guys it helps more then you know.

Welcome Astrotoes, AND Tres Chic!

Welcome to our merry little band guys!

Welcome new Friends!

*waves* hiya Tres Chic!!!!

welcome future fellow TLBCer!

WELCOME EVERYONE Glad you have joined us.

Welcome Tres Chic, nice to have you with us:welcome:

Maria

Hey guys!! Welcome, you'll find loads of support and answers here. Good luck on your new journey!