Hello and thanks to all who post here - I've learned a lot, and it is so wonderful to have a community of support!

I'm in Phoenix, AZ and will be banded July 25 (YAY!). Anyone on or near my date?

I'll start my liquid diet in a couple of weeks, and feel nervous about how it will go. Does it mean only Protein drinks, or are there other things you can have? I've been replacing 1 meal w/ a Protein shake, but I really need to search out good options that I can take with me on the go.

I am so excited for you ..I am in Chandler Arizona and you are going to be just fine.. Do exactly what your Drs says and they will give you a list of what you can have and can't have.. It is so worth it to stay on track .Your healing will go so much faster. Keep posting and Congratulations .. I love my band ...and I haven't even had my first fill yet.