Hello all my bandster buddies! I know you all have been waiting to hear how everything went with my surgery and I'm here to tell it all. (LOL) Had to check into the hospital at 10:30 and my surgery was suppose to start at 12:30. Needless to say I didn't get wheeled in until 1:15 (but it's all good). Got in the room and all I can remember when I got into the OR is the anesthesiologist over my head and that was it. I was out like a light! (LOL) Anyway, I remember the nurses telling me that I was back in the recovery room and I over heard a telephone conversation with one nurse and my niece on the phone. Got wheeled into my room and from then on I was on the go. I got out of my bed immediately and began to walk. One of the nurses made the comment when she walked in is " I like this already!" I guess normally they have to make people get up and move after surgery, but I was determined to get out the next day so I took it upon myself not to wait.(smile) The last time I got on the scale which was yesterday (05-17-05) I had already lost 10 pounds. Yippeee!!! Total motivator! Had no complications accept my GERD was acting up something fierce, but knew that was bound to happen with the change. My sister had to laugh at me the day after surgery when she fixed some chicken broth for me and saw how big my serving was. She had to be funny and bring it out to me on a huge plate.(Smile) All and all, I do not regret my surgery and already going on a week post-op. So for all of you that are having a hard time or think that you may have a hard time after banding, stay strong and think of the ending results. Do everything that the doctor says to do and by all means do not over eat. I am fortunate because I haven't gotten sick and pray that I never do (hate puking). You all take care and I will be posting pics as I gradually shed the pounds. Take care and God bless you all!!!!

Congratulations!!! I'm so excited that everything went well for you, and that you are starting out in your journey to a healthier and happier you!

You go girl!!!

Yay Nikkee!!! Thanks for the scoop, girl! So glad it went well and I am LOVING your positive attitude and enthusiasm! Well done!

Yep, pics are great. Go ahead and post your "Before" pics on the Before and After thread. We want to see you! Oh, and your scar pics on the scar thread, too.

What size band did you get?

congratulations! say hi to your sister!

Thanks Kel! This forum and all you people are the BEST!!!!!!!

YAY!!! Im excited for you!!!! My date is June 2nd. Im nervous as can be. How do they put you out? gas? needle? ooooohhhh im nervous....good luck with you.

Thanks Kathy!!!! I do have a before pic up, but not of my scars yet,but will do my best to get some up. As I stated to Kelly you all are great and I appreciate your support and know that you all have mine as well. Will tell my sis that you said hello.

Hey Krystal! Don't be nervous girl it's all gonna be over quick. They put an IV into your hand that is how the anesthesia is administered. Get up and walk as soon as possible ok because they like to see those that do it on their own, you get out quicker too. (smile) Good luck and know that u have a bunch of great folks here on the forum that will support you! Keep us updated on your surgery and recovery!!!!! God Bless!

YAHOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! Hey Nikkee, Welcome to bandland!!!!! I'm so glad you are doing so well. Keep up the good work!

WOOHOO Nikkee... Welcome to Bandland!!! its just wonderful here! You are doing great. And it only gets better!!! Take Care and enjoy your band!!

Nikkee,

Congratulations on your band. Sounds like you are doing great.

Welcome to bandland! I'm glad things went so good for you. It only gets better each day!

I wish you luck on your band journey. Don't over do it.

You are doing awesome, Keep it up:)

Love your aviator & Sig Pic

Welcome to the Banded Gentry! I'm so glad to hear that you are doing so well!

Good job. Sounds like the hospital thought so too. At one week away from bandland, I am using this board for total mental support - and to keep from eating. You are an inspiration!!