Thank you for keeping us August bandsters so well organised!

There are many others who have been so helpful as well - you know who you are - but Lanakila, you've really been doing the hard yards keeping tabs on everyone!

Well done, matey!

I second that! Great job Lanakila!

Awwww...thanks :cool2:

I'm just having fun "collecting" dates and places and I'm enjoying sharing with the group. Can you believe we have 200+ folks getting done this month? It's so exciting! I've even found that Claudine lives about 1.5 miles from here, and another gal less than 10. It's also really cool that we have several couples, an engaged couple, a Dad and Daughter, and a Mother and Daughter. Plus, fee is brave enough to climb back on the horse again! Neato!

I like to think that nervous newbies can breathe a deep sigh of relief when they find this board too. We've developed such a warm and supportive community and it's really a haven!

Your Band Buddy,

Lanakila

Lanakila~

Thanks for all of the hard work. It is appreciated by all of us. This is a great community and it is nice to know that there are a bunch of people out there to support us in this journey!

yes thanks heaps lanakila....your support has been great. I was at first hesitating to climb on the horse again, but i did it and im glad I have done it:smile:.

My back and shoulder pain is getting better day by day, Im still sleeping on and off quite a bit though.

All the best

I Ditto that! It's truly appreciated!!

I met Surgery4me on here and it turns we have the same doctor as well as the same date! Her surgery is at 7:30 and mine is right after her at 9:30 on Wednesday!

What a small world!

Fo Sho!! Lana I think you are awesome too :cool2: Thank you so much! I appreciate the motivational and supportive posts you have provided!

Thanks for the kudos! I'm counting on you all to hold me up when my day finally comes a long, long, long time from now :thumbup: It seems like the 28th is forever and ever away. Meanwhile, I'll keep living through you guys 'cause you are all so inspirational! :cool2:

Lanakila (really my name!)

I hear you Lanakila, I just wish it was band day tomorrow!! When are you starting your preop??

Currently I have no requirements for pre-op. I see my surgeon again on the 22nd (sx on 28th) so he might put me on something then. I'm going to TRY to move into the one-meal with the rest liquids starting two weeks before my sx date :thumbup: I've gotten loads of samples of Proteins and having been trying one out each day so, hopefully, I'm set on all of that.

Lanakila

It is good that you have tried the drinks at least because you'll know what you like!! :cry_smile: Especially if you are going to use the Protein shakes post surgery for your protein requirements :drool:

OMG just saw the weather they think it might snow on the hills near me on Sunday!! I hope that changes!! (P.S Just for the record, It Very Rarely snows near me)

just thought i would join in witht this bit of the thread, as i agree with everyone.

hopefully everyone on the pre op august thread will come onto one of these as there date passes, so we can keep as the august allstars group!!

Thanks for all your hard work Lanakila. Aug. 28th will be here before you know it.

Lanakila - I also want to thank you. The August site has been extremely helpful and has personally provided me with the confidence that I'm doing the right thing.

I really appreciate to read about everyones stories day to day .. 8 days to go...

I must admit...I've swapped out addiction for another. Now I troll the boards all day to find new "recruits!" Our little community has filled out so nicely that I just want everyone to join in the fun :thumbup:

Roheryn, being on the other side of the rock, keeps things running when I nod off

Edited August 7, 200817 yr by Lanakila

Lanakila you are hilarious! You little recruiter you!LOL:biggrin: