I had my surgery October 10,2008. I was very excited to begin this journey. I am looking forward to being able to do many things that are painful right now such as hiking, walking,,skating, dancing etc. I want to have a richer, fuller life than I have been experiencing.

So far, it has been fine. I am on the full liquid phase right now. I am looking forward to each phase. I am taking two weeks off work just in case there are difficulties. I have also begun to walk daily to get back in better form.

I hope to learn many things on lapband talk. I have wondered how it will be when I am further into this journey.:regular_smile:

:thumbup:Stay encouraged !!! You will go through many stages in the beginning, however it will become second nature to you in time. Remember you didn't put the weight on over night, so the weight loss will take time to come off. You stick to the small meals and eat slowly and CHEW CHEW CHEW...you will be successful in your journey.

Welcome to Band Land! We look forward to sharing your journey with you. You will find a wealth of knowledge on this board....It has been a great journey for me and I couldn't of imagined it without this board to ready. Good Luck...I know you will be successful!

Good Luck to you & Great Job walking! Please keep us up to date as to how it goes. I am considering having the procedure & am nervous!

That's wonderful! You'll do great. This forum is a wonderful resource at our fingertips for advice, encouragement, and support.

Hi Marsha, Good Luck to you! I am travelling alongside with you as I was also banded on 10/10. You've encourage me to increase my walking starting tomorrow Thanks

Already you are walking? That is great to hear! I am learning all I can via these messages before I have my banding. Your message was encouraging! Keep up the successes!

It was amazing to get your response. I think its great we had the procedure the same day. I have felt great. I had only one day of discomfort. I hope you are doing well also. The only problem now is I am sickkkkkkkkkkk of the liquid diet. I just keep thinking of how wonderful it will be when I can to do more with my family. My husband has been very encouraging. I am taking two weeks off work just to get the diet straight and to get my strength back. I feel guilty at times because I feel so good, but not so guilty to give up this time. I hope you are coping well also. I look forward to each phase. I will be starting the pureed food this Sunday. I will think about you VEEJEE.