I am having lap band surgery on FRIDAY....

and i am very excited. I am not as nervous as i thought i would be. My original date was July 1, 2006- Karen called me on Monday and asked me if I wanted to have surgery moved up to This friday and of course i said SURE!!> I have done all my pre op testing and consulations, i took lois a cashiers check for 19,500 (2500. cheaper than what i was quoted in May -- WOO HOO) and went and purchased the things i am going to need for the first 14 days-- Vitamins, clear liquids, lo cal liquids, protein powder, fruit and yogurt to disguise protein powder, anti-nausea medication, etc... I have not had a desire to have a "last supper" _ I have not over indulged or gorged on any foods-- I have been exercising and dieting for 3 weeks and lost an additonal 8 pounds which will help the surgery. Tomorrow I start my cleansing and clear liquids and after 12 midnight i can not have NOTHING!!-- My surgery isnt until Friday at 12:30 and I know by then i will be starving-- SO this journey that started May 1, 2006 is finally paying off-- I will be on the losers side before i know it. See you all there!!!!!!!! Tina 267/199

Tina - Yay for you! I know you're excited, and although I had lap rny, I'm sure we all feel the same! I'll say prayers for an uneventful surgery and recovery. Keep us posted and good luck!! Teresa - lap rny 8/2/05 -370/236/170

Congratulations and you know you're in great hands with Dr. Li. We'll look forward to seeing you at a post-op meeting. Best wishes, Lisa

Congratulations!! I will be right behind you my date is June 26. Barbara