Hi Susan, Congrats on having a smooth surgery and I'm glad you're home, on the other side, starting your new life! I'm glad to find someone who had the Lap-Banding done! I am having it too and am waiting for a date but have a feeling it won't be long. When you are feeling better, I will write and ask some questions about it. But right now, YAAAHOOO! You go girl! I am sooo happy for you. BIG HUG! Carol Percel