Today I am 2 weeks out from my surgery.  It has been a journey, but one I asked for.  I am down 20 lbs and had my first pureed meal of refried beans today.  So far so good with that.  I am dealing with liquid bowles.  Had a lab test today to check for bacteria in intestines.  It will take a few days to get the results.  My bottom is blistered and I jsut can't take it anymore.  The rest has been better than expected.