Well, I survived my surgery, although I wondered whether or not I was going to for the first 6 weeks. I had terrible pain in my left side which all but kept me in the bed, walking was nearly impossible. But after the 6th week it mysteriously dissapeared, and I slowly began to get back into the swing of things. AT 3 mths. out I am down 46lbs. whoo hoo!! I know others who had the surgery the same time as I did that have lost 60, but I quess with my troubles in the beginning, I got a slow start. I however, am very happy with my loss and as long as it continues I will be content to be the slow turtle that wins the race. I also have heard that it is better for your skin tone not to lose too much too fast  as well. I have somewhat of a problem getting in my protein, but I struggle to do what I have to do. I know how important it is and must find a way to make it a priority.