I'm now two weeks post-op and down 16 pounds.  I'm happy to say I have not experienced any complications.  I'm walking two or three times a day for 30 minutes each.  I'm looking forward to being able to go the the gym in a couple of weeks.  
Sticking to the diet has not been as hard as i imagined it would be.  Getting in enough protein is a challenge I'm trying different sources, looking for the best for me. 
 I've only had a couple of days where bordom triggers old habits of wanting to eat just to be eating. . . so far i've resisted.