Hi Jeanne! I just had my open proximal RNY on 02/03/04. The big thing afterwards is the getting in and out of bed, but believe me if I can do it, you can do it, and IT DOES GET EASIER EVERY DAY!!! I read your profile and you are certainly an intelligent and gifted young lady. You're going to ace this! Remember "nothing is impossible with God." (Luke 1:37) Best wishes, Jeanne. -JudiH