Hi, Lisa! I just read your profile and I am SO excited for you!! I know what it's like waiting and waiting. The rest of the time will fly by, as will the surgery, and the weeks afterward. It's a very exciting time and I am very happy for you - especially after all of your hard work and perserverance! Keep up the positive attitude. It worked wonders for me! Most important of all - eat slowly and small amounts afterwards. You will get full fast but if you eat too fast you won't know you're full until you feel miserable. Also, of course you don't feel the best right after surgery but every day gets better and better. I'm only 4 weeks out now and I feel great!! I almost feel like I've been this way for a lot longer! The pounds aren't coming off very fast but the inches sure are!! Anyway, good luck to you and keep smiling!! Take care!