Ginger, Congratulatons on taking back your life from the disease known as morbid obesity. You have made a courageous decision to change your life for the better. Before you know it, you'll have energy to run after your young family and you won't be the "fat" mother at all the school functions. Follow your doctor's orders exactly; get up and walk as soon as possible and then keep walking. Best wishes for your new life - Carol