God Bless you on your upcomming surgery. I had surgery on the 10th with Dr. Bell and I have to tell you I would do it again. Other than the gas I am doing well. I have cooked dinner for family, did laundry, as much as I could. dishes. I can't sit still, but I know my limits. Keep thinking to yourself that this is the beginning of your new healthy life. Your wls buddy, Tara