hey everyone. today is saturday and i'm 4 days out from surgery. i am a little sore of course, but i feel great. i've already lost about 7 or 8 pounds, but thats because i'm not having but about 300 calories a day. the surgery went well and my doc said my new smaller stomach was beautiful. the first couple of days i was pretty nauseated and it didn't help when everyone would rock my bed back and forth. but i had excellent care. everyone was so nice. although there should be a rule that no hospital personnel that works in the surgery or recovery areas can wear perfume. whew!!! my husband has been a real blessing and very attentive. i don't want to use up all my points with him.lol thanks to everyone that has been concerned and interested. i'll keep in touch.martha