Hi everyone! I'm finally home and trying to get used to sleeping in my own bed (and getting in and out of bed--much more difficult than with the beds they have in the hospital). I've been having trouble eating more than the liquid diet right now (the milk products aren't digesting well). I'm finally "passing gas" on my own now. I know this sounds silly, but I'm sure many of you can relate. Because I was having trouble getting enough liquids down due to nausea, I have been having trouble getting rid of the excess gas (so my tummy hurts a bit more). I'm still in the "I can't believe what I've done" phase. The first 2 days were the worst, but I think as time goes on, it will become less scary. I just wish the pain would go away quicker--with this, I don't have much patience. On a lighter note, if anyone gets to have their surgery at Abbott-Northwestern Hospital in Minnesota with Dr. Drew or Dr. Schwartz, you are truly in the best hands. Dr. Schwartz did my surgery, but Dr. Drew came to check on my in the hospital. They, along with the nursing staff at the hospital, are so wonderful! It really made things more bearable. Thanks to all of you who have been offerring your support. Your prayers have not gone unnoticed. I'll post later on when I feel more up to it. Take Care All & God Bless ^j^ Andrea Weight going into surgery was 253.5 and soon will be going down, down, down!