I had my surgery on Sept. 26,I was in the hospital for 4 days.I am doing ok. in getting in the protein required by my surgeon,but the water is a different matter.My daily goal is to slowly increase my water intake and get in my walking.I am still pretty sore on the left side,but I understand that this is normal.I am still sleeping in the recliner as that is the most comfortable place for me,I am gradually tapering off the pain meds take them now only 3 times a day instead of every 4 hrs.Next week hope to be down to 2times a day.Thankyou to everyone who sent me good wishes.