Susan,
I read your profile. I know just how you feel. I am 5'2 and 260. My family is my life. I look at my children and think how much I love them and I need to take control so that I can live longer to be with them. My baby daughter is only 1yrs old. They need me. I find myself avoiding school things for my stepson worrying I will embarrass him being so heavy. I pray for you Susan that this will give you the tool and good health you long for. I pray it will give you more time and energy to be with the children you love so much. I wish you good health (no complications). All the best to you. Everything will be just great.