update on john and I

John had all his staples out today.  If some of you don't know, John and I went to have VSG surgery with dr. Almanza on 1/12 on the way home John had  leak form and had emergency repair surgery on 1/17 here at our home hospital.  It was a very scary time.  He is doing well and will be able to go back to work on Monday.  I feel great and have 27 lbs off and he has 43lbs off.  It has been a very long month for both of us and we would like you to know that even though dr.'s Almanza and Betancourt did nothing wrong you should still be aware of all the risks that can happen and listen to your body and how you feel.  I don't regret having the surgery but John has yet to decide if it was worth all the pain he has been through.  Just be careful and do all your research know that complications do happen with any surgery and can happen.  Hope for the best but prepare for all situations and good luck to all.
kari

Kari,
Glad to know John is on the up and up and you are doing well also.
Holly

Kari,
  I am so glad to hear that John is on the mend.  And for both of you--your weightloss thus far is amazing.  Sending you both my best!

Anne