Hello Robin - you did it, congratulations on your decision to have weight loss surgery and take back your life!!! What a happy and important time in your life. I look forward to reading all the wonderful and exciting changes that you will be blessed with as you begin to make your journey to the healthier side! It is time to start living life for YOU, and this surgery is just the first step of many to come that will lead you in that direction. Embrace life, meet it head on, keep your head held high and a smile on your face. My prayers and best wishes are with you........<i>"To grow, you must be willing to let your present and future be totally <u>unlike</u> your past. Your history is not your destiny." -- Alan Cohen </i>........ This surgery has been nothing short of a miracle for me, Ive lost 230 lbs and I will be forever grateful.