Does it ever get better, really?

I am eight weeks post surgery and still cannot chew and swallow anything other than soft foods. Dr S. keeps telling me that this will get better but I am having a hard time believing it. I went with my husband and his family to a resturant for the first time today and ate mashed potatoes, tried to chew some chicken and had to excuse myself because it was coming right back up. At this point I do not feel like I will ever be able to chew and swallow food again. Everything my family does is food centered and I am beginning to wonder if this was such a good idea. It is hard to hear the comments about my surgery and I am just wanting to become a recluse and not be around any activity where food is involved. Does anyone else feel the same way or has anyone else experienced this same problem with chewing and swallowing? I really feel like I am losing my grip! I try to think positive about the 57# I have already lost and I am almost half way to my goal but is it worth it?

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