Mark, Congratulations! That is not an easy surgery. Several nurses I work with had it. They look great now; but did alot of suffering. Several are getting the lap band now. Pam, post a before photo of Mark. I never met him and would like to see how much different he looks. He must feel like a million bucks. I can't even lose 40 lbs. and keep it off. Working the 12 hr. night shift in a busy ER; we are always snacking. There is never really anytime to sit down to a decent meal and relax. It is rush, rush, rush! Grab what you can and order out alot. I am so happy for you and know your health will improve tremendesly. Judy