Lisa, Take a breath, girl! LOL Everything is going to be just fine. You have my thoughts and prayers for a speedy, uneventful recovery. As for your parents, I've spent years trying to change my Dad..it can't be done..just accept them for who they are and try not to pin your hopes on them changing. You have TONS (literally!) of support here. Keep us posted! (and that's an order!) If there's anything I can do, let me know...I'm a half decent correspondent and I'll be happy to answer any questions you have. I'm almost three months post op, down 58.5 pds (I'm claiming that last half a pound cause it's taken me two weeks to get it LOL) Take care and God bless.