Had my first post op visit 6/13/02. I got the staples removed and everything looked fine. I have lost 16 lbs. Yeah!!!! I also got to eat for the first time since surgery. Applesauce. Tasted better than any steak I have ever had. I go back in 30 days. Until then I get to eat applesauce, sugar free pudding, cream soups, and sugar free instant Carnation breakfast with skim milk. A lot better than clear liquids. Oh yeah, don't forget the sugar free popsciles. Yum.