Debbie, Congratulations on your surgery and getting the G-Tube out. Wanted you to know that I was thinking about you I have been watching your journey. I know this has been a long journey for you but, I hope it has made a positive change in your life I know it has mine. I am glad you are enjoying your new life now. I am thrilled with my results you can check out my profile for all the weight and inches I have lost in the past 9 months its been wonderful. I am so thankful God has been with me on this journey and I have not had any problems and am thankful for all the support from this site. Surgery Date 5/24/04 Weight 243/158/-85/not at goal 147