I am so happy to read your post today. Even though my surgery is less than 3 weeks away I am still thinking about how my life is going to change when it comes to eating. I too am a lover of food. I love the taste of it, I love to cook, I love to see people eating. But I have learned to love food in a healthier way. Even though I know that I will not be able to eat as much does seem to have me questioning myself. When I think about the shortness of breathe walking from the parking garage or the skinny jeans I once could wear are not too tight. I will do whatever it takes to live a healthier life. It is indeed a lifestyle change. You can do it! WE can do it! The best thing you ever could have done was write how you are feeling and know that you are not in this alone. I wish you much success in the wonderful journey that you are about to embark on. When times get rough write it down and wait for you friends to reply and help you through those tough times.