Protein is the word of the day today for me. I must take in 64oz of water and 60-80grams of protein. The pounds are comming off faster than I thought and I am really excited. I am so close to touching the 200's instead of the 300's it is unbelieveable. thanks for all the support. . Just to recap I had my Vertical Sleeve surgery done on Feb 14, 2013. I was Released from the hospital on Feb 16, 2013. From the surgery till I was released my weight had declined to 318.8lbs. Which is AWESOME!