What a difference a day makes...literally! I was finally able to sleep comfortably last night for the first time since I had my surgery. I don't think I moved all night; from exhaustion or fear of pain, I'm not sure, but it was definitely nice to get some good, quality sleep! I woke up this morning with very little pain/soreness and so far *fingerscrossed* the gas pains haven't started up too bad yet this morning.

Today will be my first day home by myself since my surgery, as my hubby had to return to work today, and the kids will be in school. I have a tendency to want to clean like a mad woman when I'm here alone, but I know I still need to take it somewhat easy and NO LIFTING. I don't know what I'm going to do with myself all day, but I do know I'm definitely going for a walk at some point this afternoon/evening!

Hi Sarah, so happy for you! And the house to yourself -- it's my fantasy (doesn't happen very often!). Hope you can really take it easy and let your body heal up inside. NO CLEANING! Enjoy the quiet, the movies only you like, the sips of water and walks around knowing that you've done this amazing thing for yourself. Best wishes and many congratulations. I am so excited to get banded and hope recovery is smooth as yours. Sleep is a marvelous thing -- go get some more!