Hi Nanna!! It's a small world, I also live in Goddlettsville TN. I am 8 days out from surgery. I have lost a lil over 20 lbs now. I was totally opposite, i told everybody i was having surgery. I want to maybe encourage others who are afraid of having surgery. Maybe if they see i pulled through and do well they'll give it a try. I go back to work tomorrow and as you said, i do feel like everybody is going to watch every move i make and everything i put in my mouth. And I agree with you, the burping is terrible. I have never felt such a rumble in my tummy before a burp than i do now..lol. Well, take care and maybe I'll see you around!!:thumbup1: