Yes, I also will have surgery on Feb. 23. I'm very nervous and excited at the same time. I lay in bed thinking soon I will be able to start my new healthy life. I will have a month off of work. I am lucky my boss is ok with it. I want to be able to take it easy and get the eating (drinking) down before going back...lol Well good luck soon we will be on the other side the loser bench.