I had my surgery 6 days ago and just finished up the clear liquid stage . I went to the grocery store to buy some soft foods and as I walked in the store , I think every emotion I had popped into my head . Happiness, sadness, fear, anxiety you name it. I realize now I have to use strategy - get the most nutrition into the smallest space ..LOL I have 69 years worth of bad eating habits to break . I guess better late than never !