you really have been having a tough time lately *hugs* having just had major open heart surgery I can relate, but in some ways I think yours has been worse, especially with worrying about rob and the kids and having complications as well

I am hoping they take your tube out so you can be more comfortable, but at the same time I wouldn't want you to get an infection or have problems later, so I am hoping the dr makes the right choice for you in the long term.

I have another friend on xanga who has very recently had her gall bladder removed as well, http://boobledygook.xanga.com/ , you may already know her. If not I am sure she would love for you to add her as a friend on xanga.