My wife had hers removed a few months ago. It was a day surgery deal (thanks to insurance company trying to save money). She took her meds afterwards and ate what was advised. Now she's doing very well. She eats what she wants. Before the surgery she had issues eating lots of simple things. Finally the pain from the stones and GB itself got so bad that the bladder had to go... No other way... Depending on the discomfort or pain levels, I think you should go forward with it Cave if the surgery is for you (I didn't read the previous posts bro).
UPDATE: I just read the previous posts. Sorry to see it was your wife Chris. You're right though, being in the hospital like that sure reminds us how little power we have over these things. Glad to learn that she came through. Has the infection gone away? I don't remember seeing anything about it.