Yes, my surgeons did an excellent and very thorough job. They removed gall bladder, severe endo and lysed adhesions.
It sounds like you have horrific pain. There is a wonderful microwavable heating pad that I use called Therabeads. I have the king size and use it on my clients by day and myself by night. It really helps soothe the hip and back areas you desribe: http://store.yahoo.com/comfort/therabeads.html .
Glad you are able to find such joy in your children, sounds like they'd make a Mom real proud.
Hugs to you,
Janet