I can't believe I'm finally in Mexicali! My pre-op testing is done and I head back to the hospital for surgery in the morning. I'm so excited to finally be getting sleeved, but a little scared too. I know it's the right thing to do for me though. I'm tired of living my life inside this body. I want people (including myself) to see more than just fat when they look at me. I want to eat like a normal person, and have more energy, and for food to no longer be such an important part of my life. I'm so happy to be starting what will hopefully be my final weight loss journey. Thanks to everyone here for sharing all of your support and advice over the past few months. I know I wouldn't be in Mexicali right now without it. :001_smile:

We are all glad that we are able to support Dr. Aceves. He is great, and without him and that great hospital, there are so many of us who could not afford to get that surgery!

Congrats, Carmella! Update us when you can!

Congratulations Carmella - will be looking forward to hearing from you when you're on the "losing side"

Good wishes and healing energy, Carmella. 75 more days and I will be in your place. I am excited for you and can't wait to be emailing from the hotel just like you.

Thinking of you. Hope to hear from you soon.

Carmella, I am so happy for you girl, your new life is officially starting! Let us know how you are doing as soon as you feel up to it.

Carmella,

Healing prayers to you...good luck tomorrow. Sit back and let those angels at the hospital do they're thing.

Thanks everyone for all your kind wishes! It helps to know so many people are out there supporting me and wishing me well. I actually felt pretty good yesterday, hardly any pain, but people keep telling me that Day 2 is the worst, so I'm worried about what's coming. The word nausea has been bandied about quite a bit and that happens to be my least favorite symptom. I did get nauseous a few times today, but it went away fairly quickly if I just layed down flat for a while. Hopefully, that will work for me again today. We'll see how it goes. At least I know it will all be worth it in the end.

Hey Carmella, glad to hear from you! Are you loving Dr. Aceves and his staff? They are so amazing.

Take it easy, girl and here's to a fast recovery!

Hi Carmella, Glad to hear you are doing good. Sorry about the nausea. I hope it passes because that is the worst feeling. Keep us updated. I love to read peoples stories.

Wow your words are inspiring. I hope I can be so positive on my day. I wish you a great recovery...God bless...and let us know how you are doing when you are up for it.