How did your friends and family react to surgery in Mexico?

[Pattie1966 35]

I originally only told my husband but finally broke down and told my sister who is my best friend. She hasn't even told her husband. After reading other posts I am so glad that I haven't told the rest of my family. I am going alone also but I feel safe after reading everyone's experiences. Surgery is the 13th.

Are you getting to the Marriot on Thursday? I am and surgery friday at florence hosp.

[HoosierMom 6]

Yes I am flying in on Thursday. I'm going to OCC first and will be at the Marriott that evening. We should try to meet.

[Pattie1966 35]

Yes I am flying in on Thursday. I'm going to OCC first and will be at the Marriott that evening. We should try to meet.

Yep. Sounds great. I am at the Marriott now in room 309.

[IndigoChild 27]

My family flipped smooth out. Especially since I elected to travel there alone.

I'm traveling to Tijuana alone. Did you ever feel nervous?

[HoosierGirl 780]

I told my parents and they freaked! My hubs was good with it and that is all I cared about. Now, it's a great story based on SHOCK VALUE and I love to share what I did!

Plus, it does sound totally nuts if you aren't educated on the topic. I remember when I found out Tijuana was a destination for weight loss surgery. My first thought was, "Oh man....I hope I am never desperate enough to go to Mexico!" Ha ha....lesson learned!

[Pattie1966 35]

I'm traveling to Tijuana alone. Did you ever feel nervous?

I'm in Mexico alone right now and I'm really glad that I came alone. It's been like a vacation. Don't be worried you will be pleased with your decision.

[newcocoame 54]

I had my sleeve on sept 10th with dr. Garcia and Florence Hospital. Only my husband knew. We told everyone it was just a little getaway for us...rekindling. lol!!! It was a great trip and they keep you safe. Some ppl were alone but you will see so many others out there and everyone was friendly.

[IndigoChild 27]

I'm in Mexico alone right now and I'm really glad that I came alone. It's been like a vacation. Don't be worried you will be pleased with your decision.

Oh wow! How'd your surgery go? I'm glad you're getting rest and I can't wait to be in your shoes.

[homersmomma 77]

I'm traveling to Tijuana alone. Did you ever feel nervous?

I certainly was not in my comfort zone. Usually the patients left the hotel in groups. To do a little sight seeing or shopping for souvenirs. I decided that was the safest thing to do. Other than that I stuck close to the clinic and hotel so I wouldn't end up getting lost. More than anything.

[dork 114]

First I told the hubby about it and he supported me 150%....and went with me. I told my 2 girls ages 29 and 32...the 32 year old had a bypass and both kids were on board and trusted that I did the research. I told my very good friends...2 of them had a bypass...they were all cool....they know me and trusted I knew what I was doing. On Facebook i have been posting my weight loss. People were asking how so I pulled up a dr oz clip and put it out there and explained I went to Mexico. Some about crapped a brick. They remember me posting photos of Mexico, but since I am a travel agent they thought I was on another trip. But I have 2 people who wanted information, so if that helped a few people...great. And some thanked me for putting the info out and not hding it. All is good.

[Fat Pat no more 89]

I've only told one friend. She her husband and older daughters know. Others I might tell after it all said and done if they ask. I don't she where it's everyone's business. But I won't lie. Most everyone knows I've been dieting and exercising more and can see the difference. And I haven't even had my surgery yet.

[Tudor 16]

I go often to Mexico for work. That's to Monterrey an Saltillo , so people are used to me going to Mexico. When I told them that I'm going to Tj for surgery they still told me that I'm nuts. Who cares what everybody says. I got back safe and sound and told the same people that I got shot in my stomach 5 times by the cartel down in Tj.

[Pattie1966 35]

I go often to Mexico for work. That's to Monterrey an Saltillo ' date=' so people are used to me going to Mexico. When I told them that I'm going to Tj for surgery they still told me that I'm nuts. Who cares what everybody says. I got back safe and sound and told the same people that I got shot in my stomach 5 times by the cartel down in Tj.[/quote']

LMFAO. I did the same thing.

[sherry24184 253]

I go often to Mexico for work. That's to Monterrey an Saltillo ' date=' so people are used to me going to Mexico. When I told them that I'm going to Tj for surgery they still told me that I'm nuts. Who cares what everybody says. I got back safe and sound and told the same people that I got shot in my stomach 5 times by the cartel down in Tj.[/quote']

I so wish I had thought of that first :-) that is the funniest thing I've ever read! Good luck on your journey

[Fat Pat no more 89]

LOL