I'm so excited, I scheduled my date with Dr. Ortiz at ALM. I never thought this was ever going to happen. I've had it as a goal for a few years and was having trouble with my insurance company. Well, I'm skipping the insurance and paying out of my pocket. I have been reading the board for a few weeks and I know I'm making the right decision for me. Happy Journeys everyone.

Thank you Rocky. I am going to try cutting my portion sizes now, so when it all happens I won't be so out of sorts. My roommate had the surgery last year here in the States and is going to help guide me on portion size. I am a volume eater.

Congratulations and good luck!

Congratulations! I am having my surgery through ALM as well! My big day is May 18th and I am excited and nervous at the same time! I've never flew anywhere before. This will be my first time on an airplane. Flying scares me more than anything lol!

I just paid for it. I start my pre-op diet tomorrow. It is coming up fast. I'm so excited.

Natoshia78 congratulations! Is it a long flight? I always get an aisle seat, I am claustrophobic. I know I can't get out. I live in Southern California so I am driving to the border.

I started my pre-op diet yesterday. It wasn't so bad. I am hungry though. I just need to find things to occupy my time and stop thinking about what I can't eat. Looking forward to going back to work tomorrow, that will help pas the time.

I live in Arkansas so the flight will take 5hrs. I talked with my hubby about driving to San Diego because we might not be able to afford both airfares. If we drive it will take like 3 1/2 days. I might save money driving...

Anyway good luck with your pre-op diet! I have already started making changes in my diet so that my pre-op diet won't be so bad. I am so happy for you Hun!

Is your name Marchand?

My name is Nancy. Driving is a good alternative and gas is pretty cheap stil. I won't drive if you have the extra time. I go back to work the day after I get home. I sit at a desk and use my brain all day so they said as long as I don't lift anything I should be ok. Good luck on your adventure. Sending you love and light for your journey. Maybe ask spirit to make it a graceful and easy journey and see what happens. I gave been turning this whole process over and the doors have been opening.

"Would"

I asked if your name was Marchand because I have been communicating with a lady named Marchand who is also having her surgery May2 through ALM. I met her on the ALM FB group.

Thank you for your prayers Nancy. I pray that your adventure is safe as well, and good luck on your new journey in life.

Natoshia