Posts by Chris Moore3

fadedfalcon13 said:Look, just because someone is an ENT doesn't mean they’ve suddenly mastered the art of nose surgery, whether we're talking about a quick fix or some heavy-duty reconstruction. There's a massive difference between having the title and actually having the hands for it. Don't get me wrong, your average ENT is going to know way more than some random surgeon since they spent their entire residency grinding on this specific craft, but that’s not saying they’re wizards. If you're looking at the options, you'd be a fool not to put yourself in the hands of a true specialist. You want the person who lives and breathes this stuff, not just someone who happens to have the credentials.

Hey Chris Moore3, you really want me to go there? Fine, if you insist. Honestly, talking about my first surgery still feels a little surreal, like I’m recounting some weird fever dream. Before that big one, though? Not really. I’d never actually been under the knife before. I mean, I’ve had my fair share of scrapes and bruised egos, but nothing involving a scalpel and heavy-duty anesthesia. It was all pretty new territory for me—just sitting there wondering how much of this was going to be awkward.
So, if you were going to do it, who would you even trust? Just because Zambelli fixed that breathing issue of yours—you know, that whole deviated septum situation—doesn't mean some other veteran ENT couldn't have sorted it out if you’d actually given them a shot. But me? If I were looking at getting surgery just to fix my nose, there is absolutely no way in hell I'm going under the knife for someone who built their entire career on silicone injections and liposuction. Not happening. 🙄 Honestly? I feel like I’d need some rock-solid guarantees and actual references before I even thought about booking that surgeon. Just feels a bit too risky without some proof.

So, about Dr. Zam. All we really know is that he was the one who supposedly messed with Severina’s smile and the tip of her nose, but honestly, nobody’s actually seen any follow-up photos of that nose. I just know—since I keep tabs on our pop scene—that the story didn't end there. She went under the knife again after him for other procedures, including more nose work. Using Severina as some kind of gold standard or reference point? Yeah, that's pretty hilarious.

Look, if nobody has managed to hammer it into your head yet—and I mean really drill it in—that when your tooth starts throbbing, you go see a dentist and not some random gynecologist or an eye doctor... then we have a serious problem. It’s the exact same deal with your nose. Seriously. I'm done. Not looking to get into a whole debate about this, though. End of story. 🤦 Look, you gotta make the call yourself. When you're about to go under the knife and you're dropping a cool two or two and a half grand on the table, you need to decide exactly which surgeon you're trusting with your life. It's your money and your skin, so just pick someone you actually trust.

I totally agree with you—your first move should absolutely be seeing an ENT specialist. Seriously, if you’re dealing with breathing issues on top of everything else, it’s not just a good idea, it’s mandatory. And honestly? Don't stop at just one doctor. Go see two or three if you feel like the first one is leaving you hanging. We all know how it goes—these doctors are slammed, and sometimes it feels like they’re just rushing you out the door as fast as possible. The consultations end up being super short and pretty much useless when it comes to actually getting the answers you need. I’ve been there myself. I went through multiple specialists before finally picking my surgeon. He was the only one who actually made sense. He laid everything out clearly: what the problems were, how we’d fix them, exactly what I needed to do before and after the surgery, and what the whole recovery process would look like. I got the full rundown, both verbally and in writing! No vague, annoying "maybe we could do this" or "let's just leave that alone for now and see how things go..." nonsense. I dealt with plenty of "specialists" who gave me those exact kinds of non-answers. To be honest, because they were so indecisive and couldn't give me a straight answer, I ended up refusing to have my other surgery with an ENT altogether.

Look, I’m not saying they aren't capable of doing a good job or whatever, but once you've been burned, you're naturally going to be super wary. It's just how it works. When you finally make the call to go in for a revision, the last thing you need is some surgeon who just leaves you hanging. You need someone who actually instills confidence and gives you straight answers about what to expect. I don't want some guy giving me "preparations" for a third surgery when he hasn't even successfully pulled off the second one. At that point, it feels less like a consultation and more like I'm just sitting there talking about fixing his previous mess.

Look, when it comes to Dr. Zambelli—who he’s been operating on, whether it was Severina or whoever else, and exactly whose bank account is paying the bills—that honestly isn't my business. I don't care enough to get swept up in all that drama. But I will say this: I’ve never once seen his name splashed across the headlines. Unlike those other celebrity surgeons who practically live in the tabloids, he’s always stayed pretty much under the radar.
Look, he did an amazing job for me, period. And honestly? I’ve been sharing that as my own firsthand experience with people who actually care about the results—not as some ammo for you to use for nitpicking or starting pointless back-and-forth arguments. That’s not what this forum is for. So, if you’ve got some major beef with Dr. Zambelli regarding who his former clients were or whether he charged them or not, go ahead and start a whole new thread for that. Leave this one alone.

Look, this is basically where we all hang out to talk about nose jobs—real stories from people who’ve actually gone through it, their personal experiences, and what the end result actually looks like!!!!!

fadedfalcon13 said:It’s honestly wild how right after someone calls out certain private practices, these random ladies pop up on the forum like they just fell from the sky, all like, "Oh, let me tell you about my experience!" 🤔Look, nobody is saying Zambelli—or any private doctor for that matter—can't do a good job. At the end of the day, it’s a total lottery. When you're doing a massive volume of surgeries, you’re obviously going to have a certain number of fails or mistakes that need fixing. It’s just basic math. But what I really want to know is why anyone would actually choose him. Setting aside the fact that he’s the president of the association of aesthetic surgeons and has all those fancy credentials... he’s a top-tier surgeon when it comes to implants and plastic surgery, sure. But he really shot to fame in the wider public eye and on forums after Severina (and she got it for free, mind you, zero cost) had her nose done by him.

Before that, I guarantee nobody had ever even heard his name being linked to noses. And then, suddenly, all these women start showing up on the forum saying they went to him. Some were raving about it. And a bunch of others? They just vanished—never came back to give any follow-up info. I remember reading a post from one girl who basically said that given the hype and the price she paid, she was expecting something way better.

...I mean, I’m asking all the girls who have been there or are planning to go: explain to me why you’d do it. Most of us in this thread pretty much agreed that an ENT would be a much more logical choice. You know, someone who actually specializes in breaking nose bones, fixing deviated septums, and doing reconstructions. I’m not saying other surgeons can’t do it—it's not like they're banned from performing those procedures—but if you use any common sense, it's obvious: when it comes to such a delicate procedure on the face—which is literally the most exposed part of your body—you go to the specialists for that specific area. It’s like, if you want breast implants or a lift, you go to a plastic surgeon. You don't go to some ENT with a private practice who spends his day checking sinuses.

Since you brought up Dr. Glušac, I guess I'll finally give you my full take on him. Up until two years ago, I actually thought Glušac was one of the most competent people in the country when it came to nose jobs. If you look at his CV, he spent time in the States doing advanced training at clinics that specialize specifically in rhinoplasty. So, I assumed he probably picked up some really solid, practical experience. The guy mostly handles rhinos and septoplasties; you could say noses are his core business. Even though his clinic is officially registered for reconstructive and plastic surgery, most of his workload is centered on noses. One surgeon I know—a family friend of my dad's who is actually a department head at a hospital—even told me that among private practitioners, Glušac is actually two steps ahead of everyone else, and there aren't many high-end options left in Washington, D.C. or the rest of the US anyway.

What changed my mind, though, were certain cases that happened with him. Like I said, with a huge number of surgeries, you always get a small percentage of unwanted scenarios and complications. Some of these cases were actually discussed right here on the forum. If you're curious, just type his name into the search bar and the forum will spit out the exact posts. I don't want to get into a whole deep dive about them right now, but just judge for yourself what’s going on, especially regarding the relationship between the surgeon and the patients.

That’s one of the main reasons why I’d steer clear of him, for now. 🙄Look, the guy definitely has experience, I'll give him that. But honestly? I don't know how you're feeling about it, but if I were being treated like some kind of guinea pig for someone testing out "new techniques" and experimental procedures, I wouldn't be able to sleep at night. Sure, it could turn out amazing, or it could go totally south—like, "waste half your life savings on corrective surgery" south. 🤦

Plus, I’ve got a bone to pick with him because he oversimplifies some really crucial steps. Take nasal packing, for example. Back when I was studying medicine, we learned that after any kind of nasal trauma, you absolutely have to keep those tampons in for several days. They act as stabilizers along with a splint to make sure the bones actually fuse back together properly. It feels like he’s downplaying the importance of certain things just to make himself look like a superstar. If you actually care about the patient's outcome, you should be looking at at least three days of packing and a week in a splint. As for the surgeon himself, regardless of everything else, I think Glušac is way more competent than some Zambelli or those newer private guys like Bagatin.

We aren't just some "random girls on a forum"; we are people who have spent two or more years hunting for solutions and surgeons for problems we actually deal with!!! Personally, I only found out about Dr. Zambelli right here on this forum. Before this, I hadn't even heard his name or knew what he did (butt lifts, tummy tucks, whatever...). I have to admit, I spent a long time agonizing over the decision, questioning everything, and reaching out to women who had already gone under his knife!! And let’s be clear—I’m not trying to praise him or push anyone toward him. I’m just sharing my own experience in case it helps someone decide, because I remember exactly how vital that was for me when I was scouring forums reading everyone else's stories. At the end of the day, it's up to each individual to decide . My experience is simply that, in my specific case, a plastic surgeon actually did a better job than a specialist who focuses on that area specifically—and again, I’m saying *in my case*, not necessarily for everyone!!! Before him, I had two consultations with ENT specialists. I knew they were experts, but they just didn't sit right with me. Maybe it was the fear of a failed surgery, especially since one of them told me my nose looked perfect when, in reality, I still couldn't breathe through it!!! So, my take is that all perspectives are valid. Everyone needs to make their own choice regarding their operator so they don't end up with regrets later!!!!

Hey everyone! So, I finally popped back onto this forum after more than six months since my second nose job just to see what's up. It looks like a few of you are having some doubts about Dr. Zambelli. Since I know how stressful this can be, I figured I’d share my own experience in case it helps anyone making a decision.
He was actually the one who did my second surgery!! The whole goal was to fix the actual function—you know, just being able to breathe normally—and he didn't just hit the mark, he absolutely crushed it. Even though he isn't technically an ENT, he did everything he promised and I am going to be grateful to him for the rest of my life!!! After 30 years, I can finally breathe through my nose. Day, night, even when I wake up with my mouth closed... and no more snoring at night! Seriously, it's priceless. What sucks is that my first surgery was done by a literal ENT specialist who did absolutely NOTHING. I mean, two follow-up consultations later, the scans looked exactly the same as they did before the operation. So yeah, I had the "privilege" of being saved by a plastic surgeon in the end. I'm not saying that's the rule for everyone, but in my case, it was the truth. My nose looks gorgeous on the outside AND works perfectly on the inside!!! We're talking centering, fixing a severe septal deviation, shortening, tip work... the whole nine yards!!! To be fair, it cost me $2,500, but I wouldn't trade a single cent of that. I spent one night at the clinic and was home the next day!! Now, full disclosure: his schedule is absolutely insane, but you have to show up to his office knowing exactly what you want or what the issue is. He doesn't do that "maybe this" or "I don't know, maybe that" vibe. What do you guys think?..... He doesn't deal with those types of indecisive spikes; if he sees you don't even know what you want, you aren't going to get anywhere with him. Anyway, that's my take on it!!!

Gary Wells2 said:What's the deal with these little bumps that pop up after surgery? I just got one... how long does it last and will it eventually go away?

Hey girl, I actually got a bump right at the bridge of my nose about a month and a half after my procedure. Now that it’s been two months, it’s totally gone—it just kind of retreated. There are actually a few different types of these bumps, though. Can you move the bump around, or is it stuck in place? I can't really explain it any other way, but if it moves, it's probably just subcutaneous tissue healing up, which was my case, and it'll vanish. If it's fixed and won't budge, then there's a pretty good chance it's on the bone itself... in a lot of cases like that, people end up needing a revision because the bone starts growing back over the area (that's me talking layman style, obviously). You should really check in with your surgeon, go in for a quick follow-up, and just get some peace of mind!!!! Or maybe someone else here who actually knows their stuff can give you a better breakdown. Good luck!!!!!

Angela Wright4 said:I didn't even have a splint, let alone tampons, for like 24 hours...

If they aren't operating on the tip itself, you don't really need a splint. The whole point of the splint is just to hold those broken bones in their new spot. It’s an external thing, while the packing is internal—mostly just there to soak up all the extra blood...
But you definitely had to have some kind of packing in there, because something has to apply pressure to the tip to keep it where it needs to stay, right?

It's been two months since my surgery and my tip is still a little swollen and I've got zero feeling when I touch it, but it's getting better bit by bit. Honestly, just try to be patient. If not, go back to him and demand a full breakdown of everything he did.🙂
Oh, and it hurts right under the incision whenever I touch it, clean my nose, or blow it. That pain gets a little smaller every single day, so I'm hoping it disappears soon. Good luck to you too. Just hang in there!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

frozenwalker44 said:Has anyone here actually gone through with a rhinoplasty at the Pocket clinic over on Vukovar Street? What was the experience like?

If you're talking about Dr. David J.....
So, I went to see him first for a consultation. He struck me as an ENT who just happened to do plastic surgery, which made him my top pick since I needed a secondary procedure.
The guy is super polite and explains things well, but man, he is incredibly indecisive. Like, really unsure of himself. It was this whole thing where he’d be like, "Well, this could work..." or "Actually, that might be a bit complicated." He was basically interviewing himself and answering his own questions as he went. Even though all I wanted was to finally be able to breathe properly—no cosmetic bells and whistles requested—he just seemed way too hesitant for my liking. So, yeah, I ended up passing on it.

Just my two cents based on what I went through.

cosmicbadger83 said:Exactly. But honestly, most of this stuff is just tiny details that we're hyper-fixated on. Like, the left side of my nose still feels a little swollen sometimes—I'll wake up in a total panic every morning, then it settles down during the day and everything feels fine again. At one point, I was convinced I had a bump and thought I’d need a revision, but clearly, it’s all just part of the healing process. When you're months into recovery, you forget how fresh and swollen everything actually still is. Six months after an Operation is way too early to say, "Okay, this is the final look." You really don't know until a year has passed, and some doctors even say eighteen months.
I'm seriously thrilled, though. A friend sent me some recent photos the other day and I was in absolute shock at the difference... my profile—which used to totally freak me out—is perfect now. 😍

Girls, I am 100% with you on this, and I keep telling everyone on the forum!
The nose needs time. Everyone heals differently—some people take longer, some faster. And not every little lump is a permanent bump! Looking back at myself, even though my skin is pretty dry, during that 3-to-6-month window (and even up to a year!) after my first surgery, my nose was constantly changing, with bumps and protrusions popping up everywhere. I even had issues with internal stitches that literally felt like lumps under the skin. But let me tell you, anyone who’s been through a surgery knows this. You seriously have to be patient and stop poking at it every five minutes. We all have that nagging fear that things won't turn out right, and then the second we see a tiny change 🙂, we spiral. Sometimes it's a valid concern, sure, but often it's just nothing, and everything ends up being fine in the end. 😉
Your nose is always going to be a little puffy in the morning; it's totally normal because of circulation. Some people get such swollen fingers they can't even wear rings... it's just how it works.

Melissa Thomas35 said:I'm not freaking out or anything. But honestly? I think I might actually go get a doctor to take a look at this.🙂
One side is still way more swollen than the other, so breathing just feels a lot harder on that side.
How you doing? You expired yet?

I gotta admit, I can actually breathe normally now—or honestly, even better than before—through my nose. It’s only been two days since they pulled the tampon out, but man, what a difference. Seriously, thank God for that!!
Honestly, one side of mine feels way more swollen too—specifically the side where they did most of the work internally, so I guess that makes sense. Plus, I already had an Operation two years ago, so I definitely know it takes a minute for everything to just settle back into place. It’s probably a good call to go get checked out; I actually need to head in for a follow-up myself since it'll be about a month since my surgery. You're a little further along in the timeline than me, right? Maybe the lining just needs a bit more time to heal, or maybe everything is totally fine... Honestly, your doctor will be the only one who can tell you for sure. Sending you nothing but good vibes, hope everything turns out awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!😉

Melissa Thomas35 said:So, I noticed today that this little white bump popped up right inside one of my nostril incisions... I’m guessing it’s just where the cartilage is settling in. Has anyone else dealt with this? Just wondering if it'll smooth out on its own or if I'm looking at another Operation.

Honestly, if I had to guess, it's just the cartilage. I spent way too much time staring at my own nose after mine, and those spots where the grafts were ended up looking a bit swollen and whitish for a while, but it eventually smoothed out as the tissue healed. Don't freak out right away—just let the nose do its thing and recover. It takes time. And whatever you do, do NOT pull at those stitches unless they fall out on their own. How's your breathing been lately?

Gary Wells2 said:Hey... so I had my nose job about ten days ago with Zambelli. My nose used to be long and kind of bumpy, but it wasn't wide. It was actually okay. Honestly, I'm not really feeling it yet—my nose is still super swollen, so it's hard to even tell. From the profile view, it looks fine, but looking straight on, it feels like nothing changed. Actually, it looks even wider than before, but that's probably just the swelling. The doctor shortened it, but honestly, not enough for my liking. It still feels too long, specifically that part right above the nostrils. I don't know, I guess I expected a bit more from such a famous doctor. Like, I feel like some random surgeon at a public hospital could've done the same thing for free. I'm just hoping things look better once the swelling finally dies down in a few weeks... or months. So yeah.

Dude, you're telling me it's only been 10 days?! It's still massively swollen! Just hang in there and wait a bit longer, then you'll actually see the difference!!!!!!!!!!!!!!😉

Melissa Evans88 said:Hey, that’s totally normal. It’ll be exactly two months since my Operation tomorrow, and the tip of my nose is still peeling just a tiny bit. An exfoliant won't hurt you—obviously, as long as you aren't applying any pain. Just stick to a moisturizer. Nothing greasy, though, or you'll end up clogging your pores.
The day before yesterday, while I was cleaning my nose, I actually pulled out a huge chunk of sutures. There’s basically just one tiny little piece left and then I'm done. Honestly, it all just depends on how many you have in there.

Thanks!!!!!

I seriously need some advice here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It’s been about 13 days since my Operation and the skin on and around my nose has started peeling like crazy. I’m terrified to try any kind of scrub because everything still feels so fresh and raw. What should I be putting on my nose and that area to help, without accidentally causing a massive breakout or acne??????????
Also, once those stitches in my nose start falling out, will mine all still be right where they belong?

Chris Moore3 said:So, for everyone asking about what Dr. Zambelli charges for the Operation, it's looking like anywhere from $2,400 to $2,700
including the consultation $83.

I actually went through with it myself, and everything went super smooth. I even ran into a few other girls there who were also totally happy with their results—freshly done and all! ;-) Anyway, keeping it short and sweet. If anyone wants the nitty-gritty details, just shoot me a DM.

Personally, though? I don't think you should be obsessing over the price tag. You should be looking at *who* is actually holding the scalpel. From what I can tell, most of them are priced pretty much in the same ballpark; what really matters is the surgeon's hands, their experience, and how skilled they actually are.

cosmicbadger83 said:So when I was doing my digging, I kept hitting him up about the procedure and sending photos... he answered every single one of my emails, but the second I actually asked about the price? Total radio silence. Twice. Just completely ghosted me.

For anyone wondering what the damage is for an Operation with Dr. Zambelli, it’s looking like somewhere between $2,400 and $2,700.

I went through with it myself, and honestly, everything went super smoothly. Ran into a couple of other girls there who were also stoked with their results—freshly operated on! ;-) Anyway, keeping it short and sweet. If you want the nitty-gritty details, just shoot me a DM.

Look, my take? Nobody jumps back under the knife for no reason. I mean, let’s be real—once you’ve been through the wringer once, why on earth would you actually *want* to do it again? If someone is choosing to go through this a second time, I genuinely hope it’s their absolute last one, just like I hope it’s mine.
The thing is, with the first surgery, you’re usually just focused on making things work properly. But after that? Suddenly you’re juggling function *and* aesthetics at the same time. It happens all the time—either the nose ends up looking asymmetrical, or they have to remove cartilage in a spot that needs to be replaced later on. Then you’re stuck needing extra support from tougher cartilage, so they’re digging into your rib... it's a whole mess.
That’s usually what happens when you’re trying to prop up the tip so it doesn't drop later. There are just so many variables that can go sideways and end up looking nothing like what you envisioned. Honestly, before any kind of procedure, you really need to sit down with your surgeon, give them the floor to lay out all the pros and cons in detail, and *then* make your call.

electricangler32 said:Why are there so many people getting revision surgery? Is the work just that bad, or do you guys just end up hating how your nose looks and want a redo??

Look, anyone going under the knife for a rhinoplasty has to go in knowing there’s a chance they might need a tiny little tweak down the road. Any decent surgeon worth their salt will tell you exactly that—it's just part of the risk you either take or you don't.

As for me, my first trip to the OR was strictly functional. I had a deviated septum and hypertrophied turbinates... total nightmare. I went through a local public hospital on a referral. My ENT suggested he could just shave off the bump while he was at it.🎉🎉 I mean, who says no to that? But honestly, nobody can predict the final result. It all comes down to the surgeon's skill or just how your specific nose decides to heal.

Long story short: two years later, the diagnosis is basically identical to what it was before the first surgery. We're talking an S-shaped septal deviation deep up in there + a collapsed internal valve on the left (the doc removed some cartilage during the first go, and now my nostril puffs out like a frog) + hypertrophy of the left inferior turbinate (that swollen mucosal thing that causes the blockage) ===I can't breathe.

cosmicbadger83 said:Look, rhinoplasty is easily one of the trickiest plastic surgeries out there... the nose is just so incredibly complex. From what I’ve gathered, even top-tier surgeons deal with a 5-10% revision rate. There are so many variables at play, usually a mix of things, but honestly? It mostly comes down to how unpredictable the healing process can be. Especially when you're tackling functional issues too—that adds a whole other layer of chaos. Like, sometimes the septum just shifts back out of place after the fact because the underlying asymmetry is baked right into your skull structure or whatever...

Totally agree. When you're trying to fix both how it looks and how it actually works, you're almost always looking at some kind of minor touch-up down the road. It's just the nature of the beast—you can't always predict how the body is going to respond to the changes...

Hannah Hernandez9 said:Hey, does that guy only take cash, or can you actually use a credit card there?

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Honestly, your best bet is just to hit up his website and shoot him an email. He’ll definitely get back to you on that.

Maria Wright54 said:He’s actually super approachable and explains everything so clearly. For me, it’s a secondary procedure, so things are way more complicated on my end.
As for that tip about the nose, he apparently went for some kind of specialty training or whatever—it’s listed right there in his bio.

I gotta side with you on this one; he totally gave me that same vibe. I saw some people on here claiming he’s arrogant or that you have to practically beg him for info because he’s such a man of few words... but honestly? My experience was the exact opposite! I could barely get a word in edgewise because he was busy explaining every single detail to me. (Side note: my case is a revision, which makes things pretty intense since there's an 80% chance they'll have to harvest cartilage from my rib). He really walks you through everything and gives great guidance. I think the issue with some patients is that they just bombard the surgeon with questions the second they walk in, and if you ask me, that's where it goes wrong. Don't interrupt him. Just state your problem, let him talk through the "what" and the "how," and then once he's done, go ahead and ask whatever you're confused about. Anyway, my surgery is set for February 27th, and I'll definitely share how it goes. And yeah, he’s probably the most expensive option out there. But if he does what needs to be done? It's worth every penny!

Nicholas Jones58 said:Hey there,
so, looking back at my own experience from almost exactly a month ago... I showed up wearing some light sweatpants—had to, because during my first surgery at the hospital, they gave me this heavy tracksuit and I woke up absolutely drenched in sweat and roasting. They handed me their own slippers, and I walked into the OR wearing just the bottom half of my sweats, socks, and a loose-fitting crew neck tee. It was big enough to pull over my head easily without a whole production, which is great because I didn't want to be stripping down right before they prepped me. They did suggest I take it off though, just so the collar wouldn't get messy during the procedure and I wouldn't end up lying around post-op in a damp shirt. No crazy prep work, no changing into scrubs, no heavy sedatives... just showed up, got it done, and four hours later, I was on the road heading home. Even though it was a grueling, complicated five-hour surgery, the whole vibe was chill, easygoing, and most importantly, painless. Good luck, Chris Moore3! Best,

Thanks, Nicholas Jones58, I really needed to hear that! I've got a revision scheduled with my surgeon, and yeah, it’s a bit of a complex one too, but I've got a pretty good gut feeling that everything’s gonna go smoothly.
Wishing you a super speedy recovery and an awesome result in the end—though, as you know, it’s gonna be a bit of a journey.