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Getting my 'Sexy' Back! - Bellevue, WA

Hi all, I am getting a full TT and Micro Body...

  • 20 Jan 2013
  • 2 months pre

Hi all,

I am getting a full TT and Micro Body Sculpting on hips, flanks, waist with fat transfer to but (I want my booty back too) I have thought about doing this off and on for over 5 years but time and money of course were always issues. I hate my stomach! 2 C-sects, a tubal and 2 kids have wrecked havoc on my once flat tummy... So... I went to visit my best friend who lives in Chicago the week before New Year's and after having a candid conversation with her decided to research and get the procedure done (she got a boob job and they look awesome), she told me I gotta do what I gotta do to make me happy and after all we only live once. I decided then and there I was going to do this for me, because I am worth it! So these are my 'Before' pics...

Been dieting and lost 5lbs over a period 10 days,...

  • 30 Jan 2013
  • 2 months pre
Been dieting and lost 5lbs over a period 10 days, not bad. I want to lose at least 10 more before the surgery (personal goal of mine)...still look about 5 months prego, though and no amount of dieting really get rids of the skin; oh well it is what it is for now. I am really getting excited about by TT, can't wait to get rid of the "Kangaroo pouch" and flap! Going to discuss my residual scar tissue in detail (which has somehow attached itself to my pelvic bone over the years); learned this a few years ago via an OB/GYN consult who conducted MRI a few years ago as a result previous C-Sects, etc... Hopefully he can get rid of most of it (area can get tender, painful n tight), might make the area feel better.... BTW, my PS also has a background in OB/GYN, should prove to be really helpful. More info to follow after my pre-op !

Hi all, trying to add more "before" photos ...

  • 17 Feb 2013
  • 21 days pre
Hi all, trying to add more "before" photos ...

Hi ladies! Received a picture of the CG I will be...

  • 22 Feb 2013
  • 16 days pre
Hi ladies! Received a picture of the CG I will be wearing after my sx.. It's made by Design Veronique and is supposed to be one of the best on the market. It's included in the total cost of my sx. I was told I will have to wear it for 1st 2 weeks 24-7, taking it off only to shower and wash it. Oh yeah, my CG also come in the color of black (which makes me looks super slim) LOL... 18 more days!

Hi fellow RS sisters! Had my pre op appt...

  • 2 Mar 2013
  • 8 days pre
Hi fellow RS sisters! Had my pre op appt yesterday! Lasted 2 hours (got all my questions answered) and I must say my PS is awesome and has a wonderful sense of humor! LOL, I most definitely have a warm and fuzzy feeling about my procedure and can't wait to be on the flat side! I will be having a full Avelar Tummy Tuck which is less invasive and usually promotes a shorter healing time along with lipo and of course a Fat Transfer to my booty (ooh, la la). Also got my prescriptions for my meds 3, (oxycodone, antibiotic, nausea).

Wow, one more day and a wake up then my journey...

  • 9 Mar 2013
  • 1 day pre
Wow, one more day and a wake up then my journey begins on the flat side!!!! My PS says my sx is between 5 - 6 hours!

Tomorrow, 11 March is my day and I say that to say...

  • 10 Mar 2013
  • 1 day pre
Tomorrow, 11 March is my day and I say that to say this:

~Psalms 23:1-6~
The LORD is my Shepherd, I shall not want.
He makes me lie down in green pastures,
He leads me beside quiet waters, He restores my soul.
He guides me in paths of righteousness for His name's sake.
Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil, for You are with me;
Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.
You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.
Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life,
And I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever.
Amen.

God Bless all the other 3/11s! Sending love and well wishes your way(s). See ya on the flat side :)

Date updated

  • 10 Mar 2013
  • 1 day pre
Date updated

Hi all! 4 days post op! Appointment went great...

  • 14 Mar 2013
  • 3 days post
Hi all! 4 days post op! Appointment went great today. My PS says I'm healing really well and all looks good. Love my new tummy and cute belly butt... I'm still swollen but really happy about the results. I know things can only get better :) Going to post a few pictures for u all to see. Take care and God Bless!
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Lacey3 22 Mar 2013
You're lookin great yourself Smokey! Sounds like you are having a good recovery.. Love to hear stories like that! Hope you have a great, productive day! :)
SmokeyndBandit 16 Mar 2013
Thanks for all the wonderful comments and wishes! Please feel free to email me with your FB username or info if you would like to be added to the FB group some of us are members of and yes it is a SECRET group, LOL... Hope all is doing well and God Bless!
sarav59 15 Mar 2013
Smokey, you look fabulous!!! Hope you are doing ok.
pharma3641 15 Mar 2013
You look great! Smokin hot smokey:)
ChiChiX3 15 Mar 2013
Hi my March 11th TT sister! I'm glad you are in good health and spirits. I will be checking on you.
Fruit4105 15 Mar 2013
nice pics girly....Can u see a difference in your butt
SmokeyndBandit 16 Mar 2013
Hi Fruit! I can now, it is most definitely bigger and fuller.. but still swollen what about u? You should really join the FB group... lot easier to find comments in there.. .LOL.. How ru? How is your butt? Did u post pics yet?
So long flab 14 Mar 2013
you look great !!!! i hope mine comes out like yours .
Talented 13 Mar 2013
Hi SmokeytheBandit, just read about you and know you are now on the flat side. Thinking of you and sending healing comforting thoughts your way. Let us know how you are doing when you can.
Fruit4105 13 Mar 2013
Hey girl I got me a urnial.... I'm standing up and peeing...Lol
reannapartyof7 11 Mar 2013
Praying for you girl! Your in Good Hands!
SmokeyndBandit 10 Mar 2013
Thanks for all the warm wishes! Will post soon as I can! U all are awesome!
Island mommie 10 Mar 2013
Good Luck!! Wishing you a Healthy/safe recovery:)God Bless.
foreverlovingmynewworld 10 Mar 2013
My surgery is on the 12th also...good luck and see you on the flat side...
sarav59 10 Mar 2013
Smokey good luck in the morning!!! Can't wait to welcome you to the flat side
Poohdora29 10 Mar 2013
Wishing you all the best tomorrow. Hope all goes smoothly for you. Will be thinking of you. Keep us posted. :)
pharma3641 10 Mar 2013
Tomorrow is going to be soooo exciting for you! I'm excited to see after pics:)
Mommy2Two 9 Mar 2013
You'll be done and recovering before you know it! I look forward to following your journey. Best wishes!
Saint Joseph1404 8 Mar 2013
best wish u are goin to look great
Fruit4105 8 Mar 2013
Hey girly... We shaped a like.....Cant wait to see your end results
LadyBlu 8 Mar 2013
Took a look at your pics again... Your results are going to be awesome. Honey, your body isn't as bad as you think (we are our own worst critic), hell I envy you!
sarav59 2 Mar 2013
Smokey...the next few days will fly by...I know it did for me...good luck ...will keep an eye out for your updates...pod18 doing good...be prepared for swelling ...lol it is your buddy for a while...
SmokeyndBandit 4 Mar 2013
@Sara, geeeeezzz, not looking forward to the swelling; just want the flat tummy and bigger booty.. I wish! Lol, Glad ur doing great and thanks!
Poohdora29 2 Mar 2013
Glad your pre-op went so well. :) Its almost game time now. :)
SmokeyndBandit 4 Mar 2013
Thanks Pooh! Me too; must admit I getting a little nervous now.. LOL

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