Bye-Bye Mommy Pooch

My journey begins back in 2013, when I topped the scale at 130 lbs. I literally woke up one morning and took a good look at myself and decided, I needed to change. So, I dieted and exercised. About eight month later, I was down 20 lbs. I am now between 110-112 lbs. Happily. But like so many women the excess skin was now a bigger problem. Having 2 children I already had a mommy pooch. I found Realself in 2014. That’s when I started researching and following the journeys of courageous women. The women who are bonded together by a sisterhood of living life to the fullest and not letting the imperfections nor excess skin define who we really are.

I’ve read a lot of reviews, seen a lot of photos, laughed, cried, I’ve been happy, and I’ve been sad. I’ve sent out more prayers for my sisters than I’ve ever had. Two years ago, I started on a Tummy Tuck journey of my own, but fear took the better part of me. I convinced myself that I didn’t need to get this done. That the excess skin was not that bad. That I could just wear clothing to accommodate my body. Well, that was a mistake! I have been regretting it ever since. So here I am, at it again, this time for keeps. I am 51 years old, 5 feet tall, and weigh 110 lbs. The 2 loves of my life are my children, my son 19 and my daughter 15. These two are my rocks and will be the ones that will be caring for me during my recovery. They have been part of this journey with me since the beginning.

My pre-op is scheduled for December 1st and the surgery is for December 15th. I’m excited, scared, nervous, and I want to change my mind again. But I know that if I don’t do this now, I will never get it done. Everyday I hate the way I look, the way my clothes look on me, I’m tired of the overhang, the muffin top, and I’m tired of the excess skin. So, yay to moving forward.

I would like to thank all the ladies here for their courage, their honesty, their photos, and their journals. The Realself Family is a God sent to all us women who are looking to perfect our bodies. And this family here is very much appreciated.

Today I had my Pre-Op. All is well and we are on schedule for December 15th. Excitement has once again entered into my life with nervousness trailing behind. The papers are signed, the blood has been drawn, and the final payment has been made. And the countdown begins with only 2 weeks left from today. Happy Healing to All.

In one week from today, it will finally be my big day. By this time next Friday, with the grace of God, I too shall be on the flat side.