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I Couldn't Be More Excited To Be On This Journey! - Guilford, CT
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UPDATED FROM hikemom
15 days post
14 Days and Very Happy
The past 2 weeks have flown by! I decided to perform the ultimate test last night and hosted a dinner party that included 3 couples that I work and socialize with. Nobody seemed to notice that I turned the clock back a few years in just a few weeks. I am continuing to heal, and 90% of the bruising is gone. I still have a few lumps and bumps in my neck. One will resolve, then another one appears in a different place. I know they will eventually resolve. Here are a few pictures from the last 2 days.
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K
O
July 15, 2016
I just had a look at the third photo you posted and compared it to these. Amazing! You just look so refreshed. And great necklaces btw! :)
H
S
July 17, 2016
You look wonderful! Your jawline is perfect and no jowls at all! How did hosting a dinner party go? I find doing one big activity a day still wipes me out. I cleaned all morning and then hosted only 1 person for brunch today, and now I need a nap.
H
July 17, 2016
I have not had a problem feeling tired. Even the day after surgery I felt fine. I didn't have general anesthesia so that makes a big difference. Nobody seemed to notice anything different about me at the dinner. I go back to work tomorrow. Still some healing going on in my neck and a small amt. of bruising on lower chest area. All in all its been a smooth recovery.
G
July 28, 2016
So happy it went well! I have absolutely no regrets about my surgery! Most people don't comment which I think is strange but then again these are usually people I've known for decades & haven't seen lately so to them I'm sure I look just like myself.
UPDATED FROM hikemom
11 days post
Day 11 Progress Report
I've turned a corner with my neck recovery. The lumps are smaller today and with concealer the bruising is barely noticeable. The warm compresses and gentle massage has helped tremendously. I am starting to get a picture of what the final result might look like. My chest bruising is going to take some time, but that area can be easily hidden. Hip Hip Hooray for progress.
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J
July 10, 2016
Less than two weeks but seemed like a month! You're looking so good!
H
July 10, 2016
Thanks. I went to Sephora today and played with concealers. It does make a big difference.
S
July 10, 2016
how much time do you keep warm compresses ? i knew just about icing , please tell me more
H
July 10, 2016
I've been using a warm (cools very fast when you wring it out) so you want it almost hot. I apply it with my hands to the neck until it cools and then repeat. I've been doing it 3 times a day, but you could do it more. After I have warmed the neck up I do gentle massage in a circular motion using cream or face oil.
P
O
July 11, 2016
What does your husband think? I'm curious since this started as an anniversary present. I'm sure he must be thrilled - you look so gorgeous!
H
July 12, 2016
He thinks I look fantastic. He thought I looked fine before, too, but I think he sees how happy the surgery makes me feel and that pleases him.
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C
July 11, 2016
Hi from the July 4th lady in NWCT! I do not know you, but you look so much better and younger, WOW. the neck area is going to be so improved. I have a wad of fat under my neck, and would love to tuck things up, and you are looking great! I will keep my fingers crossed for you!
Best,
RH
Best,
RH
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