Gonna Make a Change -Mobile, AL

I decided to get rid of my stomach pooch and love handles. Thought it would just be a little lipo, but no, it's gonna be pretty major! I'm a little freaked. The pain is what I'm afraid of - not to mention all the things that can go wrong. Then there is the recovery time. Wanted this done sooner but Jan 2 was the earliest date, because I leave for Hawaii on Feb 4th! I want this done before the trip to look good, but I don't want this to ruin my trip. Doc says I will be ok, I will have right at 5 weeks recovery. I trust him, but still - I'm freaked! I've got 2 weeks till surgery day. So my new years resolution is to be slimmer in 2014 - even if I have to cheat!

Well it's getting closed to surgery date. I'm not freaking so much now. I still worry about the recovery time being so close to trip time. But there's no turning back now. I'm doing everything the doc said, not taking any of the meds that will increase bleeding and I've been working out for the past four years. So I am in somewhat good physical shape. Sure hope that helps! I had lost down to 130 last Aug and I looked good and was pleased with myself and all my hard work. Then we went on vacation followed by the holidays. I gained 10+ pounds. I have struggled all this year but the lowest I hit was 138. I can't work out everyday like before because I work now. I wanted to do this on my own, but I give up and I'm tired of all the extra curves I have. I may have to still take it easy in Hawaii but by golly I'm gonna look good doing it! Oh, I'm posting pics, not very flattering lol

Just found out my surgery apparently has been bumped from 11am to 1pm. Yay! I'm freaked enough about going under the knife, now I get the tired doc! Just add to my stress. Last night I couldn't sleep cuz I was worrying about the scar. Not sure if I am mentally ready for the altered body image. However, I have ordered a new bikini with a high rise front. So I guess I will deal with it, just hope the outcome will over ride the scar.