Why am I getting a tummy tuck? And why did I feel like it was necessary to share this with the world? Let's tackle the second question first.
So...you might be wondering why I am feeling compelled to share this. Because this is a journey. This is a life-changing decision, both physically and emotionally. How could I possibly hide this—either physically or emotionally?! Yeah, people don't see me for a few weeks and suddenly half my belly is gone? I'd rather get it all out in the open, so I can share the emotional stuff—my joy, my excitement, my fear—as well as share the physical stuff—pain (yes, I know, it's going to be painful...really painful) and, of course, the results!
So here I go...I can't promise this will be entertaining or enlightening or whatever. But I need someplace more than Facebook to share my feelings. Feel free to ask questions. And thanks for joining me. :-)
Wow, Joanne! I'm glad you're sharing, because this is something I might consider someday, and your journey may help me decide whether or not I want to go through with it. I can't wait to read more!
ReplyDeleteHi Joanne! I'm excited for you. I actually JUST read an article in Good Housekeeping in my doc's office (I *think* it was the March issue with Kelly Ripa on the cover) about a woman in her 50s who elected for a tummy tuck. If you can find the magazine (I searched in vain for the story online), it's on the back page. What she talks about most is the emotional impact of the surgery. I think you would find it enlightening and helpful.
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