Journey

I wish I could post pictures of my before and after of my breast reduction. Not to share TMI but to brag about this incredible journey I went through. Yes, I know others have gone before me, but for me it has truly been life changing!

The first part of the journey was just deciding that I was ready to have it done and making the appointment with the surgeon. I took matters into my own hands when my PCP told me that I had to loose all kinds of weight and that I had to see a PT, etc. After loosing around 25lbs and being told I had to lose another 25lbs I asked to see the surgeon and to determine how much I had to go through to make this happen. He said that he was not concerned about my weight, was so positive that insurance would pay for it I signed all papers that day!

The second part of the process was a little bit more intense. It was actually having the surgery but also recovery. I can't really say I had "pain" but the recovery process and being limited in my actions was extremely hard, especially living alone and hating to ask for help. I learned so much about myself, what I can endure, that I don't do pain well and that my Mom is the best Mom in the world! I also learned that I am blessed beyond words for all the people that care and love me!

This third part of the journey has been the most rewarding, but also the most mind boggling. None of my clothes fit. I don't have any clothes. When I started to really look through my closet to determine how I made it through the winter last year I remembered that I have always worn jackets, sweaters and anything else that would cover me. I don't think I really thought about how much I covered my girls. Now that I'm more confident I don't go to the cover up jacket but ready to wear a normal shirt and outfit.

As my BFF pointed out she would love to have a reason like this to go shopping. I agree, but I did have to pay quite a bit out of pocket for my surgery that I'm paying back. With that said, I am working on my wardrobe one article of clothing at a time along with the new me!

I've had a lot of life changing experiences in the last month. Most wonderful, but some really hard and sad. I guess that's what life is all about? I'm so thankful that I was given the opportunity to experience this journey!