Today I was reminded of a few years back, when I was at a bar with a good friend having a few cocktails. Suddenly, I turned around to find her being attacked by another patron for drinking while she was pregnant. My friend ran out in tears. You can imagine how mortifying this public display would be; Especially since she wasn’t pregnant! She is a mom and hadn’t lost that post-baby belly.
I felt awful for her, but if I am being honest, I silently thought that she should really get her act together. It had been..like..months! I now deeply regret those inner thoughts. Why? Read on.
I was in the dentist office this morning waiting for treatment on a tooth that has been killing me for over a week. I was a little scared and a little emotional. Sitting in the waiting area next to my husband, a client from across the crowded room congratulated my husband on his mama-to-be and the bundle of joy we are waiting on. Unfortunately, I am not pregnant anymore either. I began to cry in the middle of the waiting room.
Of course, I sent out text messages to all my close girlfriends in absolute horror. I love them all dearly for the creative names and wishes they had for this man. I also wonder if everyone silently thinks that I need to get my act together!?!
It was so easy with my first child. The pounds just fell off and I was in a bikini in no time. My son was born 8 months ago and the weight has come off the other areas of my body but my tummy has stayed…”troubled.” So, consider me back in the saddle with diet and exercise. And until I feel safe being seen in swimwear again, I will never forget that trusty tummy-sucker again!
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