ugh

So, I'm finally doing what I've been pushing off for a few years. Foot surgery. I met with my podiatrist today to discuss my future surgery and I am taking the dive.  

& I'm scared to death.

Background: Since I can remember, I have had bones that protrude on either side of my feet, quite unattractive but more so painful than anything. I'm sure 17 years of intensive ballet school didn't help. I have been made fun for years both to my face and behind my back for as long as I can remember. I don't understand why people can be so mean? 

I can't take another summer spent hiding my feet in the sand, cringing when I wear flip flops or feeling extreme pain when I wear my riding boots, or my high heels, even my ballet flats and oh yea, sneakers... yes sneakers even hurt like hell. 

A reason Ive put this off has been because of my lifestyle. I'm busy with a very busy moving schedule. To have to put my life on hold for 3 weeks on bed rest seems nearly impossible. No summer classes either :(

& the gym... No elliptical, No treadmill No stair climber for 3 months! 3 months! I yelped when the doctor told me.  But Ill tell you this, Ill have my upper body and core looking reallllll good because at least I will be able to work out my upper body. Don't judge the girl with surgical sneakers on the chest press.

Another reason I have put this off has been my love of shoes. As I've matured I've learned this really doesn't matter anymore. Well, not entirely anymore just not as much as I once thought.  As for my gorgeous high heel collection....(insert tears) well, I don't even want to think about those babies. I hate to sound so superficial but my beautiful shoes! One day, someday.... I will be able to dust them off and wear them if all goes planned. I've come to accept that it will be a long time before I'm able to strut down 5th Avenue in those beauties. 

A total of 3 months in the NYC heat  hobbling on crutches.  Oh this will be fun.

But, it is ok. Really. I've put this off long enough. The surgery will consist of WARNING *Don't read if you are squeamish: Shaving my bones down, breaking my bones to realign with screws & metal rods then finally re-navigating my muscles, tendons and ligaments. 

I've been asked how painful this surgery is on a scale of 1 to10? Hmmm. Well you tell me what a total foot reconstruction would feel like? My guess is that this will hurt like *^*$(@ hell!

& That my friend is my Friday. 

I normally end off on a good note, but I'm not feeling like that today. I have the rest of the weekend to study for finals and then choose the dates for the surgery.

 ****update*** 
I aced my finals! I continue to hold a 4.0! Not easy but totally worth it.

Sigh.

Meems

THE GOOD POSTURE POST

Sit up straight! Walk taller!

Look in the mirror and see what good posture can do for you. Haven been a trained ballerina standing tall and sitting up straight comes naturally to me. People often think I am on the taller side, the honest truth is its all in the way I stand and sit. I'm just under 5'6, but with my posture and heels I come off taller.

Good posture can instantly make a woman appear slimmer and refined. Pulled back shoulders and a head held high can even make you appear younger. Have you ever seen an attractive woman hunched over? I've seen it may times and it is not pleasing to the eye. A woman who walks with good posture can surely turn heads. There is a mystery behind her confidence... 

One thing my grandmother always instilled in me was exactly what this post is on. She believed the better the posture the less chance of having spinal issues and turning into a hunchback in my older years. Its funny how the older generations have such sound advice. I wish I could remember all the words she spoke of, she was such an incredible person.... 

Ok, back to my post.

Did you know that poor posture also leads to several other problems like improper digestion?

Here are some simple tips to help you get started.

1. Remember change is not easy. For some, you may experience an uncomfortable feeling because you are pulling your muscles in a way you haven't before. Allow time to get used to the new you.

2. Sit like a Regal Royal. Head straight, shoulders pulled back and your legs crossed at the ankles. Crossing your legs at the knees may look appealing but if you are trying to keep good health, cross at the ankles.

3. Walk like you own the room. Look up, not down and your shoulders should not be slumped over.Even if you are feeling less than confident, standing tall may be the boost you need to feel better about yourself (for those few minutes at least). Making such a small adjustment can reap such high rewards. You may even get " You look like you lost weight!" compliment.

I hope I've inspired you to sit up during this post, even if it were for the quick minute reading. 

So, how do you practice good posture? 

xo
Meems