Guest guest Posted August 9, 2002 Report Share Posted August 9, 2002 e, is 13 months into and yes what a long hard year,but improvement does come.So glad to hear Joe is doing good.I know it has been a bit bumpy lately,but glad everything has worked out. Becki and 4systemic One Year Ago Today makes one year from diagnosis for our daughter and what a year it has been--multiple medications, therapy, injections and more. Not a year I would wish on anyone but for those of you who are newer to this very unwelcome disease let me tell you improvement does happen. It may not be easy to get to but better days do come. I was working on some scrapbook pages for the inlaws Christmas present and noticed how much weight she has lost with the lower doses of Prednisone. In fact (I hope I don't jinx her LOL) she looks great today, good movement, no pain, little swelling. I hope for this to last but know after this past year that I should not expect it. If it happens awesome, if not we'll get through it. And so far she has survived the chicken pox scare. e, mom to joe 15yo poly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 28, 2006 Report Share Posted April 28, 2006 --- Cherie, I am happy for you that you are implant free. I can't wait! My surgery is July 26, 2006. These self-image issues are toughies sometimes, aren't they? I struggle with that also...knowing that when I am implanted, some issues will pop up. I am so ill right now that the thought of how my breasts will look post-op is far off, yet I can understand how it can affect us women. There is so much pressure her in North America to look a certain way. I feel for the youth...so many anorexic girls. Just look in the mirror and say, " when you're one of the beautiful people, you always look good! " It's a fun way that I deal with my low days. Take care and nurture thyself, I LOVE MYSELF JUST THE WAY I AM. Sunny In , " Cherie " <funhome2@...> wrote: > > Today I was remembering exactly one year ago today (which I remember > because of my son's annual retreat), and how AWFUL I felt, and so > discouraged. It was the day I met with one of the elders of my > church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a mess. At the time, > he asked me if there was anything I should tell them - I > thought " Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have breast implants - do > I? Doctors said they definitely are not making me sick. " and I > decided against it. Funny that I even thought of it. I didn't see > an instant miracle following the prayer, but now, when I look back > at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see clearly how far God has > brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one year ago! > > Next area that needs healing is my self image. I don't feel sexy AT > ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the time of explant I > prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband and that my kids > would think I was beautiful, and they all do - thankfully. However, > I didn't think to pray that I would think of myself as beautiful. I > think the same issues with self esteem that caused me to get > implants in the first place keep creeping in on me - little mishapen > breasts right now, along with some sagging 45 year old skin! I have > come a long way with these issues, but sometimes they come back. > Hey, thanks for " listening " ! > > Night, > Cherie > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 28, 2006 Report Share Posted April 28, 2006 Cherie, It's wonderful to look in hindsight and see how far we've come, isn't it? I am so glad you are feeling optimistic about your healing progress. I want to share with you a scripture that has spoken volumes to me in the area that you want to next deal with....self image. I want to encourage you to constantly remember to view yourself as Christ does. It's hard, but I think it will lead to victory in this area. I used to detest my breasts, but God healed me of that. It was through a Beth bible study that I learned the secret several years ago. It's kind of amazing to me that my Bible study group--just today-- watched that same exact video and I heard once again those words from Psalm 45:11. Oh, if we could only fathom in our inner most parts just how much our Lord loves us...that we are sooooo beautiful to Him, because we are His bride...He is waiting for that day to return to us, to bring us to Himself to celebrate a glorious day anew in heaven. Some of my most precious moments in prayer are in worshiping Christ and imagining that day when we will see Him face to face, and He will be King of kings and Lord of lords, and His eyes will be upon us, US...those He died to redeem. He will look upon us with longing and love and joy....it will be the fulfillment of all the longings in our hearts for that perfect, perfect love. Psalm 45 is recognized as a Messianic in nature, so we can easily recognize Christ in it. Verse 11 says, "The King is enthralled by your beauty; honor him for he is your Lord." Cherie, your beauty to Christ has enthralled Him completely. Enthralled in such a way that he can't take His eyes off you....you are His, and He is your Lord. Walk in that truth day by day and let it transform you. Pray to grasp, hold and trust in those words completely. Patty Cherie <funhome2@...> wrote: Today I was remembering exactly one year ago today (which I remember because of my son's annual retreat), and how AWFUL I felt, and so discouraged. It was the day I met with one of the elders of my church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a mess. At the time, he asked me if there was anything I should tell them - I thought "Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have breast implants - do I? Doctors said they definitely are not making me sick." and I decided against it. Funny that I even thought of it. I didn't see an instant miracle following the prayer, but now, when I look back at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see clearly how far God has brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one year ago! Next area that needs healing is my self image. I don't feel sexy AT ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the time of explant I prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband and that my kids would think I was beautiful, and they all do - thankfully. However, I didn't think to pray that I would think of myself as beautiful. I think the same issues with self esteem that caused me to get implants in the first place keep creeping in on me - little mishapen breasts right now, along with some sagging 45 year old skin! I have come a long way with these issues, but sometimes they come back. Hey, thanks for "listening"!Night,CherieOpinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care professional before commencing any medical treatment. "Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a better world." - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace)See our photos website! Enter "implants" for access at this link:http://.shutterfly.com/action/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 28, 2006 Report Share Posted April 28, 2006 Cherie, It's wonderful to look in hindsight and see how far we've come, isn't it? I am so glad you are feeling optimistic about your healing progress. I want to share with you a scripture that has spoken volumes to me in the area that you want to next deal with....self image. I want to encourage you to constantly remember to view yourself as Christ does. It's hard, but I think it will lead to victory in this area. I used to detest my breasts, but God healed me of that. It was through a Beth bible study that I learned the secret several years ago. It's kind of amazing to me that my Bible study group--just today-- watched that same exact video and I heard once again those words from Psalm 45:11. Oh, if we could only fathom in our inner most parts just how much our Lord loves us...that we are sooooo beautiful to Him, because we are His bride...He is waiting for that day to return to us, to bring us to Himself to celebrate a glorious day anew in heaven. Some of my most precious moments in prayer are in worshiping Christ and imagining that day when we will see Him face to face, and He will be King of kings and Lord of lords, and His eyes will be upon us, US...those He died to redeem. He will look upon us with longing and love and joy....it will be the fulfillment of all the longings in our hearts for that perfect, perfect love. Psalm 45 is recognized as a Messianic in nature, so we can easily recognize Christ in it. Verse 11 says, "The King is enthralled by your beauty; honor him for he is your Lord." Cherie, your beauty to Christ has enthralled Him completely. Enthralled in such a way that he can't take His eyes off you....you are His, and He is your Lord. Walk in that truth day by day and let it transform you. Pray to grasp, hold and trust in those words completely. Patty Cherie <funhome2@...> wrote: Today I was remembering exactly one year ago today (which I remember because of my son's annual retreat), and how AWFUL I felt, and so discouraged. It was the day I met with one of the elders of my church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a mess. At the time, he asked me if there was anything I should tell them - I thought "Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have breast implants - do I? Doctors said they definitely are not making me sick." and I decided against it. Funny that I even thought of it. I didn't see an instant miracle following the prayer, but now, when I look back at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see clearly how far God has brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one year ago! Next area that needs healing is my self image. I don't feel sexy AT ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the time of explant I prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband and that my kids would think I was beautiful, and they all do - thankfully. However, I didn't think to pray that I would think of myself as beautiful. I think the same issues with self esteem that caused me to get implants in the first place keep creeping in on me - little mishapen breasts right now, along with some sagging 45 year old skin! I have come a long way with these issues, but sometimes they come back. Hey, thanks for "listening"!Night,Cherie New Messenger with Voice. Call regular phones from your PC and save big. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 28, 2006 Report Share Posted April 28, 2006 > > > > Today I was remembering exactly one year ago today (which I > remember > > because of my son's annual retreat), and how AWFUL I felt, and so > > discouraged. It was the day I met with one of the elders of my > > church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a mess. At the > time, > > he asked me if there was anything I should tell them - I > > thought " Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have breast implants - do > > I? Doctors said they definitely are not making me sick. " and I > > decided against it. Funny that I even thought of it. I didn't see > > an instant miracle following the prayer, but now, when I look back > > at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see clearly how far God has > > brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one year ago! > > > > Next area that needs healing is my self image. I don't feel sexy > AT > > ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the time of explant I > > prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband and that my kids > > would think I was beautiful, and they all do - thankfully. > However, > > I didn't think to pray that I would think of myself as beautiful. > I > > think the same issues with self esteem that caused me to get > > implants in the first place keep creeping in on me - little > mishapen > > breasts right now, along with some sagging 45 year old skin! I > have > > come a long way with these issues, but sometimes they come back. > > Hey, thanks for " listening " ! > > > > Night, > > Cherie > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 29, 2006 Report Share Posted April 29, 2006 Hey Cherie, Your one year ago note brought to mind that in a few weeks, I'll have a one year anniversary of being implanted. I want to do something to mark that day, but I haven't decided what yet. Originally I was going to burn my C cup bra's, but I couldn't stand looking at them and threw them out!! I'm glad that you're feeling better, and how amazing that you feel it when you don't eat organic food. We're the same age, I'm 45, too, and have a birthday coming up in June. When I was younger, I felt self-conscious about having a small chest, but after that I never felt that way (so why the heck did I get implants, I don't know!!). For some odd reason, I view myself as having a much bigger chest than I actually have, and that's how it's been just about all my life - the picture in my head is different than what others might see, but I do not view myself as flawed. Yeah, my butt might be a little on the big side right now (after explant I gained all the 10 lbs that I lost back, plus an additional 5!!), but I can work on that. I love how my small chest looks in clothes, because my style revolved around my small chest, and when I had the implants it upset me that I couldn't wear the types of clothes that had really become my style. With a small chest, I would buy things to accentuated that area - but with the implants, I wanted to take the focus away from that area. The other day I was stuck in traffic, heading for work, and along side of me was a van, transporting a paralyzed person (looked like from the neck down) to a destination. It made me think about how minor the body image issues can be, when here this man can't do all the little things that I take for granted - like walking, and being able to work, and drive myself places, and go to the mall!!! I'm sure he can't even go to the bathroom unassisted. I know you will overcome the self-esteem issues, because you have worked so hard on getting your body well, I think you can do anything if you choose to. Your family sees you as beautiful, and I know with your faith in time you will see yourself as they see you. I am back on the path of loving myself as I am, and that's refreshing because this past year I truly hated myself for getting implants and turning my world upside down. You've patted me on the back for working hard at school and on the job, but I need to pat you on the back for continuing to search for the right combination of habits to regain your health. It took alot of work and discipline. Much love to you! Sis > > Today I was remembering exactly one year ago today (which I remember > because of my son's annual retreat), and how AWFUL I felt, and so > discouraged. It was the day I met with one of the elders of my > church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a mess. At the time, > he asked me if there was anything I should tell them - I > thought " Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have breast implants - do > I? Doctors said they definitely are not making me sick. " and I > decided against it. Funny that I even thought of it. I didn't see > an instant miracle following the prayer, but now, when I look back > at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see clearly how far God has > brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one year ago! > > Next area that needs healing is my self image. I don't feel sexy AT > ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the time of explant I > prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband and that my kids > would think I was beautiful, and they all do - thankfully. However, > I didn't think to pray that I would think of myself as beautiful. I > think the same issues with self esteem that caused me to get > implants in the first place keep creeping in on me - little mishapen > breasts right now, along with some sagging 45 year old skin! I have > come a long way with these issues, but sometimes they come back. > Hey, thanks for " listening " ! > > Night, > Cherie > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 29, 2006 Report Share Posted April 29, 2006 I just love all of your responses - Sis, it seems like you first healed on the self esteem side of the coin, and your health is taking a bit longer. It is strange to think that you were only implanted a year ago and got so sick so quickly. I think I would be okay with my body if I never had to have sex again, but for now, I just hate to be touched!! Patty, Beth is just so full of wisdom, and so are you. I know in my head that God thinks I'm beautiful, but my faith is lacking because I don't have it in my heart yet. It's like I do believe, and in the same breath say, help me with my unbelief! I am daily surrendering this issue to HIm, and just like the physical healing, it may take some time before I learn what he wants me to! Thanks girls, your words help more than you know!! Love, Cherie > > > > Today I was remembering exactly one year ago today (which I > remember > > because of my son's annual retreat), and how AWFUL I felt, and so > > discouraged. It was the day I met with one of the elders of my > > church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a mess. At the > time, > > he asked me if there was anything I should tell them - I > > thought " Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have breast implants - > do > > I? Doctors said they definitely are not making me sick. " and I > > decided against it. Funny that I even thought of it. I didn't see > > an instant miracle following the prayer, but now, when I look back > > at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see clearly how far God has > > brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one year ago! > > > > Next area that needs healing is my self image. I don't feel sexy > AT > > ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the time of explant I > > prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband and that my kids > > would think I was beautiful, and they all do - thankfully. > However, > > I didn't think to pray that I would think of myself as beautiful. > I > > think the same issues with self esteem that caused me to get > > implants in the first place keep creeping in on me - little > mishapen > > breasts right now, along with some sagging 45 year old skin! I > have > > come a long way with these issues, but sometimes they come > back. > > Hey, thanks for " listening " ! > > > > Night, > > Cherie > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 29, 2006 Report Share Posted April 29, 2006 Cherie, it's too funny you said that, because when I was typing this I thought the same thing - I healed quicker on the self-esteem side, and the actual physical healing is what is taking longer. I was more self-conscious with the implants in than I am with them out - also since I only had them for six months, I really didn't get used to them, so going back to my natural shape wasn't a huge shock. Sis > > > > > > Today I was remembering exactly one year ago today (which I > > remember > > > because of my son's annual retreat), and how AWFUL I felt, and > so > > > discouraged. It was the day I met with one of the elders of my > > > church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a mess. At the > > time, > > > he asked me if there was anything I should tell them - I > > > thought " Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have breast implants - > > do > > > I? Doctors said they definitely are not making me sick. " and I > > > decided against it. Funny that I even thought of it. I didn't > see > > > an instant miracle following the prayer, but now, when I look > back > > > at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see clearly how far God > has > > > brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one year ago! > > > > > > Next area that needs healing is my self image. I don't feel > sexy > > AT > > > ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the time of explant I > > > prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband and that my kids > > > would think I was beautiful, and they all do - thankfully. > > However, > > > I didn't think to pray that I would think of myself as > beautiful. > > I > > > think the same issues with self esteem that caused me to get > > > implants in the first place keep creeping in on me - little > > mishapen > > > breasts right now, along with some sagging 45 year old skin! I > > have > > > come a long way with these issues, but sometimes they come > > back. > > > Hey, thanks for " listening " ! > > > > > > Night, > > > Cherie > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 30, 2006 Report Share Posted April 30, 2006 Cherie, Understanding the problem often means the problem is well on it's way to being solved! . . . I have every confidence that you already know that your confidence is coming from deep inside you . . . not from your boobs! . . . YOU, my lady, are going to do great! I have absolutely no doubt whatsoever! Hugs and prayers, Rogene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 1, 2006 Report Share Posted May 1, 2006 Cherie, Thanks so much for sharing that. I posted a few weeks ago about getting into that self-image slump. I, too, feel so much better than I did 6 months ago when I had mine removed. On the other hand, I really struggle with how they appear now. Last night my husband asked me if I was ever happy? I said yes, and that I was really happy with my larger boobs, but unfortunately, they made me sick. I also struggle with the fact that many of my friends with implants are not sick, or at least they aren't yet. I have prayed, too, that I would see myself as God sees me. It is a daily struggle that I have to nail to the cross. My self-esteem is a stronghold that Satan has a field day with. I e-mailed Dr. M today to see if he could fix the lopsidedness (is that a word?). Maybe that would help a little. I feel how I felt before implants about the appearance. I find myself getting mad at all of the money that was spent and in the end, they don't look that good. I tried to explain to my husband the pressure women feel to have an " ideal " body. It's not fair the way aging women look in the media today. We don't have many role models that have aged gracefully without the help of plastic surgeons. What's worse is that after you have one surgery, many want another and then another to achieve " perfection. " I am sorry I am rambling. All of this has been heavy on my heart and reading your post made me feel that I wasn't the only one who struggles with this. I'm praying that I will come to acceptance with my self-esteem issue. I thought I had, but I am not sure. Again, thanks! Ginger > > Today I was remembering exactly one year ago today (which I remember > because of my son's annual retreat), and how AWFUL I felt, and so > discouraged. It was the day I met with one of the elders of my > church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a mess. At the time, > he asked me if there was anything I should tell them - I > thought " Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have breast implants - do > I? Doctors said they definitely are not making me sick. " and I > decided against it. Funny that I even thought of it. I didn't see > an instant miracle following the prayer, but now, when I look back > at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see clearly how far God has > brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one year ago! > > Next area that needs healing is my self image. I don't feel sexy AT > ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the time of explant I > prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband and that my kids > would think I was beautiful, and they all do - thankfully. However, > I didn't think to pray that I would think of myself as beautiful. I > think the same issues with self esteem that caused me to get > implants in the first place keep creeping in on me - little mishapen > breasts right now, along with some sagging 45 year old skin! I have > come a long way with these issues, but sometimes they come back. > Hey, thanks for " listening " ! > > Night, > Cherie > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 1, 2006 Report Share Posted May 1, 2006 Patty, I know you wrote this to Cherie (I just read her post) and I can't tell you how wonderful God's timing is. I have tears as I read your post to her. I want so desperately for God to deliver me from this stronghold in my life. I have taken Beth studies, too, one in particular on strongholds. Maybe I need to reread it again! I is wonderful to see how God delivered you from your issues with your self-esteem. I am praying that I will get over these feelings of ugliness and a sense the my boobs don't look right. Thanks again. Ginger > Today I was remembering exactly one year ago today (which I remember > because of my son's annual retreat), and how AWFUL I felt, and so > discouraged. It was the day I met with one of the elders of my > church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a mess. At the time, > he asked me if there was anything I should tell them - I > thought " Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have breast implants - do > I? Doctors said they definitely are not making me sick. " and I > decided against it. Funny that I even thought of it. I didn't see > an instant miracle following the prayer, but now, when I look back > at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see clearly how far God has > brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one year ago! > > Next area that needs healing is my self image. I don't feel sexy AT > ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the time of explant I > prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband and that my kids > would think I was beautiful, and they all do - thankfully. However, > I didn't think to pray that I would think of myself as beautiful. I > think the same issues with self esteem that caused me to get > implants in the first place keep creeping in on me - little mishapen > breasts right now, along with some sagging 45 year old skin! I have > come a long way with these issues, but sometimes they come back. > Hey, thanks for " listening " ! > > Night, > Cherie > > > > > > > > Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care professional before commencing any medical treatment. > > " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > > See our photos website! Enter " implants " for access at this link: > http://.shutterfly.com/action/ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 3, 2006 Report Share Posted May 3, 2006 Hi Ginger, Oh, God bless you girl! I know that a heart sincerely seeking will not be ignored by God above. He sees your fears, He sees your tears, and He will be tender towards you, and bring you into your Promised Land, where you will live victoriously in Christ! He loves you so.... Pattygingeyo72 <thedford@...> wrote: Patty,I know you wrote this to Cherie (I just read her post) and I can't tell you how wonderful God's timing is. I have tears as I read your post to her. I want so desperately for God to deliver me from this stronghold in my life. I have taken Beth studies, too, one in particular on strongholds. Maybe I need to reread it again! I is wonderful to see how God delivered you from your issues with your self-esteem. I am praying that I will get over these feelings of ugliness and a sense the my boobs don't look right. Thanks again.Ginger>> Cherie,> > It's wonderful to look in hindsight and see how far we've come, isn't it? I am so glad you are feeling optimistic about your healing progress.> > I want to share with you a scripture that has spoken volumes to me in the area that you want to next deal with....self image. I want to encourage you to constantly remember to view yourself as Christ does. It's hard, but I think it will lead to victory in this area. I used to detest my breasts, but God healed me of that.> > It was through a Beth bible study that I learned the secret several years ago. It's kind of amazing to me that my Bible study group--just today-- watched that same exact video and I heard once again those words from Psalm 45:11. > > Oh, if we could only fathom in our inner most parts just how much our Lord loves us...that we are sooooo beautiful to Him, because we are His bride...He is waiting for that day to return to us, to bring us to Himself to celebrate a glorious day anew in heaven. Some of my most precious moments in prayer are in worshiping Christ and imagining that day when we will see Him face to face, and He will be King of kings and Lord of lords, and His eyes will be upon us, US...those He died to redeem. He will look upon us with longing and love and joy....it will be the fulfillment of all the longings in our hearts for that perfect, perfect love.> > Psalm 45 is recognized as a Messianic in nature, so we can easily recognize Christ in it. > > Verse 11 says, "The King is enthralled by your beauty; honor him for he is your Lord."> > Cherie, your beauty to Christ has enthralled Him completely. Enthralled in such a way that he can't take His eyes off you....you are His, and He is your Lord. Walk in that truth day by day and let it transform you.> > Pray to grasp, hold and trust in those words completely.> Patty Blab-away for as little as 1¢/min. Make PC-to-Phone Calls using Messenger with Voice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 3, 2006 Report Share Posted May 3, 2006 Ginger I have been away from the site for a couple days and just saw your note. You are very right. Though I'm not glad you have self esteem issues, it does feel comforting to know that I am not alone. I think we had surgery right around the same time. I'm so glad you are feeling physically better. I'm also glad to hear you understand about daily nailing it to the cross. I don't actually know why we are so hard on ourselves, but I think it has to do with seeing so many women on TV and magazines that look so " perfect " . When I think about it rationally, I know that it doesn't make them happy. Thanks Ginger, and when those feelings come back, please write again!! Cherie > > Cherie, > Thanks so much for sharing that. I posted a few weeks ago about > getting into that self-image slump. I, too, feel so much better > than I did 6 months ago when I had mine removed. On the other hand, > I really struggle with how they appear now. Last night my husband > asked me if I was ever happy? I said yes, and that I was really > happy with my larger boobs, but unfortunately, they made me sick. I > also struggle with the fact that many of my friends with implants > are not sick, or at least they aren't yet. > > I have prayed, too, that I would see myself as God sees me. It is a > daily struggle that I have to nail to the cross. My self-esteem is > a stronghold that Satan has a field day with. > > I e-mailed Dr. M today to see if he could fix the lopsidedness (is > that a word?). Maybe that would help a little. I feel how I felt > before implants about the appearance. I find myself getting mad at > all of the money that was spent and in the end, they don't look that > good. I tried to explain to my husband the pressure women feel to > have an " ideal " body. It's not fair the way aging women look in the > media today. We don't have many role models that have aged > gracefully without the help of plastic surgeons. What's worse is > that after you have one surgery, many want another and then another > to achieve " perfection. " > > I am sorry I am rambling. All of this has been heavy on my heart > and reading your post made me feel that I wasn't the only one who > struggles with this. I'm praying that I will come to acceptance > with my self-esteem issue. I thought I had, but I am not sure. > > Again, thanks! > Ginger > > > > > > Today I was remembering exactly one year ago today (which I > remember > > because of my son's annual retreat), and how AWFUL I felt, and so > > discouraged. It was the day I met with one of the elders of my > > church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a mess. At the > time, > > he asked me if there was anything I should tell them - I > > thought " Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have breast implants - > do > > I? Doctors said they definitely are not making me sick. " and I > > decided against it. Funny that I even thought of it. I didn't see > > an instant miracle following the prayer, but now, when I look back > > at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see clearly how far God has > > brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one year ago! > > > > Next area that needs healing is my self image. I don't feel sexy > AT > > ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the time of explant I > > prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband and that my kids > > would think I was beautiful, and they all do - thankfully. > However, > > I didn't think to pray that I would think of myself as beautiful. > I > > think the same issues with self esteem that caused me to get > > implants in the first place keep creeping in on me - little > mishapen > > breasts right now, along with some sagging 45 year old skin! I > have > > come a long way with these issues, but sometimes they come > back. > > Hey, thanks for " listening " ! > > > > Night, > > Cherie > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 3, 2006 Report Share Posted May 3, 2006 Ginger - was that the " Breaking Free " study? That one changed my life a few years ago. Cherie > > Today I was remembering exactly one year ago today (which I > remember > > because of my son's annual retreat), and how AWFUL I felt, and so > > discouraged. It was the day I met with one of the elders of my > > church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a mess. At the > time, > > he asked me if there was anything I should tell them - I > > thought " Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have breast implants - > do > > I? Doctors said they definitely are not making me sick. " and I > > decided against it. Funny that I even thought of it. I didn't see > > an instant miracle following the prayer, but now, when I look back > > at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see clearly how far God has > > brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one year ago! > > > > Next area that needs healing is my self image. I don't feel sexy > AT > > ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the time of explant I > > prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband and that my kids > > would think I was beautiful, and they all do - thankfully. > However, > > I didn't think to pray that I would think of myself as beautiful. > I > > think the same issues with self esteem that caused me to get > > implants in the first place keep creeping in on me - little > mishapen > > breasts right now, along with some sagging 45 year old skin! I > have > > come a long way with these issues, but sometimes they come > back. > > Hey, thanks for " listening " ! > > > > Night, > > Cherie > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given > by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or > licensed health care professional before commencing any medical > treatment. > > > > " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians > mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own > decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a > better world. " - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, > Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > > > > See our photos website! Enter " implants " for access at this link: > > http://.shutterfly.com/action/ > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 3, 2006 Report Share Posted May 3, 2006 Cherie, The women you see in the media don't really look the way they appear in the media . . . They use a huge number of tricks - makeup, camera angles, air brushing, digital film manipulation, camera filters, body doubles, plastic surgery, etc. . . It think that's where so many American women get off track . . . Comparing ourselves to something that's not real to begin with! . . . Impossible to achieve that type of perfection! I saw one star pass through the airport looking just like her film image . . . In person, she looked like she was wearing a plastic mask! Sooooooo much makeup! A big put-off to me! Hugs, Rogene --- Cherie <funhome2@...> wrote: > Ginger > I have been away from the site for a couple days and > just saw your > note. You are very right. Though I'm not glad you > have self esteem > issues, it does feel comforting to know that I am > not alone. I > think we had surgery right around the same time. > I'm so glad you > are feeling physically better. I'm also glad to > hear you understand > about daily nailing it to the cross. I don't > actually know why we > are so hard on ourselves, but I think it has to do > with seeing so > many women on TV and magazines that look so > " perfect " . When I think > about it rationally, I know that it doesn't make > them happy. Thanks > Ginger, and when those feelings come back, please > write again!! > Cherie > > > > > Cherie, > > Thanks so much for sharing that. I posted a few > weeks ago about > > getting into that self-image slump. I, too, feel > so much better > > than I did 6 months ago when I had mine removed. > On the other > hand, > > I really struggle with how they appear now. Last > night my husband > > asked me if I was ever happy? I said yes, and > that I was really > > happy with my larger boobs, but unfortunately, > they made me sick. > I > > also struggle with the fact that many of my > friends with implants > > are not sick, or at least they aren't yet. > > > > I have prayed, too, that I would see myself as God > sees me. It is > a > > daily struggle that I have to nail to the cross. > My self-esteem > is > > a stronghold that Satan has a field day with. > > > > I e-mailed Dr. M today to see if he could fix the > lopsidedness (is > > that a word?). Maybe that would help a little. I > feel how I felt > > before implants about the appearance. I find > myself getting mad > at > > all of the money that was spent and in the end, > they don't look > that > > good. I tried to explain to my husband the > pressure women feel to > > have an " ideal " body. It's not fair the way aging > women look in > the > > media today. We don't have many role models that > have aged > > gracefully without the help of plastic surgeons. > What's worse is > > that after you have one surgery, many want another > and then > another > > to achieve " perfection. " > > > > I am sorry I am rambling. All of this has been > heavy on my heart > > and reading your post made me feel that I wasn't > the only one who > > struggles with this. I'm praying that I will come > to acceptance > > with my self-esteem issue. I thought I had, but I > am not sure. > > > > Again, thanks! > > Ginger > > > > > > > > > > Today I was remembering exactly one year ago > today (which I > > remember > > > because of my son's annual retreat), and how > AWFUL I felt, and > so > > > discouraged. It was the day I met with one of > the elders of my > > > church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a > mess. At the > > time, > > > he asked me if there was anything I should tell > them - I > > > thought " Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have > breast implants - > > do > > > I? Doctors said they definitely are not making > me sick. " and I > > > decided against it. Funny that I even thought > of it. I didn't > see > > > an instant miracle following the prayer, but > now, when I look > back > > > at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see > clearly how far God > has > > > brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one > year ago! > > > > > > Next area that needs healing is my self image. > I don't feel > sexy > > AT > > > ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the > time of explant I > > > prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband > and that my kids > > > would think I was beautiful, and they all do - > thankfully. > > However, > > > I didn't think to pray that I would think of > myself as > beautiful. > > I > > > think the same issues with self esteem that > caused me to get > > > implants in the first place keep creeping in on > me - little > > mishapen > > > breasts right now, along with some sagging 45 > year old skin! I > > have > > > come a long way with these issues, but sometimes > they come > > back. > > > Hey, thanks for " listening " ! > > > > > > Night, > > > Cherie > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 3, 2006 Report Share Posted May 3, 2006 In the 1970s, I was the medical consultant for a popular soap opera. The actors surely do not look glamorous or perfect prior to their make-up ..... Also, I once worked in a NYC hospital that has a floor with rooms reserved for celebrities. I treated many very famous celebrities. For example, I gave Sinatra an enema. Know what? His a hole was just like everyone else's. It's smoke and mirrors and MARKETING - a $ gazillion industry. Sherry Re: Re: One year ago Cherie,The women you see in the media don't really look theway they appear in the media . . . They use a hugenumber of tricks - makeup, camera angles, airbrushing, digital film manipulation, camera filters,body doubles, plastic surgery, etc. . . It think that's where so many American women get offtrack . . . Comparing ourselves to something that'snot real to begin with! . . . Impossible to achievethat type of perfection!I saw one star pass through the airport looking justlike her film image . . . In person, she looked likeshe was wearing a plastic mask! Sooooooo much makeup!A big put-off to me!Hugs,Rogene--- Cherie <funhome2@...> wrote:> Ginger> I have been away from the site for a couple days and> just saw your > note. You are very right. Though I'm not glad you> have self esteem > issues, it does feel comforting to know that I am> not alone. I > think we had surgery right around the same time. > I'm so glad you > are feeling physically better. I'm also glad to> hear you understand > about daily nailing it to the cross. I don't> actually know why we > are so hard on ourselves, but I think it has to do> with seeing so > many women on TV and magazines that look so> "perfect". When I think > about it rationally, I know that it doesn't make> them happy. Thanks > Ginger, and when those feelings come back, please> write again!!> Cherie> > > > > Cherie,> > Thanks so much for sharing that. I posted a few> weeks ago about > > getting into that self-image slump. I, too, feel> so much better > > than I did 6 months ago when I had mine removed. > On the other > hand, > > I really struggle with how they appear now. Last> night my husband > > asked me if I was ever happy? I said yes, and> that I was really > > happy with my larger boobs, but unfortunately,> they made me sick. > I > > also struggle with the fact that many of my> friends with implants > > are not sick, or at least they aren't yet. > > > > I have prayed, too, that I would see myself as God> sees me. It is > a > > daily struggle that I have to nail to the cross. > My self-esteem > is > > a stronghold that Satan has a field day with.> > > > I e-mailed Dr. M today to see if he could fix the> lopsidedness (is > > that a word?). Maybe that would help a little. I> feel how I felt > > before implants about the appearance. I find> myself getting mad > at > > all of the money that was spent and in the end,> they don't look > that > > good. I tried to explain to my husband the> pressure women feel to > > have an "ideal" body. It's not fair the way aging> women look in > the > > media today. We don't have many role models that> have aged > > gracefully without the help of plastic surgeons. > What's worse is > > that after you have one surgery, many want another> and then > another > > to achieve "perfection."> > > > I am sorry I am rambling. All of this has been> heavy on my heart > > and reading your post made me feel that I wasn't> the only one who > > struggles with this. I'm praying that I will come> to acceptance > > with my self-esteem issue. I thought I had, but I> am not sure.> > > > Again, thanks!> > Ginger> > > > > > >> > > Today I was remembering exactly one year ago> today (which I > > remember > > > because of my son's annual retreat), and how> AWFUL I felt, and > so > > > discouraged. It was the day I met with one of> the elders of my > > > church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a> mess. At the > > time, > > > he asked me if there was anything I should tell> them - I > > > thought "Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have> breast implants - > > do > > > I? Doctors said they definitely are not making> me sick." and I > > > decided against it. Funny that I even thought> of it. I didn't > see > > > an instant miracle following the prayer, but> now, when I look > back > > > at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see> clearly how far God > has > > > brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one> year ago! > > > > > > Next area that needs healing is my self image. > I don't feel > sexy > > AT > > > ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the> time of explant I > > > prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband> and that my kids > > > would think I was beautiful, and they all do -> thankfully. > > However, > > > I didn't think to pray that I would think of> myself as > beautiful. > > I > > > think the same issues with self esteem that> caused me to get > > > implants in the first place keep creeping in on> me - little > > mishapen > > > breasts right now, along with some sagging 45> year old skin! I > > have > > > come a long way with these issues, but sometimes> they come > > back. > > > Hey, thanks for "listening"!> > > > > > Night,> > > Cherie> > >> >> > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 3, 2006 Report Share Posted May 3, 2006 ROTFLMSAO! . . . --- _00_ <5678@...> wrote: > In the 1970s, I was the medical consultant for a > popular soap opera. The actors surely do not look > glamorous or perfect prior to their make-up ..... > > Also, I once worked in a NYC hospital that has a > floor with rooms reserved for celebrities. I treated > many very famous celebrities. For example, I gave > Sinatra an enema. Know what? His a hole was > just like everyone else's. > > It's smoke and mirrors and MARKETING - a $ gazillion > industry. > Sherry > Re: Re: One year ago > > > Cherie, > > The women you see in the media don't really look > the > way they appear in the media . . . They use a huge > number of tricks - makeup, camera angles, air > brushing, digital film manipulation, camera > filters, > body doubles, plastic surgery, etc. . . > > It think that's where so many American women get > off > track . . . Comparing ourselves to something > that's > not real to begin with! . . . Impossible to > achieve > that type of perfection! > > I saw one star pass through the airport looking > just > like her film image . . . In person, she looked > like > she was wearing a plastic mask! Sooooooo much > makeup! > A big put-off to me! > > Hugs, > > Rogene > > > --- Cherie <funhome2@...> wrote: > > > Ginger > > I have been away from the site for a couple days > and > > just saw your > > note. You are very right. Though I'm not glad > you > > have self esteem > > issues, it does feel comforting to know that I > am > > not alone. I > > think we had surgery right around the same time. > > > I'm so glad you > > are feeling physically better. I'm also glad to > > hear you understand > > about daily nailing it to the cross. I don't > > actually know why we > > are so hard on ourselves, but I think it has to > do > > with seeing so > > many women on TV and magazines that look so > > " perfect " . When I think > > about it rationally, I know that it doesn't make > > them happy. Thanks > > Ginger, and when those feelings come back, > please > > write again!! > > Cherie > > > > > > > > Cherie, > > > Thanks so much for sharing that. I posted a > few > > weeks ago about > > > getting into that self-image slump. I, too, > feel > > so much better > > > than I did 6 months ago when I had mine > removed. > > On the other > > hand, > > > I really struggle with how they appear now. > Last > > night my husband > > > asked me if I was ever happy? I said yes, and > > that I was really > > > happy with my larger boobs, but unfortunately, > > they made me sick. > > I > > > also struggle with the fact that many of my > > friends with implants > > > are not sick, or at least they aren't yet. > > > > > > I have prayed, too, that I would see myself as > God > > sees me. It is > > a > > > daily struggle that I have to nail to the > cross. > > My self-esteem > > is > > > a stronghold that Satan has a field day with. > > > > > > I e-mailed Dr. M today to see if he could fix > the > > lopsidedness (is > > > that a word?). Maybe that would help a > little. I > > feel how I felt > > > before implants about the appearance. I find > > myself getting mad > > at > > > all of the money that was spent and in the > end, > > they don't look > > that > > > good. I tried to explain to my husband the > > pressure women feel to > > > have an " ideal " body. It's not fair the way > aging > > women look in > > the > > > media today. We don't have many role models > that > > have aged > > > gracefully without the help of plastic > surgeons. > > What's worse is > > > that after you have one surgery, many want > another > > and then > > another > > > to achieve " perfection. " > > > > > > I am sorry I am rambling. All of this has > been > > heavy on my heart > > > and reading your post made me feel that I > wasn't > > the only one who > > > struggles with this. I'm praying that I will > come > > to acceptance > > > with my self-esteem issue. I thought I had, > but I > > am not sure. > > > > > > Again, thanks! > > > Ginger > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Today I was remembering exactly one year ago > > today (which I > > > remember > > > > because of my son's annual retreat), and how > > AWFUL I felt, and > > so > > > > discouraged. It was the day I met with one > of > > the elders of my > > > > church to discuss a prayer for healing. I > was a > > mess. At the > > > time, > > > > he asked me if there was anything I should > tell > > them - I > > > > thought " Hmm, I don't need to tell them I > have > > breast implants - > > > do > > > > I? Doctors said they definitely are not > making > > me sick. " and I > > > > decided against it. Funny that I even > thought > > of it. I didn't > > see > > > > an instant miracle following the prayer, but > > now, when I look > > back > === message truncated === Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2006 Report Share Posted May 4, 2006 Sherry, How funny is that!!!??? Now that's a claim to fame that not many people share, giving Sinatra an enema!! Hee hee Sis > > > > > > Cherie, > > > Thanks so much for sharing that. I posted a few > > weeks ago about > > > getting into that self-image slump. I, too, feel > > so much better > > > than I did 6 months ago when I had mine removed. > > On the other > > hand, > > > I really struggle with how they appear now. Last > > night my husband > > > asked me if I was ever happy? I said yes, and > > that I was really > > > happy with my larger boobs, but unfortunately, > > they made me sick. > > I > > > also struggle with the fact that many of my > > friends with implants > > > are not sick, or at least they aren't yet. > > > > > > I have prayed, too, that I would see myself as God > > sees me. It is > > a > > > daily struggle that I have to nail to the cross. > > My self-esteem > > is > > > a stronghold that Satan has a field day with. > > > > > > I e-mailed Dr. M today to see if he could fix the > > lopsidedness (is > > > that a word?). Maybe that would help a little. I > > feel how I felt > > > before implants about the appearance. I find > > myself getting mad > > at > > > all of the money that was spent and in the end, > > they don't look > > that > > > good. I tried to explain to my husband the > > pressure women feel to > > > have an " ideal " body. It's not fair the way aging > > women look in > > the > > > media today. We don't have many role models that > > have aged > > > gracefully without the help of plastic surgeons. > > What's worse is > > > that after you have one surgery, many want another > > and then > > another > > > to achieve " perfection. " > > > > > > I am sorry I am rambling. All of this has been > > heavy on my heart > > > and reading your post made me feel that I wasn't > > the only one who > > > struggles with this. I'm praying that I will come > > to acceptance > > > with my self-esteem issue. I thought I had, but I > > am not sure. > > > > > > Again, thanks! > > > Ginger > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Today I was remembering exactly one year ago > > today (which I > > > remember > > > > because of my son's annual retreat), and how > > AWFUL I felt, and > > so > > > > discouraged. It was the day I met with one of > > the elders of my > > > > church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a > > mess. At the > > > time, > > > > he asked me if there was anything I should tell > > them - I > > > > thought " Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have > > breast implants - > > > do > > > > I? Doctors said they definitely are not making > > me sick. " and I > > > > decided against it. Funny that I even thought > > of it. I didn't > > see > > > > an instant miracle following the prayer, but > > now, when I look > > back > > > > at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see > > clearly how far God > > has > > > > brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one > > year ago! > > > > > > > > Next area that needs healing is my self image. > > I don't feel > > sexy > > > AT > > > > ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the > > time of explant I > > > > prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband > > and that my kids > > > > would think I was beautiful, and they all do - > > thankfully. > > > However, > > > > I didn't think to pray that I would think of > > myself as > > beautiful. > > > I > > > > think the same issues with self esteem that > > caused me to get > > > > implants in the first place keep creeping in on > > me - little > > > mishapen > > > > breasts right now, along with some sagging 45 > > year old skin! I > > > have > > > > come a long way with these issues, but sometimes > > they come > > > back. > > > > Hey, thanks for " listening " ! > > > > > > > > Night, > > > > Cherie > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice given by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or licensed health care professional before commencing any medical treatment. > > " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a better world. " - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > > See our photos website! Enter " implants " for access at this link: > http://.shutterfly.com/action/ > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2006 Report Share Posted May 4, 2006 Sinatra an Enema was funny thanks for the laugh I needed one. Donna Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2006 Report Share Posted May 4, 2006 Yes, it was. I don't think I realized what a stronghold was until after I took that study. And during the study, Satan attacked me from all directions. He truly wants to destroy our lives. When I figured out it was my implants that were making me sick, I was doing " Believing God. " It helped prepare me for my journey with implants. Thanks for you response letter. Anytime you have a down moment, please write, too. Hopefully, we can encourage each other and lift each other up. Have a great day! Ginger > > > Today I was remembering exactly one year ago today (which I > > remember > > > because of my son's annual retreat), and how AWFUL I felt, and > so > > > discouraged. It was the day I met with one of the elders of my > > > church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a mess. At the > > time, > > > he asked me if there was anything I should tell them - I > > > thought " Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have breast implants - > > do > > > I? Doctors said they definitely are not making me sick. " and I > > > decided against it. Funny that I even thought of it. I didn't > see > > > an instant miracle following the prayer, but now, when I look > back > > > at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see clearly how far God > has > > > brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one year ago! > > > > > > Next area that needs healing is my self image. I don't feel > sexy > > AT > > > ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the time of explant I > > > prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband and that my kids > > > would think I was beautiful, and they all do - thankfully. > > However, > > > I didn't think to pray that I would think of myself as > beautiful. > > I > > > think the same issues with self esteem that caused me to get > > > implants in the first place keep creeping in on me - little > > mishapen > > > breasts right now, along with some sagging 45 year old skin! I > > have > > > come a long way with these issues, but sometimes they come > > back. > > > Hey, thanks for " listening " ! > > > > > > Night, > > > Cherie > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice > given > > by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or > > licensed health care professional before commencing any medical > > treatment. > > > > > > " Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians > > mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own > > decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a > > better world. " - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, > > Chemistry; 1963, Peace) > > > > > > See our photos website! Enter " implants " for access at this link: > > > http://.shutterfly.com/action/ > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2006 Report Share Posted May 4, 2006 Patty, It is getting better. God sure does honor prayer. Each day is a new day that God truly wants to deliver all of us from our self- esteem issues. This website is such a ministry. Thanks, Patty. And you, too, Rogene, if you are reading this. It is nice to have people understand the ups and downs of implant removal. Ginger > > > > Cherie, > > > > It's wonderful to look in hindsight and see how far we've come, > isn't it? I am so glad you are feeling optimistic about your > healing progress. > > > > I want to share with you a scripture that has spoken volumes to > me in the area that you want to next deal with....self image. I > want to encourage you to constantly remember to view yourself as > Christ does. It's hard, but I think it will lead to victory in this > area. I used to detest my breasts, but God healed me of that. > > > > It was through a Beth bible study that I learned the > secret several years ago. It's kind of amazing to me that my Bible > study group--just today-- watched that same exact video and I heard > once again those words from Psalm 45:11. > > > > Oh, if we could only fathom in our inner most parts just how > much our Lord loves us...that we are sooooo beautiful to Him, > because we are His bride...He is waiting for that day to return to > us, to bring us to Himself to celebrate a glorious day anew in > heaven. Some of my most precious moments in prayer are in > worshiping Christ and imagining that day when we will see Him face > to face, and He will be King of kings and Lord of lords, and His > eyes will be upon us, US...those He died to redeem. He will look > upon us with longing and love and joy....it will be the fulfillment > of all the longings in our hearts for that perfect, perfect love. > > > > Psalm 45 is recognized as a Messianic in nature, so we can > easily recognize Christ in it. > > > > Verse 11 says, " The King is enthralled by your beauty; honor him > for he is your Lord. " > > > > Cherie, your beauty to Christ has enthralled Him completely. > Enthralled in such a way that he can't take His eyes off you....you > are His, and He is your Lord. Walk in that truth day by day and let > it transform you. > > > > Pray to grasp, hold and trust in those words completely. > > Patty > > > --------------------------------- > Blab-away for as little as 1¢/min. Make PC-to-Phone Calls using Messenger with Voice. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 4, 2006 Report Share Posted May 4, 2006 I started "The Battlefield of the Mind" by Joyce Meyer before I realized it was my implants. That study really helped me with the self-esteem issues that I was going to be facing. God knew I was going to need the tools to fight off Satan. As soon as the realization came that I needed an explant, Satan hit me hard about my body and how small I was going to be. As time went on and I fought him off, I notices he is loosing his strength. I am feeling better and better about my appearance. I am so glad I choose to take that study at church. gingeyo72 <thedford@...> wrote: Yes, it was. I don't think I realized what a stronghold was until after I took that study. And during the study, Satan attacked me from all directions. He truly wants to destroy our lives.When I figured out it was my implants that were making me sick, I was doing "Believing God." It helped prepare me for my journey with implants.Thanks for you response letter. Anytime you have a down moment, please write, too. Hopefully, we can encourage each other and lift each other up.Have a great day!Ginger> > > Today I was remembering exactly one year ago today (which I > > remember > > > because of my son's annual retreat), and how AWFUL I felt, and > so > > > discouraged. It was the day I met with one of the elders of my > > > church to discuss a prayer for healing. I was a mess. At the > > time, > > > he asked me if there was anything I should tell them - I > > > thought "Hmm, I don't need to tell them I have breast implants - > > do > > > I? Doctors said they definitely are not making me sick." and I > > > decided against it. Funny that I even thought of it. I didn't > see > > > an instant miracle following the prayer, but now, when I look > back > > > at exactly a year ago, I am amazed to see clearly how far God > has > > > brought me. I feel soooo good compared to one year ago! > > > > > > Next area that needs healing is my self image. I don't feel > sexy > > AT > > > ALL (my poor husband). I remember around the time of explant I > > > prayed that I would be beautiful to my husband and that my kids > > > would think I was beautiful, and they all do - thankfully. > > However, > > > I didn't think to pray that I would think of myself as > beautiful. > > I > > > think the same issues with self esteem that caused me to get > > > implants in the first place keep creeping in on me - little > > mishapen > > > breasts right now, along with some sagging 45 year old skin! I > > have > > > come a long way with these issues, but sometimes they come > > back. > > > Hey, thanks for "listening"!> > > > > > Night,> > > Cherie> > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Opinions expressed are NOT meant to take the place of advice > given > > by licensed health care professionals. Consult your physician or > > licensed health care professional before commencing any medical > > treatment. > > > > > > "Do not let either the medical authorities or the politicians > > mislead you. Find out what the facts are, and make your own > > decisions about how to live a happy life and how to work for a > > better world." - Linus ing, two-time Nobel Prize Winner (1954, > > Chemistry; 1963, Peace)> > > > > > See our photos website! Enter "implants" for access at this link:> > > http://.shutterfly.com/action/> > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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