Mirror, Mirror

So, I had a homework assignment this week.  I was to spend a little time really looking at myself in the mirror. I did it naked, just to get the full effect.   I wanted to look at all of myself and not just chunks (face, body, etc).  Here is what I learned.

First of all, I really look like my father.  I have seen it in pictures, but never in the mirror.  People have said I am the spitting image, and by looking at myself, I think I am.  I can see some of my mother there, but mainly dad.  It isn't just in the face, but it is my body shape and the way I carry myself too.  I don't think I would have ever noticed that if I had not done this.

I have lots of scars from past surgeries and youth.  This doesn't bother me at all.  I feel like I have earned every one of those scars.  Since it had been a while since I have had a surgery or been youthful, the scars are all light in color and flat against my body.  I remember when they were new and red and raised.  I was terrified that they would never go away.  I have two areas on my face that are lighter in color due to a fall in February 2011.  Those are the only two that kind of bother me, but then again, those are the newest scars.

I have a belly.  Every since I had my hysterectomy in 2006, I have had a bit of a belly.  I have been trying very hard to flatten that bump.  I ain't gonna go!  No matter what weight I am at, I still got the little bump.  Sources (my doctor) say it is due to the scar tissue from the surgery.  I now am trying to just love the damn thing!  I will keep you posted on the love fest.

There is more, but I thought I would only speak of the top three.  I am really glad it spent some time in front of the mirror and encourage each of you to do so as well.  Tell me what you liked best.  Tell me what you learned.