The Ugly Truth by fiveplustwo

The Ugly Truth

There's so much about this I wish I could photoshop out.

The bags under my eyes from being off and on sick for nearly 4 months now.
The layers of fat around my once toned and killer abs.
The wrinkles, the blemishes...but who am I kidding. Mostly the fat.

I know the reasons, I know what I shouldn't feel about myself. But hey, if we're talking ugly truth? I'm ashamed that I went from my best healthy body yet back to the too many pounds, too much unhealthiness, still feeling like I need to suck in, people asking me if I'm pregnant body.

That, my loves...that is the ugly truth.

There it is.
Hey, don't be so hard on yourself! Illness can wreak havoc on your whole system. I know from experience! I think you're beautiful! Bless you! :)
February 21st, 2016  
Its not half as ugly if I did the same thing! Your skin is still smooth, the bags under your eyes are only in the morning and you have great courage!
February 21st, 2016  
This is great Amy! Funny, because you see your 'ugliness' while all I see is the youth, the toned arms, the nice belly (I'm not partial to six packs, I like abs that are a little softer)... You should see yourself through my eyes!
February 21st, 2016  
welcome back Amy!!!, I am so glad that your container is still in such good nick, all things considered...!! be kind to you, I know you will be determined to get better in every way that counts... xxxx
February 21st, 2016  
I see no ugliness here. I see gutsiness, strength and beauty. Be kind to yourself. You are, indeed we all are, so much more than just flesh and bone.
February 21st, 2016  
Outstandingly brave I think - and this, to me anyway, is all about those perceptions we have of ourselves...the ones that screw us up on a daily basis.
February 21st, 2016  
It's impressive to me!
February 21st, 2016  
It's how we see ourselves, we're our worst enemies, very honest portrait Amy!
February 21st, 2016  
Amy
@juliedduncan it REALLY has, it's crazy! I'm trying so hard to just put my nose to the grindstone and get back. 😊 thank you
February 21st, 2016  
Amy
@maggiemae thank you Maggie :)
February 21st, 2016  
Amy
@kerosene on the insecure days, I do wish I could change my perspective! Absolutely. Thank you
February 21st, 2016  
Amy
@kali66 @pixelchix @graemestevens @taffy @overalvandaan
Yes! It is absolutely perceptions of ourselves. It's crazy how ugly my head gets sometimes. Thank you all so much
February 21st, 2016  
@amylee0143 Amy. You're awesome. I'm glad you're back!
March 2nd, 2016  
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