The Great Stretch

It has been such an annoyance feeling so restricted during the last several weeks. Early last month I had to drive my car as if I was constantly driving in the most intense situation possible. My hands were always at two and ten and as close together as possible. It reminded me of the way I used to hold on to the wheel as a new driver. Reaching for things as well as lifting things has also been quite challenging. There for a while it was hard to reach my back in the shower or get underneath my armpits to shave. As I did you adapt, you get used to the fact that it feels uncomfortable to do these most basic but essential life skills.

Today was a different kind of day! Today, I was able to stretch my arms completely overhead, clasp them behind my back, and to make a complete winding circular motion forwards and backwards. This is FANTASTIC because my breasts are finally starting to feel as if they belong in me. I am no longer afraid how it will feel to reach for that cereal bowl that of course, is all the way on the top shelf or to reach for my alarm clock in the morning. Now, I not only look very natural — I feel almost natural. Every day is exciting because I can do one more thing that I could not the day before.