January 3/ 2022

Happy New Year! This year will be bringing exciting changes to AC Massage. From online sales of compression garments and CBD to a new body contouring service.  I will also be documenting my journey back into the world of cosmetic surgery.  I will be having two procedures done in February in Houston, TX.  I hope that by sharing my journey, those who are considering a cosmetic procedure will be able to make a more informed decision.  

1/30/22

Surgery date is scheduled for mid-March with Dr. Kristi Hustak in Houston.  The nerves are starting to kick in.  My advice for anyone considering cosmetic surgery is do plenty of research. Learn the risks and benefits of the procedure, presurgical recommendations, recovery time, after care including supplies, compression garments, and massage.  Look at many surgeons and then narrow it down to a few top choices to schedule a consultation with.  Look at plenty of before and after pictures. Join a surgery group for support and information.  Please be aware that there is a long recovery time with surgeries such as tummy tucks and lipo. Swelling can last up to a year or more and it may take a few months or longer to get all of the feeling back in the area.  Please email me with any questions you may have at angelscrosssing@runbox.com.

2/12/22- Pre-op appointment coming up the first week in March. Nervous and excited.

7/17/22-  I did it!  May 17 was surgery day.  Surgery went well.  Not going to lie, the first few weeks of recovery were full of challenges. This surgery is no joke. My best advise is to take a few months before surgery to get in the best health possible no matter what your age!  Exercise and eat as healthy as possible. No smoking, vaping, or alcohol.  Lymphatic massages before surgery are helpful as well to boost the immune system and help speed recovery.  I will tell you from personal experience, lymphatic massage daily are so very helpful for pain and swelling. I also recommend Juven, which helped speed my internal recovery, as well as healing for a issue with my incision. 16 pounds removed with surgery. Down 2 pants sizes so far at 8 1/2 week post-op and doing well!