Lasik, a.k.a. Laser Eyes

11.15.2013

Lasik Surgery. Something I have wanted for years and years and, perfectly enough, the man I married wanted the exact same thing. Over the last couple years we have talked about how awesome it will be when we can save up enough money to get the surgery done. Well, not perfectly enough, I am still sitting here with contacts and Adam can see nearly perfect thanks to our trip to Davis Vision. That's right... Adam got Lasik two weeks ago and I am still just the bum with poor vision. The procedure was totally crazy... and I can sincerely and honestly say that because I WATCHED. I watched them go and cut into Adam's eyes and then laser his vision right up. 

So. For those of you that don't know how Lasik works, let me tell you. They go in, slice the top portion of your open and fold it back, do their laser job, and then fold it back over to heal... but that is only if you have good eye shape and staff. For Adam they did a special procedure where they scraped the top layer of his eyeball OFF. That is right my friends, I said off. So with my jaw dropped, I watch on a tiny TV screen as they pulled his eye open, put a medal ring on his eye, dropped some magic drops in the ring, and after the layer had become loose, they scraped off the top layer. Then they dried it off, pulled out the laser to do it's job, and moved to the next eye. Fast, huh!? He was only in surgery for 5 minutes tops. Don't worry. They numbed his eyes before he went in - so he didn't feel a thing. But my mouth was probably sitting on the floor as I stood watching the TV.



Adam has his good days and his bad days. Sometimes he gets a glare at night, but his vision should be perfect in about 2 months. For normal Lasik, your vision will be perfect the next day! Adam can already tell a huge difference. The other day in church he leaned over and said," I can see all the hymn numbers!" Which was a huge deal since we were in the last row of the overflow. Oh another thing. Adam has chronic dry eyes... and they fixed that too! So apparently your eye has two drains for tears in your eye, and Adam's were draining too much water. So they put a silicon plug in his bottom drain. Who know they could even do that!? And now Adam cries all the time. Just kidding. He doesn't. But you can tell his eyes aren't as red lately. I was so impressed with Davis Vision. If there is anyone in Utah wanting to get their eyes fixed up I would 100% reccomend them. Dr. Davis has done over 27,000 Lasik surgeries... say what!? That is a lot. So now I am just waiting until I am done having kids (waiting because I heard pregnancy can change your vision) so I can get my eyes fixed! I've already been waiting long enough.. I got glasses in 2nd grade and contacts in 5th grade - so it shouldn't be bad waiting a few years longer, right? Except I am super jelly of Adam's perfect vision. Do you wear contacts or glasses? Would you ever want to get Lasik?

Fashion Fits Everyone || Volume 12

11.14.2013

Today I have Brandi from Run Style Run
A happy lady from Idaho striving to be grateful for the 
small things in life and live every moment for what it's worth. 

I am so excited to be guest blogging here on Love, The Skinnies. I love this series "fashion fits everyone." Society makes us all believe that you're only fashionable if you are 6 feet tall and a size 0. But in reality, most of us fit in the average category. Doesn't mean we can't be fashionable which is why I love blogging so much. You meet real women in real sizes who have their own style! I find so much inspiration through blogs and instagram photos of real life women who I can relate to and I love it much more than a runway show.

I have always been a shopping lover all growing up. I love buying a new pair of shoes or the first time I get to wear a new top. I of course, live on a small budget so a handful of years ago I started rummaging through thrift store racks. I started discovering items that cost an insane amount retail price, people complimenting items that I had spent $2-$5 on, and I found myself competely hooked! Now 80% of my wardrobe is second hand. Not only do I love that I am recycling but a lot of thrift stores give back to the community in some way. I donate and buy which makes me feel like I'm helping the world in a small way. If you've never thrifted before or think you never find anything. Try again. Have pacience, have a list of items you may want to look for. It is totally fun, like treasures hunting, and so worth it!

As for finding what works for my body type, I feel like it's a constant learning experience. Sometimes I have worn things and later wondered what I was thinking. I have found a pattern in things that I don't get tired of. That would be a white tee, jeans, and leather boots/shoes. I have worn and loved these items for years. I never regret buying them. They can be worn over and over and half the time no one would notice. You can switch them up by wearing a sweater, jacket, or fun accessories like a scarf or layering necklaces. A trend that has never changed. Really... NEVER changed. I love that.

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If I were to define my style I would definitely say it is more eclectic than anything. It can range from boho to preppy, grunge to simple simple. Currently I am crushing on oversized tees, maxi skirts, beanies and wool hats, fun boho tops, ankle boots, large scarves, military jackets, overalls, large carry all bags, layering necklaces, button-ups, and destroyed denim. Besides thrift stores, I love Anthropologie and will invest in a few items from there every so often as well as Madewell and Free People. I also love searching for specific items online. I never pay full price for anything though. If I find something I like, I will find it in the cheapest price possible. I search ebay and dig through racks at thrift stores. You would be amazed at the things I have patiently waited to buy and found treasure hunting! When looking for inspiration, I love re-creating outfits I see with pieces in my own wardrobe! I do try to have my own style, use my own creativity, and wear what I like. I admire anyone with their own sense of personal style. I want people to see that I am comfortable in my skin, comfortable with having my own style, and hope to inspire them to feel the same inside.


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