Wisp Wraith

I'm really new to Deviant Art, and am just beginning to explore random areas of Artistic interest to me. I'm a photographer, and my wife and daughter are both Seamstresses of a certain level of accomplishment, so they recommended that I start by investigating some of the amazing creations in fabric that others have made. This Artist, Lillyxandra, has created a wonderland of constructions to be enjoyed by all who wish to entertain them. Your story is a moving one; my wife was also very heavy, for years. Through diet, and other means, she was fortunate enough to be able to lose much of the extra weight that 'held her down' (literally and figuratively), although she never heard criticism from myself or our other family members. She, too, would prefer to have some revision surgery done to address some of the remnants of her earlier weight (and we did go through a couple of procedures to address the most-pressing issues, but there are a few more areas that she'd love to change; finances prohibit that, so we both smile and laugh at how Acceptance is a great ability). It saddens me to know that you suffered cruelty at the hands of one who was supposed to love and accept you.  While it may seem "easier said than done", I encourage you to revel in your accomplishments: you've raised three sons who must certainly love you; you have found a partner who has committed to you, and who must see all of your beauty, in all of its forms. Our exteriors change over time, as anyone who has any accumulated experience can attest. You deserve to feel beautiful, and to accept yourself in any form. It's my wish for you to experience these things. Ageism is one of the worst prejudices that we suffer, from sources external and internal. Beauty has no time limit. Even if the finances prohibit getting one of these incredible creations, know that you can be free to adorn yourself in any way that fosters belief in your value; or that makes you feel light, whimsical, profound, wise, giddy, salacious, or joyful in ways that resonate within you. Peace and Love (of Self, and Others)

definitely choose this. You are never too old. Are you dying because you have been keeping yourself pretending to be normal. Time to stop that non-sense! If this is your desire, you should have it! Make it happen somehow.

That was my first thought when I saw the thumbnail!