Comments on: Swimsuits, Sun, and Self-Esteem

By: Kerbi

Kerbi — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 21:08:10 +0000

I agree, swimsuits are stupid!

By: Meg O.

Meg O. — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 06:02:08 +0000

Totally agree on the swimsuit conundrum! I am going through a particularly awkward time, as I’m in the “are you fat or pregnant?” phase. Yes, I’m pregnant. My issue with swimsuits have always been my legs…. and there are just no ways around this. Swimsuits can cover stomachs but not legs. I’ve always had a relatively flat tummy but my booty and legs are UGH! It’s those genes at work for you.

You’re right, though… whoever invented swimsuits IS a moron.

By: Jamie Lane

Jamie Lane — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 03:06:52 +0000

I think every girl has there thing – for me, it’s not so much swim suits, but dresses. Weird, huh? I just feel really lanky and awkward looking in them. I feel like people would look at me and think, “eww, that girl needs to eat a sandwhich” which makes me really sad and insecure. When I was dress shopping for Kent’s graduation, I went to every store I could think of and found nothing I liked–three hours later I could be found on the bed crying my eyes out to Kent about it and I ended up wearing a jeans the first night of his graduation and a long skirt for his second day of graduation. I don’t know if that story helps you at all but I wanted to you to know that you are so not alone!!!

Also, Jack is precious. :)

By: Jessica

Jessica — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 02:12:15 +0000

My brother in law had a really weird sunburn this week too! I think it's because he used the spray and didn't rub it in? Maybe?

I'm super self conscious in swimsuits and have come to swear by tankinis and board shorts.

By: Michelle

Michelle — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 01:38:08 +0000

Your burn looks like the state of Florida!!!

I have yet to go find a swimsuit......I don't know if I ever will get one! I may be the only person on my honeymoon in Jamaica who does NOT bring a suit! Seriously!

I'm crossing my fingers too so that you don't peel!!!!!!!

By: Katie

Katie — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 20:54:11 +0000

I hear you, but I just have to suck it up and go. No reason to let a stupid piece of spandex ruin a good time! :)

Oh, and my friend Sarah has the same problem with sunscreen. Doesn't matter how much she puts on-- she's going to get some weird splotchy burn. Hahaha!

By: Regina

Regina — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 19:43:22 +0000

Aww... well I hope you had a little fun at least. :)

I can't really say that swimsuits are my most favorite thing in the world, but I absolutely hate the feeling of swimming in a t-shirt or coverup. So... I've adopted the mindset that someone always looks worse than I do and that people are not looking at every single one of my imperfections as much as I am. With that attitude, I put on my bikini (yep, I'm the chubby girl in a bikini but I find them the most comfortable lol), my big sunglasses, sunscreen and I get out there with everyone else. Because while I may not look like Cameron Diaz in a bikini, I am definitely going to have a lot of fun. And I refuse to let some clothing or my idea of everyone's perception stop me from having fun. :)

Stepping off of my soap box now. ;)

((((HUGS)))) and hoping you get some much needed rest and that this week is better. :)

By: Michelle

Michelle — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 18:54:46 +0000

Swimsuits are horrible! Regardless of how I’ve how I look skinny or need to lose some pounds, I always hated them! I don’t think anyone likes them!

By: Heather

Heather — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 17:55:38 +0000

I think swimsuits are always confidence killers, but most of the time we are too hard on ourselves. I know I am.

By: Meghan

Meghan — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 16:39:43 +0000

I think you are just gorgeous! But I do understand the feeling about swimsuits. I absolutely will not wear a two-piece in public!