My Bum, Bums Happy Ending

NOT THAT kind of a story! LOL

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luli fama verano/ rumba strappy brazilian ruched back

I have searched for years for the perfect swimsuit bottom but it wasn't until my first, and then second C-section to be more precise, that it really became a must have. 

If like me, you have:

1. A little pouch above the C-line that doesn't flatten no matter how many crunches or calories you burn off.
2. A scar you want to hide without anyone knowing your hiding it.
3. A 'rectangle' body shape with little to no waist.
4. A decent bum, but would like to accentuate it more.

Then search no more. I've done that for you. I have tried many, many, different bikini bottom styles and found the perfect one. 

Ladies, don't settle. The Luli Fama Verano/Rumba Strappy Brazilian Ruched Back is a smashing fit! I love, love, love it.

Luli Fama CALLEJERA - Strappy Brazilian Ruched Back Bottom - M/Multicolor

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The multiple straps have a nice stretch to them and fit comfortably. They do not cut into the skin and give that muffin top effect. Also, you can place them as high or as low as you want. You control the fit that best suits your body.

The triangle patch at front lies firmly and perfectly over that C-section line, not giving the slightest hint of one.


The back. This is the best part. If you want more SEXY and less coverage like me, then order the Brazilian Ruched Back. 

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Luli Fama | Strappy Brazilian Ruched Back - Muchachita Linda

If you want more coverage for your bum, Luli Fama also has a full coverage bottom (see image below).

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Luli Babe in Miami

Pricey? Yes. We all know the perfect fit costs, and at $88/bottom, it's not cheap. Rarely on sale, for just $62 at Zappos, I'd snatch one up if I were you. They're super hard to find as they're always sold out. I wonder why?

The Juice Cleanse

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http://www.juicecrafters.com
$6.95 per 160z as shown

In search of a more toned mid-section and skinnier summer me, I decided to try a juice cleanse. 

This is not something I've previously considered simply because I love eating. Starving or said sensation is never my idea of a good time.

BUT, I am a juicer. On average, I have a minimum of 3 raw juices per week. Typically the raw and unpasteurized type you see in this picture made of spinach, kale, romaine, cucumber, parsley, celery, apple, ginger. I also love rooty juices with beets and greens. So, I figured why not.

I bought a one day cleanse pack, $49.95, that includes 8 (16oz) bottled juices that you drink every two hours. I chose the Vitamin Guru, composed of fruits, greens and roots.

The first four hours were no problem. I went number two twice. Nothing crazy. Six hours into my cleanse, I started getting hungry, but still ok. I noticed the juices were filling my stomach, but I was still getting hungrier by the hour.

Eight hours in, I started to get cranky and angry at my kids, but I reminded myself I only had three more drinks to go. I went number two again and imagined how toned my stomach would look the next morning. 

Tenth hour, I started to walk to the fridge and stared at the food about every 10 minutes. Luckily, it was about 10pm so I decided to force myself to sleep and finish the cleanse the next morning. I woke up famished the next day, feeling a little faint but leaner (probably from peeing about 20x the day before and going #2 again that morning). 

I wondered if it was a good idea to go for my morning run. I was about to cancel my run when I imagined myself getting even skinnier from lack of food and burning all those calories. 

I drank one bottle 1 hour before and I had a great run. There were no feelings of faintness but I was ravenously hungry afterwards. I immediately took my 2nd to last juice and almost threw it up. I'm not sure if it was the taste or the fact that I couldn't fit any more liquids in my body, but it was a clear sign to me that I did not wish to continue. Instead, I wanted a healthy breakfast and to STOP feeling HUNGRY.

BUT, I will not discourage the juice cleanse. It is an effective way to help your body eliminate toxic buildup, shed excess weight and re balance your system. Although not for me, there are many who are able to withstand and enjoy the benefits of the cleanse. 

NOT for you, that's ok.  If you enjoy a healthy, organic, unpasteurized drink, I whole heartedly recommend Juice Crafters. I love their juices. I am a regular customer.