In the Buff

So, as many of you know it's Bloggers Without Makeup day today.

I first heard about today from Kristin at Wanderlust. Thanks for the heads up sweety!

I'm not one to wear much in the way of makeup to be honest. I drag a brush through my hair and make sure there's no dry skin on my face, clean my teeth and that's me for the day.

However, sometimes I decide to 'make an effort' and put on a bit of eyeshadow and mascara, maybe even a bit of lippy sometimes! I do find that on those days I feel much more confident in myself when I'm out of the house. Hell, I even feel more confident in myself *in* the house. I guess it's something to do with feeling on top of things if I can even manage to put on some makeup and straighten my hair. Or something.

I've never had that much self-esteem. Years of being bullied at school for being 'fat' (I wasn't, just happened to be friends with an anorexic... although I didn't know it at the time).

I had loads while I was at uni, and then once I got married and popped out 2 kids, and my marriage was a mess, well... you can imagine, I didn't really have much good to think of myself at all.

Fast forward to now though.

Now I am in a Good relationship.

Now my kids are that little bit older. Not easier that's for sure, but they sleep through the night at least. Along with insisting on being in photos!

Now I feel more comfortable in my own skin. Although I still wish I could lose a few stone. (I am trying with that though!)



This is me as my family see me every day.

My hair is just washed, and fly-away. My son won't leave me alone.

There's a few spots on my chin and my eyes are tired, but I'm happy.

I also have a nice bra on today, which helps! (Thanks for pulling my top down there Zack!)

Go on over to Jodie at Mummy Mayhem to join in if you haven't already! We wanna see you in the buff... ;)

Comments

[Tamsyn]

You look beautiful! And your son.... soooo cute!
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[Julie / Sephrenia]

I never notice much else apart from the eyes and yours look happy :) A bit of "are you sure you're taking that right" to them and a touch of discomfort, but essentially happy.

I also noticed the pink bra and want one. I have a gorgeous purple one which alywas makes me feel good.

I didn't register hair, weight, spots (still can't see them).

[Marylin]

Thanks Tamsyn! :) x

[Marylin]

Hehe yep the discomfort was cause Zack keeps elbowing me in the ribs with his pointy lil elbows, or kneeing me in places that should not be knee'd! >_<

The bra was £6 in ASDA! Even have em in *my* size! yay! ;)

[Megan at Writing Out Loud]

You look gorgeous. And your son has a fun, cheeky look to him - love it!
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[Naomi]

You do look really happy, and very lovely.
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[Brenda]

Such happiness in your eyes, Marilyn. I love it!

[Brenda]

*Marylin* Am gonna get your name right someday. Hehehe.

[Jen]

It's lovely, really happy:) Jen.
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[Kristin]

Marylin, you look beautiful. I really like this picture of you. You look relaxed and happy (and sexy bra - woo hoo!). Zack is adorable, as always. So glad you participated. Here's to blogging in the buff!
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[Momisodes]

Okay, I am SO glad I had no idea about this :) But you look wonderful. Really. You honestly look far too young to have kids!

[Marylin]

Thanks Megan! Cheeky is the understatement of the century! lol :)

[Marylin]

Thanks Naomi. :)

[Marylin]

Thanks sweety :) x

[Marylin]

LOL it's cool... everyone spells my name the wrong way round! ;)

[Marylin]

Thanks Jen! :) x

[Marylin]

Aww shucks, thanks sweety! Zack refused to let me take a photo without him! hehe

[Marylin]

LOL aww you're too kind! :) You should totally take part too! x

[Priness_L_88]

Well done you! :) You look glowing in that pic, you can see the happiness shining out of you.
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[Marylin]

Thanks so much Prin! :) x

[Jodie at Mummy Mayhem]

I really love this photo. You look so relaxed and content and happy all at the same time!

Beautiful.

Thanks for taking part.

xx
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[Cerry]

You're both gorgeous. Love both the grins.
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[Marylin]

Thanks so much Jodie! it's been a pleasure, and so refreshing to see everyone as they are meant to be! :) xx

[Marylin]

Thanks so much Cerry! :)

[Dannie]

WOW! you look awesome just the way you are hun;-)
I can relate to your post about being the fat kid at school and more....
I also dont rely wear any make up -- (muck) i call it LOL...
I also heard bout it today but just didnt post about it ;-( Im sure they all will do it again soon/someday and then i will do a post about it ;-)
pop over and say Hi anytime hun.
cheers xxxx
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