Growing up, I've always been a little chubby and I had a mid section that I just never wanted to show off. Nor was I proud of it. I usually wore over-sized clothes and I was so body shy that it was scary. When I got into middle school, a whole new trend of navel piercing grew so when I was 11 or so, I thought the idea of having one wouldn't do. I'd usually saw those skinny blondes with one, wearing short shorts and flirting with the boys. And I knew it wouldn't be right for me to have one, so I didn't find it appealing. It sucked.
At A Glance Author Andrea Contact Andrea@bme.anon When It just happened Artist Unknown Studio Alan's Cool Ink Tatto and Piercing Studio Location Destin, FL But then, a year later, I lost about 20 pounds and I was 12 years old when I decided I should really treat myself with a belly button ring because I truly felt I deserved it. I asked my mother about it. "No. You're too young and it wouldn't work out." My dad basically said the same thing. So, about a week later, I resulted in arguing with them and bugging them saying that it's my body and not theirs. That didn't work out so well.
Finally, after months and months of asking, pleading, and begging, they said I could do it... IN 2 YEARS!! That just about killed me! I almost fell over in both joy and sorrow. Two years doesn't pass by quickly when all you want is a belly button ring and you know you can't get it. So the best thing for me was just to hurry up... and wait.
Then, BAM! I'm turning 14 in a week and my parents decided to get me it for my birthday! I woke up late on the day of my birthday ((which is today!! :D)) and I was getting so many phone calls from my friends, all singing happy birthday and such. Jumping in the shower, all I could think of was my belly button. My stomach was pretty flat ((and pale! Not ashamed of that! :P)) so I was so excited because I knew it would look terrific. My mom came in the bathroom, yelling at me to hurry up so we can get out of here! My brother ((who's 24)) wanted to see me get it done, so he tagged along with us.
Driving down there, I started thinking of all the things I've read about taking care of it and what not to do. Every week, at least twice since I turned 12, I would go on the internet to study and research about the piercing and such. I don't regret spending a few hours a day researching about it because it pays off! We parked the car and I ran into the studio, and it was white ((really really white)) and so clean! It was wicked! I couldn't wait!
My mother was talking to the lady behind the desk while I was filling out my form. My brother kept sticking his nose behind my shoulder trying to read it. Then, the moment we've all been waiting for, my piercer stepped out from a little room and told me to come in.
He was pleasant to talk too and very sweet. He had awesome tattoos ((not like a whole bunch, but just enough)) and facial piercings. He dabbed my belly button with a marker and he stated that it looked centered. So I hopped on the chair and laid down, swallowing hard. I was so excited! He clamped my skin and told me in 3 seconds he's going to pierce it. I merely nodded and I was nervous. I felt a pinch and that was it! I was like, "That's it?" "That's it, honey." Wow! That didn't hurt at all and was nothing like I expected. All those stories I read said that it didn't hurt and they were so right.
I got up and I couldn't believe it. It was so wicked! The silver beads were gleaming, and it looked absolutely gorgeous. For the longest time I couldn't take my eyes off it! I was so happy I could kiss the guy! Seriously! :D When I got home the first thing I did was call up my friends and brag to them about my experience. They're so jealous! :P
When school starts again, I'll make sure to show it off! And I only have to wait a couple of weeks before changing the bead, then just a little more longer until I can change the whole jewelry! I'm so happy and I still can't believe I have my belly button pierced.
For those of you who want it pierced, GO FOR IT! It's totally worth it and you'll fall in love with the results, just like I did!! You won't regret it, and don't let the idea of it being painful scare you away! Follow what you believe is right, I did, and it worked out perfectly for me. ^_________^