NSV - shopping

roseemb

Do NOT adjust your television - yes, that was me....shopping for pleasure! For Clothes! For myself!

I ended up going to an outlet mall on my way home today because I really need some new jeans, since my smallest size jeans are getting too big. I went to dress barn, to the womens section, and picked out some 18s. Last time I had bought jeans they were 22s, so I figured, 18 would be safe. I was still feeling gun shy about trying on clothes, since I can't remember the last time I actually tried on the clothes in the store - too embarrassing to take stuff in and have nothing fit, and then have to leave feeling dejected. My M.O. had been to select clothes I thought would be ok for me, purchase them, and then return them if they didn't fit at home.

Anyways...I tried on the bunch of 18s I brought in with me, and they seemed like they might be.... too big? I didn't think that was possible. So.. I decided to grab a pair of 16s (yeah, right!). THEY FIT! I just couldn't believe it. I was feeling so great that I left all the pants behind at the dress barn and went around looking at different stores - and NOT just Dress Barn women and Lane Bryant! I was clothes shopping for FUN! I can't remember the last time I did that. I bought a piece of clothing in a non-fat lady store today, for MYSELF! I bought a dress from the misses section! I did try on a lot of stuff that just didn't fit right, but for once, it did not depress me, I went into it not expecting anything, and in reality, the things that didn't fit were more about body type than about me being too big.

Now, I know my goal is not to reach size 16, but boy - it is a good feeling to get there, it's been a long time.

Thanks for allowing me to gush!

rquin008

that feeling cannot be duplicated! congrats on your accomplishment!!!!

itgeekwoman

Enjoy every downsize opportunity you have now!! The options only get better now!

malindab33

Thats wonderful!!! I remember being just where you are!!The first time shopping in a non plus size section EVEN better.. Just dont buy to many because those 16's will be falling off you soon :bigsmile:

XXXMinnieXXX

Its an amazing feeling being able to go to more stores. Can't beat it! Very well done... Remember that feeling! X

Jennieam

What great news. I am so pleased for you.

misslissa121

Small victories win the war. Congrats on being able to get clothes FOR FUN. I haven't went clothes shopping in so long other than to just get something that would cover me up. I won't even buy new clothes. I have refused to for 5 years now. When my husband asks why I always tell him refuse to support my fat habit with new things. I am blissfully awaiting the day I get to buy NEW clothes and be proud of my body.

instructor03

I am so happy for you. You have worked so hard!!! Congrats on the NSV!

Mary2200

If I were Snoopy I would be doing a happy dance on top of my doghouse! Great news!