I'm done from a 24/26/3x to a 18/20/1x in clothes. I still go for the larger sizes only to discover they are too big. I think it'll take some time for it to sink in.

cmchandler74 wrote: »

Way to go, @Trayjay33! That's awesome. I'm just striving for the day when I'm no longer obese.

Thanks, you will get there before you know it!

This may sound petty, but at the 4th of July parade yesterday, we ran into one of my former best friends. She didn't even recognize me- she recognized my DH, and then when she realized who I was, her jaw dropped. It felt good. Damn good.

I have been comfortably crossing my legs and I went on 3 roller coasters!!!

Cleaned out my closet and now absolutely everything in there FITS!! Such a great feeling to be able to grab anything and know I can wear it comfortable.

So happy to read all of your NSVs. I've got a few of my own to throw out there...
They include being able to cross my legs comfortably at my desk and elsewhere. I recently had a couple of weekend getaways and was able to walk all over the city and not turn into a sweaty mess. Saving money by not taking cabs was a bonus too.

Laurac727 wrote: »

Stopped by TSA agent cause I didn't look like my drivers licience anymore, he said congrats but get a new licience lol

Funny! Had the same kind of thing last year. When my license needed to be renewed last summer I went in and insisted on a new picture. I had three different stores question if that was really me when doing a credit card transaction (I seriously love it when they ask to see ID!). One place told me to get the license picture updated before someone didn't believe the weight loss and thought I stole some credit cards. The guy at the DMV told me I didn't need a picture until this year and he would do it, but there was a cost for a "redo" picture (one where you want it but they don't require it) I had him ask his supervisor. When I explained it to her and she looked at the picture, then looked at me and told him to go ahead and take the picture but only charge me the renewal fee.

I stopped at Target to pick up another water bottle to keep my water cold. As I was driving home I noticed some of the fast food places I would frequent. They included Subways, McDonalds and Baskin Robbins. Part of me wondered if I was missing something, but I am not. I am so happy I'm not ordering a whole grinder, a chicken sandwich with fries big and cookies + apple pies. And my favorite was chocolate ice cream from Baskin Robbins Double scoop on a large cone with sprinkles. I think that's a victory in and of itself.

I'm wearing my class ring today!! First time in over 25 years!! Class of 1983!!

Whoooo!!! Go @tat2cookie! Nice!

jm1fullerton wrote: »

I was in my cousin's wedding and I wore a saree with a crop top and felt pretty good. I never could have done that before. (Thats me in the middle)

Love it!!

tat2cookie wrote: »

Just put on a size 8 jeans!!

@tat2cookie Congratulations! I had a similar experience yesterday evening, I was able to purchase a pair of jeans that were a size 4! I think in comparison they may be a 6 with other jeans brands but I was amazed I could even fit that size.

I took my measurements today. I've lost 15" since surgery -- Hipee!!

Had to purchase new clothes and had trouble finding small enough sizes. Toady at work one of my 22 year old co-workers asked if she could borrow some of my clothes. Wow now that's a first for me:)

A few weeks ago I had to punch 4 new holes in my belt so it would fit smaller!!! Now I'm on the last hole again and soon I'm going to have to punch a few more holes to make it smaller. For me that is very gratifying. I'm very happy with my new happier healthier lifestyle. Cheers folks.