Huuuuge NSV!!!!

MsKeelah919
MsKeelah919 Posts: 332 Member
edited September 30 in Success Stories
First off...I HATE shopping. I do. I avoid it all costs. Why? Because nothing ever fits. I never feel attractive and I HATE to see the numbers on the clohtes that actually DO fit properly. Its not fun to me to try on BIG clothes and still have to suck in, turn to the left and bend over backwards to make it 'work'. This has been the state of affairs for the past 15 years.

I woke up feeling DEEEFLATED. I started the 30 DS on July 8th. and I took a few progress pics...just to see what changes I've made...... NONE!!!
Nothing looks different. Mind you, I'm doing the Natalie for all but two exercises. My stamina and strength are THROUGH the roof...but due to daily TREATS...the scale or my inches are NOT reflecting that...:(

So I feel terrible. My honey tries to point out a n area that seems smaller to him, bu too late...I SUCK!!

Fast Forward to lunch time. I shop for a dress to attend a wedding. I'm not looking forward to this...

On a whim, I take into the fitting room about 12 dresses all size 14. (dont know if that was denial or wishful thinking) I expect that at least one of these (one of the blousier ones with rouching) will look decent enough. ...

How about EVERY.SINGLE.DRESS fit like a GLOVE!!!!????? Different styles, different cuts, different lengths, different hem lines...didnt really matter much. Not only did I fit them all, but they all looked STUNNING!!!!!


For the first time in 15 years, I have been able to choose what I purchased based on what I 'WANTED', and not just what was the lesser of evils!!!

And the best part, my silhouette is smooth. No body shapers needed!! OMG!! I also tried on a fitted dress size LARGE and I looked HOT if I must say so myself. I havent felt this in FOREVER!!!!

I cried. It was OVERWHELMING!! I couldnt WAIT to come and share with you all....

I guess there are always different ways to measure your progress, and I must say... looking and feeling great in your clothes...OF A NORMAL SIZE is wonderful!!

Signing off...

Enjoy your day all! And yes, my motivation is BACK!!!!
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  • MaxandHenrysMom
    MaxandHenrysMom Posts: 59 Member
    I LOVED reading this post! Congratulations. There is nothing better than looking in the mirror and liking how you look. Good job!
  • AudgePaudge
    AudgePaudge Posts: 537 Member
    Oh my gosh, you almost made me cry!! That is such an overwhelming and amazing feeling!! Great job!!!!
  • FifiLea
    FifiLea Posts: 80 Member
    I am so happy for you! That is wonderful and even better as it was such a surprise!! :happy:

    Proof that what we're doing here works - even if it doesn't seem to work as soon as we'd like it to! :drinker:
  • mfkfoster
    mfkfoster Posts: 331 Member
    Congratulations! You must feel awesome!
  • Kate_UK
    Kate_UK Posts: 1,299 Member
    CONGRATULATIONS!
  • Heatherjg0419
    Heatherjg0419 Posts: 52 Member
    So awesome!!! Congratulations!
  • thetrishwarp
    thetrishwarp Posts: 838 Member
    Congratulations! This is fantastic - I'm so happy for you that you not only accomplished this, but clearly feel GREAT about yourself! Keep it up!
  • captnesshowdy7
    captnesshowdy7 Posts: 61
    Congrats! Now dry those tears and rock it out!
  • Kimbie500
    Kimbie500 Posts: 388 Member
    What a great feeling!! Thank you for sharing. Enjoy rocking that wedding in that hot dress!
  • MichaelaaJ
    MichaelaaJ Posts: 79 Member
    Congrats! Good for you! Thank you for sharing! That must have been an AWESOME FEELING. We all dread the dressing rooms and shopping for new clothes..

    I look forward to experiencing the same.. Just think.. Now you won't be able to decide what to wear because of TOO MANY options.. Looking good in everything = tough life ;) LOL

    Congrats again!
  • LoveMy3Boys
    LoveMy3Boys Posts: 562 Member
    That is fantastic! I love shopping and then I try clothes on and face that dressing room mirror. Congrats on getting the dress you wanted!
  • dragonflydi
    dragonflydi Posts: 665 Member
    That is so INCREDIBLE!!! There is nothing like having choices because they all fit just right and not having to take 'what ever fits best ... but still not quite right'. That means that you are getting results, even if you aren't seeing them yet. Stick with it. I did that video myself in a challenge last month and while I only lost 4 lbs, I lost over 8" all over. If you're dedicated, you will continue to celebrate these types of wonderful victories!
  • TCB2day
    TCB2day Posts: 87 Member
    Congratulations! And thanks for sharing; it helps to inspire me to keep working towards my goal.

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  • Kazimira
    Kazimira Posts: 165 Member
    Very inspiring to someone lacking motivation lately! Congratulations on your hard work paying off! Absolutely beautiful :flowerforyou:
  • kmart20
    kmart20 Posts: 72
    awesome posted, loved reading it! and congrats all your hard work is paying off even if you don't see it on the scale!
  • mayflowerak
    mayflowerak Posts: 17
    that is awesome! I can only imagine how excited you are:-) Congrats!!! Good job!
  • sharesb
    sharesb Posts: 416 Member
    congrats!! great victory!! keep it up ! ♥
  • dosesr4winners20
    dosesr4winners20 Posts: 362
    I love <3333 this NSV! congrats girl and keep it up you look hot!!!!!!!!
  • FatUncleRob
    FatUncleRob Posts: 341
    Congratulations!! :flowerforyou:
  • JDArrant
    JDArrant Posts: 11 Member
    Congratulations! I'm a total sucker for a well-fitted outfit/dress, you must feel amazing.

    I have to say that I'm on the other hand of the shopping spectrum - a shopaholic. So now I'm losing all this weight and can't force myself to buy anything that'll fit correctly because I'm certain that I'll go overboard and spend too much and then have to replace it in a few months. (I did go buy new running shorts and bras, they were becoming less than effective at their respective jobs!)
  • tallteacher
    tallteacher Posts: 74 Member
    That is SO awesome, congrats! I can't wait to get to that point! Thanks for sharing!
  • jmruef
    jmruef Posts: 824 Member
    Aw, you made me cry! In a super good way. This is so wonderful!
  • FatBastard6135
    FatBastard6135 Posts: 248
    Congratulations!!!
  • Kath712
    Kath712 Posts: 1,263 Member
    Way to go!!!
  • cillytilly
    cillytilly Posts: 243
    Congratulations this is absolutely huge. Shopping is defiantely frustrating.
  • penny39
    penny39 Posts: 266 Member
    Congratulations! It's an amazing feeling when you love what you see!
  • dawnw30
    dawnw30 Posts: 270
    Isn't it the most awesome feeling??? :wink: Great job!!
  • scapez
    scapez Posts: 2,018 Member
    Being healthy and feeling better and all of that blah blah blah is nice, but there is NO BETTER FEELING than fitting into smaller clothes. So happy for you - and keep on keepin' on!!! :smile:
  • DivaReese
    DivaReese Posts: 8 Member
    Congratulaitons!!! YOU BETTER WORK IT GIRL!

    The best motivation is trying on a piece of clothing and loving the way you look in it. Keep up the great work!!
  • MdmAcolyte
    MdmAcolyte Posts: 382 Member
    CONGRATULATIONS!! Im sooooo jealous ;) Hope you have a great time at the wedding and rock out like a knock-out!!
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