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  • Oh hey! That reminds me, I have a ring that needs to be resized!!! Isn't this fun - shopping our own stuff.
  • Being the oldest AND working through an injury is a major NSV. WTG!!!
  • Wow! Good news! I'll have to check that out @d_thomas02 How did you do it? I think mine is at 69, haven't checked it in a while. Been exercising for 2 months. New WOE about a year. Again, fantastic!!!
  • Today, I was at a friend's house. I stopped by to take her to the doctor and to ask her how to keep the rhinestones on my new jeans. I showed her the jeans, she immediately chucked and said, I just can't believe how small those jeans are. I laughed too bc I can hardly believe I fit in a size 12. I still have more weight to…
  • Yes! Thanks.
  • Losing weight is effecting every part of my wardrobe and my desire to take care of me. I just retired some old PJs for something silky and pretty. Anyone have opinions on gym clothes? I have been buying mine at Walmart. I like the Lycra stretchy stuff. I've seen some pants with compression built into the knees - that seems…
  • @simonfishburn Congratulations on your weight loss. We are in a similar boat. I lost 62.5 pounds, then joined a gym. I am working out with a personal trainer for the past 2 months. The scale has not budged, but I have lost 1 size in one month. I measure myself since and now my trainer is measuring me too. In the past…
    in I'm stuck Comment by E_Brault March 2016
  • My opinion of why I gained so much weight, about 90 pounds, continues to change. At first, I thought menopause, divorce, lower income, roommates, unhealthy friends & boyfriends and stress in general. After having lost 62.5 pounds, I realize I took a lot for granted. I have been thin my whole life. I never realized how…
  • I am still marveling over the little things. I feel like I have to write it somewhere, so I don't forget all the little things I gave up while gaining weight. So after a month's work on my core at the gym, I can easily put my jeans on - one leg at a time - while standing! Also, I always liked those ballet slippers for…
  • Barre class, hooray for you! and kudos on getting up the stairs without resting.
  • I found my former "favorite shorts" that I used wear in a size 16 or 18. Apparently, I bought them at Kohl's - they have an elastic waist. No more elastic waists for me! I will never overeat another meal.
  • This must be difficult, but if you do want to sell the items - you can try Craig's List. You might even have fun selling them on e-bay. As for fur coats, you must live in a cold climate. Older people tend to buy fur. Try putting it in the PennySaver. There are many older people who will not buy online and are more…
  • That's great! Do tell what shorts you buy. I forgot, I will need a couple shorts too. My favorite were from Walmart - cargo shorts with a bunch of pockets. They might have been Levi or Lee. At the end of last season, I bought a pair of sandals from Clarks - great deal. Enjoy!
  • Three pair of size 12 that legitimately fit. Bought 3 pair at Kohl's for under $100.00. I am set for quite awhile for my casual. I bought a few articles of clothing at Walmart for the gym. The outfits are super cute. The last thing I have to worry about is my professional wardrobe. Another size 14 professional outfit bit…
  • It would have been even funnier, if it read ... containing money on insurance by letting your friends on MFP diagnose you. Heehee
  • Took them out of my closet anyway! Now they are hidden in a guest room closet.
  • LMAO, Thanks.
  • I have gotten rid of a bunch of larger blouses, bathing suits, and shorts. My friend is super happy with the gently used clothes. I can't believe the urgency with which I am getting rid of the clothes. I still have a few clothes that only remind me of the horrible experience of menopause and the run away weight gain. The…
  • Since my Christmas FaceTime call with my family, I have been sending pics of myself to my sisters. One said, I didn't need to lose anymore. Today, I was at Walmart and got the same reaction from another shopper with whom we were sharing ideas about gym clothes. For the first time in 8 years, I fit back into a size 12. So I…
  • It has been helpful in reducing BP, but after I lost a lot of weight - it was no longer necessary. ACV has helped with removing excess sodium. It has helped keep mosquitos from biting me. Hmm. Might be worth my using it again. I feel bloated and it is mosquito season again in CA.
  • "[/quote] Love that! Sometimes, when I don't really want to have "the conversation" about weight loss, I just tell people about how healthy I'm eating and how much better I feel and let them think the loss is by accident. They generally don't/can't have any negative comments or opinions about that one or what size they…
  • I guess I could move to Canada for better medical benefits. Lol. Right now, I have bargain basement medical coverage. I need a referral to see a chiropractor and my doctor just moved out of this subpar system. So my February 18 appointment has been moved to March 2nd - and instead of it being 2 miles away - it will be 15…
  • Keep up the good work. It's definitely a compliment.
  • @UncleMac , I am so sorry to hear what you have been through - physically. I never would have guessed that given a recent pic of you. UncleMac , your positivity despite prior circumstances is truly inspiring. I saw this thread when it first came up, but I was gearing up for some Part-Time work. Plus, I really could stay on…
  • NSV: My neighbor told me I inspire her and she joined a gym and got a personal trainer.
  • Lulu will you be putting up pics on your MFP board? I would get off my iPhone and onto my laptop for that !
  • Holy cow!
  • Go for it !
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