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So elated

Went and saw "Time Traveler's Wife" with my friend "J" this afternoon, and least to say, I was super disappointed. It just wasn't as climatic as I was expecting, plus it pretty predictable. . .

 

After the movie, we headed to the mall. I wanted to stop in at Old Navy and just see if I could possibly wear anything from there. I have never been able to wear anything from Old Navy except for the men's clothes, and even then it was an XXL. So, J convinced me to try on some clothes. . .

 

I fit into a woman's XL, not XXL, but XL and I've lost 3 pant sizes almost 4 because I tried on a smaller size, and they almost fit. I almost cried because I was shocked. . .

 

I bought 3 new shirts (all XL all different styles one is a little snug around the boobs but I'll be super comfy next month) and 2 pairs of pants. It was overwhelming emotionally because even though I've lost the weight mentally I just don't "see it". I was super anxious to try on clothes, I was getting icky feeling because it just felt so weird to try on clothes that are "normal". I know an XL is not "normal", but it's the closest thing to normal I've been in over a decade.I was thinking the whole time "these people think I'm crazy for trying on these clothes because I'm too fat". On the way home, we stopped by the store, and this guy smiled super big, checked me out, and then stood super close to me. Not in a creepy way, it was nice to be noticed.

 

Overall, today has been great. I didn't eat enough before we left so I felt pretty sluggish once we got home. I ate a little peanut butter, and had a frozen fruit bar. I already feel better. . . I need to carry some beef jerky in my purse for days like today.

 

Today was my first day out except for short trips to Wal-Mart. It felt so good to be out of the house, and just have a nice day out.

 

I hope everyone had a great weekend ! ! !

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DownInSocal

LAP-BAND Patients

You are such an inspiration! You look stunning. You had complications. You kept your head up and didn't complain. What a strong, sexy, independant woman you are. We should all be so lucky.

cajun

LAP-BAND Patients

Tiffykins,

I am so excited for you. One day I will move down from being a "triple hitter" too. One of the things that motivated me to start looking at bariatric surgery was that some XXXL's were not even fitting anymore. HORRORS. Now I have hope. Your posts are so encouraging. Thank you!

nouveau-debut

Gastric Sleeve Patients

YAY! I got excited reading your message- it felt like I was there! To shop in a normal store (not plus size) is a goal of mine. Congrats!!

deedee

LAP-BAND Patients

I can't wait until I can just head to the mall and shop in regular stores. Great job on your journey so far!

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