Dtrain84

14 hours ago, Arabesque said:

That’s sounds a perfect job for you @Dtrain84 as it ties into your previous career as a police officer.

What a lovely photo of you & your daughter @kristieshannon. Her lace dress is so pretty. And I agree - you do look alike.

Had another visit with the hand therapy place today & decided to wear this slim fit panelled dress with cowl neckline & pouch at the hem. Skirt is very fitted though the hem restricting my stride so I had a real wriggle walk happening as I strutted down the street 😆 It was 5 weeks yesterday since I decided to add extra Protein to my quiche busy slicing a chunk off my thumb & it’s just about fully healed now (was still oozing a little from one spot until yesterday). Just dealing with some hypersensitivity & dry peeling skin. You can just see a faint line from the skin graft. I was so excited last week as I was finally able to put on a real bra for the first time - I just couldn’t do the hooks up before then without causing my thumb pain & discomfort. Such a silly little thing but boy you need your thumb for soooo much.

Yes. My former career will help me transition into this job hopefully without a lot of training.

That looks like it hurt a lot when you first cut it. I'm glad you're healing well. You look amazing in that dress.

"Congrats on the new job, @Dtrain84. What does it entail?"

I'll be working as a Deputy Clerk. I will responsible for handling documents and files on criminal cases. I'll be occasionally working in a courtroom setting.

On 10/16/2021 at 10:01 PM, Luna Girl said:

Congratulations!!

Thank you 😊

On 10/16/2021 at 9:58 PM, GreenTealael said:

Congratulations 🏆

Thank you 😊

On 10/14/2021 at 12:55 PM, GreenTealael said:

Looking fit! Good Luck

Thank you! I got the job! 😊

After 5 years of retirement, I've decided I'm going back to work. I took a couple of before interview selfies.

1 hour ago, vikingbeast said:

This is my goal. I was a strongman before and while I don't anticipate that's going to be part of my life any longer, I do love being strong. Can't wait till I can touch a barbell again. Two and a half more weeks... two and a half more weeks... argh!

I don't lift heavy weights. I lift manageable weights with high repetitions until failure. Whatever muscle group I'm working, I give it 48hrs before I work that muscle group again.

1 hour ago, Jaye W said:

I have been working out too- am seeing a difference in my arms and legs- but I think my stomack is going to be like yours.

There is no other alternative than surgery for loose skin in the abdomen area.

1 hour ago, GreenTealael said:

👌🏽

Hey! Thank you!

3 hours ago, muffin.x said:

You look great! Curios: how did you change your diet to build muscle (more calories/protein)?

Thanks! I increased my calorie intake.

4 hours ago, bufbills said:

Nice work!

Thanks!

4 hours ago, learn2cook said:

My word: buff, my mom’s word: smart, grandma’s word: dapper! Three generations cheering you on.

Thank you!

2 hours ago, ShoppGirl said:

Good for you. You look great!!

Thank you!

2 hours ago, lizonaplane said:

Very inspirational. I would like to start doing weight training once I'm cleared to lift weights.

When you are cleared, make it a part of your lifestyle. You will love the results.

13 hours ago, Arabesque said:

Looking great @Dtrain84. Those muscles. Hot!! But what about your fabulous wardrobe? Good excuse to buy more great suits & jackets & of course coordinating accessories.

Thank you! You know I love being well put together..lol. I've added to my wardrobe, I just haven't worn them yet. Here's a blast from the recent past..lol

15 hours ago, Elahnen said:

Great job! Your such a inspiration! I need to find that motivation. I am all about being active and love anything cardio, but weights, even the 5lb ones are dreadful lol!

The weights can help tone some areas up along the cardio. Hit those weights!

15 hours ago, Jaye W said:

Very Impressive!

Did you find that it helped to fill in loose skin?

I had only one problem area with loose skin with all my weight loss. The lower abdomen area and it's not going anywhere unless I have surgery to remove it.

...muscle weight that is. I'm in the gym 6 days a week. I decided to bulk up because wasn't happy with being slim and slender. I went from 175 to 205 and haven't went up in clothing size. This is the same shirt in both pictures. I love filling out my shirts now..lol.

On 8/21/2021 at 12:30 AM, GreenTealael said:

I have not bought clothing in a long time since I’m not going anywhere special but my youngest daughter convinced me to buy it for a date night. I didn’t think I could fit it but she said it’s small and you’re small (as if that’s how it works 😩) well she was right. I think it is a generous cut.

That looks great on you..my favorite color too! 🔥🔥🔥

2016 vs. 2021. I'm in better shape than I was in my 30's.

5 hours ago, Luna Girl said:

🔥🔥🔥

Thanks! 😊

16 hours ago, GreenTealael said:

Happy Belated Birthday

Thank you 😊🥰

21 hours ago, ms.sss said:

its been a while...been busying myself with some long awaited patio and pool time, the weather has been awesome, and our area finally opened up outdoor dining! yay!

@kristieshannon: that red top and jeans outfit make you look super slim. and i love love your jean jacket/dress outfit. I would totally wear that, sunglasses on head and all.

@starladustangel: congrats on the smaller sizes! time to get some slimmer-fitting clothes to show off the new bod

@GreenTealael: funny how adding a scarf to an LBD makes the outfit look so much more shi-shi...and expensive, lol. Your side-a$$ curve is va-va-voom

@smarks: hubba hubba! I'm going to steal that crochet duster of yours.

@WishMeSmaller: wowza! even with the swelling you are looking fab. the boobs! and of course your legs! more bikini shots pls. are you feeling better these days?

@Ellie64: um, that "halloween" dress should see more days than just halloween...you look great in it.

@Dtrain84: lookin sharp as always. happy belated birthday!

Thank you 😊

On 6/14/2021 at 10:22 PM, Arabesque said:

Always looking stylish @Dtrain84. You’ve been runway ready for as long as we’ve known you. Hope you had a happy birthday.

100 degrees & wearing compression garments??? 😱 unimaginable @WishMeSmaller. Be careful not to overheat & good luck going back to work.

Thank you. I had a great time on my birthday.

On 6/14/2021 at 3:35 PM, GummyBearQueen said:

Very dapper!

Thank you 😊