OK - so last night was quite a NSV, or maybe more than one.

I went to the Toyota Center here in Houston to go see Rammstein (think German punk/industrial).

So it started out with me realizing I had nothing to wear - so I went out and boutght a pair of 36 Dickies workpants - after realizing 38 were too loose, and searched my closet one more time and found a military pinstripe steampunk shirt I had made for a guy friend but he never picked it up - fit!

So I throw on a red tie and some extras and my steel toes boots and off I go.

I stopped at smoothie place I go into regularly (in workout garb or very casual) and they just flipped out - I thought for a bit they were joking (the outfit is not something most walk around in 90 degree heat, or for tha matter 40 degree, lol). They bought my smoothie for me, took my pic, I have promised a before pic to post with it, too.

I get to the center and I blend in. I wasn't the big chick, I was just another face. My shirt got several looks (that shirt rocks on its own) but past the costume I was just another person. I didnt have to worry about the seat, or the person to either side of me.

I didn't need a purse. I just has some cash, a couple cards, id, and my asthma inhailor (unfortunatey that is more allergy related than weight, and smoke is a big trigger). No BG meter, no meds. So in the first time in for-absolutely-ever I just walked out with the fewest necessities! Crazy!

Outside the venue my friend who was meeting me there could not find me, Even when I got up on a bench and waved. She had not seen me in a couple of years. She told me "I mean, I knew it had to be you, but I was like, no way!"

There is actually more, but if you have been this patient I guess I should wrap it up! lol.

It.Just.Felt.So.Good!

Awesome in so many ways! Congrats!!

Fan-friggin-tastic!!!

I'm a newbie...what dies NSV stand for?

Hahaha, I am still getting used to the terminology too, I was going to ask so I'm glad you did but now as I look at it - I'm thinking it has to do with Nice or New Sleeve Victory?

Pookey congrats, I bet that is a wonderful feeling and I can't wait for moments like that myself. I love industrial myself. I like industrial music myself and Rammstein is fun, it's kind of like industrial meets metal Thanks for sharing a successful moment with us!

That is wonderful congrats. NSV is non scale victory.

That is wonderful congrats. NSV is non scale victory.

Thanks! I NEVER would've figured that out!

Thanks for clarification, I like non-scale victory even better

Awesome!

Congratulations!!!! That's so awesome. Yo can tell you enjoyed every minute of it. Well deserved!!!!!!!

Pookey congrats, I bet that is a wonderful feeling and I can't wait for moments like that myself. I love industrial myself. I like industrial music myself and Rammstein is fun, it's kind of like industrial meets metal Thanks for sharing a successful moment with us!

Thank you! Yes, Rammstein is awesome, there has always been trouble with are they hard industrial or punk with hardcore, etc...but anyway the show was top three in presentation that I have ever seen. I have been to many, many shows.

If you are familliar then you probably know how hardcore these get - and one thing I did not mention was I was seated to where we were all standing and just going at it for the whole four hours - and no tired feeling, soreness, achy feet, etc.

Pookey, Great NSV!!! I am laughing because your friend didn't recognize you! That's terrific!

BTW, My sons love Rammstein, so I've definitely heard a good bit of their music! Pretty good, IMO!

How fun not to be recognized.

That is awesome! It is the best feeling to have someone not recognize you! My son has been on the same little league baseball team 2 seasons & his coach came up to me at the start of this one & shook my hand & introduced himself! I just laughed & said who I was - he was embarrassed but I said don't be you just made my day!!!!

Thank you for sharing! I love reading about these and you definitely did not overshare The NSV's are what make this whole process worth it. More than numbers and even clothing sizes. The NSV's make us shout for joy and plaster smiles on our faces... to read that someone else is experiencing it as well is an awesome feeling! It makes me feel proud, even though I don't know you personally.

Good job and keep it up! I am so happy for you!

Awesome thanks for sharing enjoyed reading ..wanted more lol keep up with ur amazing success!