I'm on a business trip - the 2nd one I've taken since surgery and losing almost 67 lbs.

- When I went to pack my suitcase I found that the majority of my suits no longer fit; fortunately I had two that fit nicely -

looser than I ever remember being able to wear them. One of them has always been my favorite.

- Wore a favorite suit today that, as best I can remember, I have not worn in 8+ years. Felt great just walking

around in it and when I looked at myself in the mirror from the side I saw nice curves - instead of bulges

- Before I left I realized it was time to buy new underwear - two sizes smaller - let alone a new smaller slip too. Both fit

nicely, thank you very much

- went out to eat and my napkin did not fall off my lap! Seriously this is huge to me. I've got to believe others

can relate to this. Before I would go through numerous napkins when going out to eat. It was especially

embarassing when with a group. My napkin would fall off my lap very shortly after placing it there; then I

couldn't reach down to pick it up. So I'd ask for another or take an extra from the table only to have the

same thing happen again. Of course, no one ever said anything and I tried to act like nothing was wrong but

this really bothered me. I guess I finally have a lap again

- am enjoying compliments from many people who I haven't seen in a month or so and who can't get over how

much weight I've lost

- it's just so great to be able to sit on the plane and not use an extender belt. I even bought my own years ago

since I was always embarrassed to ask for one.

- caught myself just naturally crossing my legs the other night; whoa didn't even know I could do that again

I hope you guys don't mind me sharing these with you. I always enjoy reading everyone else's and 'm looking forward to lots more to come.

Susie

Woohoo! Good for you. I love reading the nsv's because I have all the same issues. I can't wait to have a lap again!

How inspiring! I'm still pre-op, but love staying motivated by everyone's awesome accomplishments. Keep up the good work