I Finally Got To Dress Up For Christmas!

[lnelson796 117]

My husband's work has had a Christmas party every year for the last 10 years or so, and I have always been jealous of the wives who could wear the pretty holiday clothes. I'd put on the best thing I had and hide in the corner, not willing to spend the money on something that I knew wouldn't live up to the other outfits. But this year I had the time of my life shopping with my friends and picking out THE DRESS! I'm not at goal yet, but just being able to dress with confidence was amazing!  

[purplefaery 48]

Wow! Simply beautiful!

[VSGAnn2014 12,992]

Wow! What a classy look. And you look lovely. You should be very, very proud.

A.

[Lorie269 392]

WOW! You look amazing!

[lnelson796 117]

Thank you! I forgot my stats: I started at 285 and I'm down to 195. Have gone from a size 24 to a solid 16. Able to wear some 14's.

[obxhousewife 24]

Congratulations. You look sooooo pretty! I'm down from a 20-22 into a 16 now. I wonder if I look as good as you?

I started at 238 and I'm down to 208. (I'm on the bike at the Y right now, and I haven't weighed since Wednesday, so I might be less...)

[lnelson796 117]

Sounds like it's time for you to take some pictures too! Although I hate having my picture taken, I've been taking one every two months and it actually helps to see the progress.

[scarlet333 386]

I know what you mean about hiding at parties. I would find a seat and not move all night until time to leave. Hopefully drawing as little attention as possible. Yesterday was at a party and I actually got up and danced!

[lnelson796 117]

Good for you! It's so nice to participate in life instead of just watching others have fun.

[notmeanymore 629]

Look at you Miss Red Carpet! You look beautiful. You should be very proud of yourself. Your hubby will be showing you off all night! Congrats!

[sanks51 214]

Gorgeous!! Look at you in your LBD, complete with sparkles! Well done.

[nesa83 89]

Stunning!! Congrats!!

[Seela 1,187]

You look absolutely stunning

[lnelson796 117]

Thank you!

[gamergirl 4,609]

You look great! While I was never able to hide at my work Christmas parties and was expected to mingle, I can totally relate to the stress of "why bother?" And wishing I could wear beautiful party dresses instead of wearing whatever covered up my rolls of fat the best. I too am not at goal, but am enjoying the journey.

Ain't life grand?