So I was out shopping with my husband and he pulled me into New York and Company. This used to be my favorite store until I couldnt fit into their clothes anymore. The largest size they have in the store (in jeans) is an 18. I started at a size 20 in plus size jeans. He took the 18, and sent me into the dressing room. I gave myself a pep-talk....this isn't a plus size store. The 18s might be tight but that's ok. If you went into Lane Bryant they would probably be a little loose. You'll get there. So I pulled them up, suprisingly easily, and smiled when I realized they were too big. I asked him to get me a 16. He came back. They fit pretty good. He said, "just for the hell of it, let's try a 14....if you keep losing weight they will fit in no time". So I did. AND THEY FIT!!!!! I lost it. Cried like a baby right in the dressing room. I still can't believe it. I am wearing a size 14 jean from a regular, non-plus-sized store and I can breathe at the same time! I'm really doing this. I can do this! WE CAN DO THIS!!!!

Now, THAT'S what I'm talking about! The only thing I can fit comfortably from NY&C is a blouse, maybe...sometimes lol

Congratulations!! I'm actually carrying with you,. I'm so happy for you. I used to love NY&C until I got too big. Was just banded a week ago but I hope to be where you are soon. Congrats again!!

Congratulations on you NSV, may you have many more in 2014. :-)

Congratulations. I have to say, I was crying happy tears for you just imagining the possibilities for myself. Keep up the good work and work those size 14 jeans!!!!

Amazing NSV!

I am so happy for you - all that hard work & you are doing it!!! That's great!!

that is absolutely amazing. wtg. that is something to cry about. your husband must be so proud of you. good job

And THAT is what it is all about....

It's a great victory to be able to walk into ANY store, and buy ANY clothing item right off the rack, and have it fit and LOOK GOOD at the same time....

As a man, I always bought shirts, etc, designed so I do not have to tuck them into my pants...let them hang over my belt trying to disguise my gut......NOW everything I wear I tuck into my pants...even t-shirts!

Yippee! So exciting! Now I have shed a tear or two in a dressing room but not tears of happiness. Love this post and bring on those size fourteens!

Way to go....so happy for you.

OMGosh, that is sooooo awesome. That is something you will never forget! I am so happy for you. Looking forward to that day. Thank you for sharing

so amazing. You make me want to cry just by reading this.NSV are the best. I stop stepping on the scale and just go with what my body does and shows me as I lose my inches..You are right..WE CAN AND WE WILL DO THIS!!

Yahoo! Great NSV! Bawl your eyes out! And great to have a supporting hubby! Mine was too while I was actively losing! Bets wishes for many more in the New Year! Karen..aka.kll724

Cool husband seems very supportive. Keep up the good work and maybe he will take you on a nice vacation.

Congratulations on you NSV, may you have many more in 2014. :-)

that picture is priceless!!!