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Hi Everyone! I usually don't do much topic starting, but I thought I would share. One of the things I wondered about pre-sleeve is if I was going to be successful. I was the world's WORST dieter. I was even worse with sticking to anything long term. The sleeve has changed my life 100% for the better. Granted, there have been some adjustments that have to be made (like new allergic reactions to foods etc), but I wouldn't change this. I was walking in the mall last weekend and walked by Victoria's Secret. I have never purchased any bras (or anything matter of fact) from in there, my chest was just too big. I thought, what the heck, lemme check it out. I need new bras anyway (semi-annual sale, extra 25% COME ON!!). Let me start by saying I was a 42DD (even a 42DD at times this time last year), so I was a little apprehensive. I still think of myself as big (that still is taking some time to adjust to). I walked out of the store with a 34DDD and a 36DD, And they were sexy bras (too bad I am the only one that sees them lol)! I skipped all the way to the car! Woohoo!! I finally cut up my Torrid credit card (plus size store), and paid off the bill. Victoria's Secret here I come! :) I've gone from a tight 20, to a size 8/10, size medium/large shirts. The only thing that hasn't changed are my feet.....still an 11, but now I don't have to get wide width calves!

I never thought I would have this opportunity!

Thanks for reading, and have a FABULOUS day!

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This was supposed say (even a 44DD at this time last year).

Can't edit from my kindle!!!!! Ugh!

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Wow! So you just lived one of my dreams. Congratulations on your progress! I have walked by that store so many times for so many years hoping I would one day be able to purchase bras and panties from there.

I am still not quite there but I am not too far off.

I am however able to purchase some clothes from normal stores and am close to moving down another size here in the next 5/10 lbs.

I cannot wait to cut up my Layne Bryant card. I think there will be a huge celebration at my house.

I have had to replace all my shoes because I now take a medium width! I love shoe shopping!

By the way, I have always hated shopping, now I look forward to trying on clothes!

Congratulations again on your great success and thanks for sharing your wins! I guess I will live vicariously through you until I lose the next couple of sizes.

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Wow! So you just lived one of my dreams. Congratulations on your progress! I have walked by that store so many times for so many years hoping I would one day be able to purchase bras and panties from there.

I am still not quite there but I am not too far off.

I am however able to purchase some clothes from normal stores and am close to moving down another size here in the next 5/10 lbs.

I cannot wait to cut up my Layne Bryant card. I think there will be a huge celebration at my house.

I have had to replace all my shoes because I now take a medium width! I love shoe shopping!

By the way, I have always hated shopping, now I look forward to trying on clothes!

Congratulations again on your great success and thanks for sharing your wins! I guess I will live vicariously through you until I lose the next couple of sizes.

Hi DJMohr,

Thanks so much for your response! I know EXACTLY what you mean about shopping. I hated shopping! That's why I LOVE shoes too! I have tons of shoes, and felt that was the only thing that I could buy that wouldn't make me feel so disappointed when I put them on!!! Clothes shopping has gotten a little more fun :). I still can't grasp the size change, and I feel like if I grab a size and it doesn't fit I will disappointed.

If I can he there you can definitely get to your goal! Good luck to you! Keep you eyes on the prize (sexy Victoria's Secret bras and panties lol).

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Ditto! Thanks for the post! Look forward to having a sexy bra someday! I have a bad ankles and knees so shoes are always practical and simple.

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