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Today I am officially not "plus sized" what a colossal NSV for me!



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I went shopping today because I desperately needed pants that fit. I wasn't sure what would fit so I tried on 16's and they were too big. Then I tried on 14's and they were kinda loose. I thought just for jiggles I'd try on some 12's and they fit! I was so shocked I actually broke down crying in the changing room. I have always been good at keeping my emotions locked down tight, but in there at that moment, I totally lost it and started bawling and LOUD. The changing room attendant knocked on the door and asked if I was ok. It took me awhile, but I managed to get the words out that I was ok and that I had found out I was a smaller size than I thought I was. I'M sure she thought I had lost my ever loving mind, but for me, this is a monumental thing. I had been an overweight kid and an obese adult, my entire life! The size I put on and zipped up, I NEVER had been that size. The closest I had to being that size was a size 11 juniors in 4th grade, so here I am, over 30yrs later and I am finally smaller than I was in 4th grade. It was monumental. I also discovered why it's important to check the price tag before falling in love with a pair of pants because $115 for a pair of pants I probably won't get more than a couple months wear out of was just too much, so I had to put them back. Broke my heart, but I did go on to find other 12's and some 14's that worked and I am officially not plus sized anymore. I can shop in the regular section with all the cute clothes!❤️ From 32/34 and some 36 down to a size 12 in less than a year...all I can say is wow! Thanks RNY for giving me a life I didn't know was attainable!

How much do I love this post? More than I can say. I've been following your posts and weight loss journey and this makes me happy beyond happy. I feel like I was there with you as I went through the same thing. We all have our moments when something happens that lets us know we are just normal people again...or sometimes for the first time. Again, let me say as my signature notes.......nothing..and I mean NOTHING...tastes as good as being normal sized feels. :D

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@@gowalking thank you! ❤️your signature really does say it all. Nothing tastes as good as normal feels for sure! It's an amazing feeling and I never thought I'd get here. I can't wait to see what my end result will be! [emoji4]

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Welcome to the world of regular people of normal size....(FYI we are ALL normal, but you know what I mean about societal norms)

it is a shock for some of us to look at an item of clothing and say. "no way this will fit". The amazement when it does is priceless... Makes up for lots of discomfort many of us had along the way. Congratulations.... You are shrinking monthly!!

Enjoy your time ... Wherever you end up is where you need to be for a while.... Keep posting. I enjoy watching others move along this road!!

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Way to go! Congratulations!

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amazing job!

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Woohoo! I am so happy for you!

This post gives me hope. I have not been smaller than a 20 in recent history. The last time I was in an 18 was in high school. I truly can't imagine what it feels like to be in a 12, but seeing your success makes me feel like I have a fighting chance at getting there!

Thank you for sharing!

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@@Sajijoma,

I remember when you started posting here. You have done so well. That was a monumental NSV, so happy for you.

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This is such an awesome story! I'm so happy for you :D

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I am truly awed by your testimonial. That's how it read for me---like a testimonial.

Enjoy your moment. Relish it.

I'm sure you will have many more such moments, but this one will always remain------SPECIAL.

Remember it.

It's yours to own.

You've earned it.

Enjoy it!

Thank you for taking the time to share it.

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Woot woot! Congratulations!

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Congratulations!!

Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

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This is incredible!!! So happy for you. That must've felt amazing I mean to bring you to tears wow what a breakthrough. I went shopping for the first time in a looooooooong time just to look. Usually if I shop, I'm looking with a purpose and I wait for the last possible moment to do so. Yesterday, I went to TJ maxx to look at some clothes for my 12 and 15 year old. I don't get all their back to school stuff at once but I buy a few things to get them started and gradually add pieces into their wardrobe over time.

Sooooooooo I was browsing, and I came across a few tops and sweaters in a Large that although may not be appropriate for this time of year, would be perfect for October November. I put them in my basket. It was such a high to be able to shop for smaller sizes knowing that I would be able to wear them in a month. Anyways I hardly ever use layaway. I put a few items away for myself and a few things for the kids.

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