I had surgery on 11/29 and I’m trying to not focus too much on the numbers on the scale or on my clothes.

My non scale victories since 11/29

Had to have a spacer put on my wedding ring

I’m wearing a coat I haven’t worn in 2 yrs

I got rid of my pre-surgery work uniforms

I’ve cleaned my closet twice already

What are your non scale victories?!

I love everyone’s victories. I’m fitting clothes I haven’t worn in years. My watch is loose. I look about 10 years younger. And my neck isn’t as thick as it was. My necklace is laying as it should. I can cross my legs now...both directions. I’m waiting for my feet to shrink to get my shoe obsession going again. My poor husband. ?

Yesterday my wife and I went to a play and I was sitting next to her and someone else and I just...sat in the chair. Didn’t have to worry about spilling over into the stranger’s chair. Is that how it is for most of the population?

I think so. I always worry about that on planes. So looking forward to traveling without worrying about someone having a heart attack when they see me sitting in their row. And not needing a seatbelt extension. That was the worst!

1 hour ago, tmrtyty2018 said:

My watch is loose.

Yeah ... nice to have to tighten the band or to put more holes in a belt.

I also like that my business shirts are "swimming" on me ... very loose ... and the necks are so loose ... 5cm (two inches) or more too large now.

56 minutes ago, tmrtyty2018 said:

And not needing a seatbelt extension. That was the worst!

Yes ... the dreaded seat belt extension on aircraft.

I think that I am in range of the regular seat belt now.

Asking for the extension always felt majorly embarrassing for me.

On 10/11/2018 at 7:32 AM, MegPRN said:

purchased off-the-rack at a regular store.

Yes ... a lovely feeling.

I have been able to buy a handful of items off the rack since May this year and I will be looking forward to more in the new year ... my winter clothes will need an upgrade ...

Winter clothes here (Australia) are required mid June to mid August (daytimes) and late May to mid-September (evenings).

Here’s the thing about airplane seatbelts: They start out really long and, whenever there’s a problem with the strap, they just chop off the problematic section. So needing an extender isn’t really a gauge of anything.

That being said, not needing an extender, AND needing to tighten quite a bit of the strap, AND not spilling over into my neighbor’s territory, AND being able to lower the tray table without my belly getting in the way....it’s all petty awesome.

Similar to @abefroman329's story; my friend and I went to a play on Friday. We sat next to each other, and our arms weren't touching at all. Usually, I'm all up in the person's space that is sitting next to me. Not anymore!

I’m actually tucking in my shirts into my pants/skirts. I haven’t done this in years. I’m so used to leaving them out and maybe having a belt/waist cincher. I’ve actually bought a few more to help make shirts more wearable a little longer.

Last night I went on an hour walk and covered like 4 miles. Old me couldn’t have done that.

This stall is kicking my butt and these NSV’s are super helpful.

3 hours ago, FancyChristine15 said:

Similar to @abefroman329's story; my friend and I went to a play on Friday. We sat next to each other, and our arms weren't touching at all. Usually, I'm all up in the person's space that is sitting next to me. Not anymore!

Love it!! Keep it going lady! I’m only 2 weeks in and I wish I were 6 months already.

5 minutes ago, tmrtyty2018 said:

Love it!! Keep it going lady! I’m only 2 weeks in and I wish I were 6 months already.

You'll get there!

First 2 NSV:
I fit into a pair of jeans that I haven't been able to fit in 3 years! And they actually fit well. There was no sucking in or squeezing involved.

I was able to zip closed my north face jacket I have never been able to zip closed. I bought it last year on clearance ($20!!). I haven't been able to buy a winter jacket I could close in years (short with an oversized bottom).

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I've got one, I've got one. I have a very pretty front fastening bra, a name brand , not merely a better than nothing" big box store" type. I would know except I tend to cut tags out, I can be an "itchy" being.
Anyway, in the past when I tried wearing it, I immediately removed it when coming home, just too uncomfortable to wear! This morning I got it out of the vanity drawer, It not only fits, I think there is at least a quarter to half inch leeway in the band, and my band has been the same around for years, and at 72 Years are Years. Even Big Girls like pretty things, even more than usual, Danged Hard to find! So the Girls are happy, I still can breathe and after a Rotten Abysmal night, maybe things are turning around!???

Two weeks ago I was able to join my husband and group of friends on a 2 day motorcycle ride touring the Frio Canyon and Hill Country in central Texas. We also visited the LBJ ranch, Garrison Distillery and Luckenbach. All told, 560 miles ridden from Saturday morning until Sunday evening. I could never have done this 5 months ago.

I am in the white shirt?

1 minute ago, MIZ60 said:

Two weeks ago I was able to join my husband and group of friends on a 2 day motorcycle ride touring the Frio Canyon and Hill Country in central Texas. We also visited the LBJ ranch, Garrison Distillery and Luckenbach. All told, 560 miles ridden from Saturday morning until Sunday evening. I could never have done this 5 months ago.

I am in the white shirt?

You look so beautiful and happy!!! Congrats on your major accomplishment!!!! So glad you had fun!