For the most part, I'm picking up stuff at Goodwill and other thrifty stores....but I've decided that once a month, I'm buying something new. Something that fits perfect, even if it doesn't last long. Just one new thing that makes me feel great.

Last month, I got a pair of freaking fantastic skinny jeans from Marshalls.

And this Tuesday I got a very cute fitted hoodie from Kohl's.

Both of these things I'll wear the crap out of in the coming months...and both make me feel smaller than I am and like i've made terrific progress.

I totally get not wanting to blow a lot of money on stuff you can't wear long....

...but don't we deserve a couple of things that fit great and make us feel super amazing and accomplished?

I think we do:)

...off to watch Grace and Frankie! Will I be a Grace or a Frankie??

Fluffy are you going to take a funeral picture of Magic Pants before they go to the compost
Heap? He.has been faithful to you even as he got old and [emoji31].
You could sing
Happy trails to you
Although we'll never be together again
Happy trails to you
You've been a loyal,friend.
With apologies to Roy and Dale, may they rest in peace!

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29 minutes ago, Creekimp13 said:

Fluff,

OMG...I would so dress like FRANKIE! In fact...I kinda do:) LOLOLOL. I think Frankie's earthy weirdness is beautiful. That said, Grace is definitely stunning.

Ok, deal! You be Frankie, I'll be Grace! (I already dress sorta like Frankie...lol, for years. I was Boho Bit*ch.

17 minutes ago, Apple203 said:

...off to watch Grace and Frankie! Will I be a Grace or a Frankie??

Can't wait for you to tell us which one you are! I HEART the crap outta that show and am so sad, I'm done with this season. I may watch it over from the beginning!

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Are they on Netflix? I'm not familiar with them, maybe I've been deprived in Mid-America. Splain,please.

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Are they on Netflix? I'm not familiar with them, maybe I've been deprived in Mid-America. Splain,please.

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Yep, netflix. I started watching season 1 during recovery from surgery. Funny stuff

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Maybe I should buy into it, I feel left out! Sob Sob sniff.

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Maybe I should buy into it, I feel left out! Sob Sob sniff.

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I'm not too far ahead of you. i don't watch tv much

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On my second episode. I am definitely more Grace thank Frankie, right down to the martinis with 2 olives I DO like Frankie's style, tho!

Edited March 11, 20188 yr by Apple203

Pretty sure my investment for the next 6 months is going to be in wrap dresses and spanx, then a couple of outlet mall cardigans. Hopefully I'll be near-ish goal by next October when I have to start looking at layers and outerwear. And I have no problem haunting the local tailor to get those dresses downsized every month or two. It's an investment but probably worth it in the long run.

Yes, it feels great to be able to go down in sizes! From a size 28 to an 8/10 and 5 pounds to go.

But, sadly, for me, I have become somewhat of a shopaholic (online). It is really ridiculous, especially since I am currently really only able to get to doctor's appointments and out for some quick grocery trips on Saturday. I mean, with my now extensive wardrobe, how often am I really going to wear all of these clothes? I really came to grips with my clothes buying problem a few weeks ago. Yes, it is true, food addiction can be replaced with shopping addiction, gambling, alcohol, etc, etc.

Along another line, I am really pissed that I bought so many of these tops that billow out and make me look pregnant! Why did I buy them? Those are the style of clothes that I used to buy when I wanted to hide because I was so overweight. Is anyone else tired of all the billowy styles?

@mylighthouse you are just the beacon I need to see. I'm at a ,loose 26 just about,to go to a 24, About ready to wonder if I'll lose any more while I wait for the Baiatric God's to smile and grant me another audience. I've had a rough road to surgery land, hot thrown into a pothole last month, but maybe things might get fixed. I hope to be smaller when this nightmare is over,maybe a 15/16? But you give me renewed hope I could get even smaller? Gosh you did it, maybe I can also? Thanks for posting today.

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