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I'm wearing a new pair of jeans that are a size 14 (uk or size 10us)

I have NEVER been a size 14 in my life!

When I was a kid, I went from a kids 6 to a juniors 11 to a 16! Even when moving to the UK as a teenager and taking into account size diversions, I've never been this size.

I'm not supposed to wear jeans to work, but my manager was so happy for me, she let me today! (I guess also because my last week is next week) but still.

It's been an amazing 7 months! Three years ago, I lost my stepfather, two years ago i lost my mother and I was at my lowest point mentally and couldn't imagine light at the end of that tunnel, and now I'm happier and healthier than I thought I could ever be again!

Thanks to everyone on this forum as well when I've spiraled and you've kept me inspired.

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Looking Good girlie! I'm so proud of your progress!

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Amazing. Love the photo!! 🤩

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Great job, keep up the good work you are doing for you!!!

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You look terrific. Well done!

Those dress size numbers going down are so rewarding aren't they!! 😁

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That is great for you!! Your size is smaller, and you feel good too, right? How has your health changed since your surgery? I did it for health reasons and would not ever want to go back. Best decision I made and I'm looking forward to see my new life emerge. Congratulations!

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That is awesome!! Congratulations!! I was sooo happy to get out of the 20s to the teens in clothes. Largest was a 26 and right now at 187.2 I'm an 18. Slowly but surely! Happy for you!! 🤗

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On 5/21/2025 at 1:55 AM, NeonRaven8919 said:

I'm wearing a new pair of jeans that are a size 14 (uk or size 10us)

I have NEVER been a size 14 in my life!

When I was a kid, I went from a kids 6 to a juniors 11 to a 16! Even when moving to the UK as a teenager and taking into account size diversions, I've never been this size.

I'm not supposed to wear jeans to work, but my manager was so happy for me, she let me today! (I guess also because my last week is next week) but still.

It's been an amazing 7 months! Three years ago, I lost my stepfather, two years ago i lost my mother and I was at my lowest point mentally and couldn't imagine light at the end of that tunnel, and now I'm happier and healthier than I thought I could ever be again!

Thanks to everyone on this forum as well when I've spiraled and you've kept me inspired.

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Congratulations, you are winning the battle day by day!

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On 5/24/2025 at 5:06 AM, WendyJane said:

That is great for you!! Your size is smaller, and you feel good too, right? How has your health changed since your surgery? I did it for health reasons and would not ever want to go back. Best decision I made and I'm looking forward to see my new life emerge. Congratulations!

I feel so much better! Yes, i did it for health reasons, but I won't lie and say it don't look better now. The only heath problems I realy had apart form the obesity were PCOS os NAFLD (nonalcoholic fatty liver disease). I don't know if the PCOS symptoms have really improved or not since I was asymptomaticfor a long time, but I have been told my liver function has improved significantly because of the weight loss! I used to cycle everywhere when I was bigger, but I couldn't conquer the hills on the bike. (I live in North London, which is basically i smal mountain range compared to the rest of London) Now, I cycle everywhere and I can make (most) hills my b*****s. Just one left that I am training to climb on the bike. I have no reason to take that route except pride at this point.

Yes there is long term damage to my knees and hips, but that wasn't all weight related, I just have flat feet and had problems with my posture that was exacerbated by my weight problems.

I'm glad I did this and the health benefits are definitely the main ones.

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On 5/23/2025 at 7:52 PM, DaisyChainOz said:

You look terrific. Well done!

Those dress size numbers going down are so rewarding aren't they!! 😁

Yes, but I have to buy new clothes and some of my favourite outfits look like tents. I just have to learn how to sew and alter things.

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On 5/29/2025 at 9:10 AM, NeonRaven8919 said:

Yes, but I have to buy new clothes and some of my favourite outfits look like tents. I just have to learn how to sew and alter things.

I tried to alter my clothes but found the neck and arm holes are so big that they end up in the wrong places. I have cut a few of my favorite pieces into quilting squares but there they sit, still waiting to be done.

I have always bought from ebay or charity shops so I never have to bring cost into it. I love Joe Brown clothes, its the hippy in me. I will see one outfit in their catalogue that I like and look for it on Ebay.

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