I ran a very unscientific poll among my friends. Most of us have what I call "the dumpster pile" in the back of the closet somewhere. It's that pile of clothes you can't wear because you gained weight, but you refuse to give up those beloved bits of wardrobe.

I had four outfits in my "dumpster" along with assorted jeans and a few shirts my fat arms were too uncomfortable to wear. Driven by desperation, I rummaged through that pile yesterday, hoping against all hope that I'd hidden a few pieces of warm clothing in there. (We're having a hard freeze here in Florida --something few of us are prepared to face.)

I pulled out a much-beloved denim duster and jeans combo. I bit my lip and tried it on. Not only did the jeans slide on, I had to adjust the belt! (Faint) Warm, warm, warm!

The doorbell rang. I had a moment of panic and slipped on my clogs before racing to the door.

Whew! UPS man delivering another package of promo items. "Wow, Mrs. A! You've lost weight! Looking good! I know it ain't clean living, ma'am. My wife reads your books."

I laugh, sign his electronic thing, and tell him I have a new LapBand.

His jaw drops. Seems his wife wants one. Now he's anxious to tell her and pulling out his cell as he hops back in the truck.

I go back to my fashion show in my closet and reap two more outfits out of the dumpster pile. A darn good day.

Lena

Too funny on the dumpster diving in the closet. I have a few things that were too tight. I can now wear them and do. I usually clean my closet out once a year. I will have a huge pile of clothing to get rid of. Some of my stuff I just love...I may have a few things taken in. But I am loving checking out new clothing in normal sizes.

My favorite store is having a huge sale and I got a red suede jacket for $39 which was originally $139. I can't wait to wear it to my new granddaughter's Christening.

Good luck with your band. I just love mine.

Wow awesome NSV. I know that made you feel on top of the world!

YEAH FOR YOU I CANT WAIT UNTILL I GO INTO MY PILE YES I DO HAVE A PILE OR TWO. I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO HAVING A TOO FAT PILE REPLACE THOSE. GOOD LUCK