POOHBEAR7699 41 Posted June 4, 2012 So I haven't posted in a while, but yesterday was a shocker for me & I thought I really need to share this. I am almost 3 months post-op (06/05) and so far I have lost 40lbs (including pre-op lost), including 2 stalls. I can't see the difference but I know the difference in the way that my clothes fit. So yesterday I went shopping for some black slacks & a top for an upcoming job interview @ work. I started this journey wearing a size 20 or 22 on a good day, I do own a few 18's but in the past couple of weeks they are too big in the waist. I found a pair of slacks and a top both in a 16 (not a 16W), went into the dressing room to try them on (thinking that they would be too small, still the BIG GIRL shopping in my head). Lo and behold the pants fit and the top also, I broke down in the dressing room and these were happy tears that were falling. I can't believe that in less than 3 months I am down 3 sizes, my collarbones have made an appearance, and I am 10lbs away from my first 50lbs lost and I will hit ONEDERLAND. My goal for the first 50lbs & Onederland is June 30th. 6 Webchickadee, shortypants, LouiseC and 3 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
futureskinnypants 193 Posted June 4, 2012 awwwwww I got all teary!!! Thats amazing, congrats! Now, shopping will be fun! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VJSlim 156 Posted June 4, 2012 Awesome! Congrats! I can totally understand the collarbone victory. I cant stop standing in front of the mirror and staring at it LOL! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chitowngirl 886 Posted June 4, 2012 Awsome. Good for you. Keep up the good work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alliegb3 112 Posted June 4, 2012 Congratulations! You so deserve it, love! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
favoredone 590 Posted June 4, 2012 Congratulations!!!! Very happy for you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SleeveDreamer 383 Posted June 4, 2012 That's awesome! Yes this surgery will affect your pocket book too! The shopping is sooo fun, isn't it? Everything fits! Congrats! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
POOHBEAR7699 41 Posted June 4, 2012 Thanks everyone for the support, I really appreciate it. This has has been a learning experience for me but I wouldn't change one minute of it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleeve 4 me 910 Posted June 4, 2012 Way to go! Congrats!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Patrick Curl 424 Posted June 5, 2012 Awesome! I can't wait to be able just shop @ Walmart, Target. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Disneytikifan 21 Posted June 5, 2012 congratulations! That is a great victory! I had my surgery because of comorbidities but the loss of clothes sizes has been a joy! Sadly Patrick, even if I lose weight I will still be shopping in the tall section, just not the BIG and tall. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Houston17 115 Posted June 5, 2012 What a wonderful feeling that must be! Congrats! Can't wait to have the same feeling in the future after I get approved! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GivingItMyAll 168 Posted June 5, 2012 You are doing great. Keep p the good work! Sent from my iPad using VST Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
danielbyhalf 16 Posted June 7, 2012 Congratulations that is an amazing story. I can't wait to say good-bye to the big and tall sections. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites