shopping report

I know it's been a while since I initiated a post, but I wanted to
give a small update while I have the time. I have been lurking here,
however!

Last saturday I was scouring garage sales for pants. This summer, my
sizes have started to drop, so I find it hard to buy full priced
clothing while in transition. On the other hand, I can't wear gigantic
clothes.

No luck at any of the tag sales, so I moved on to the Salvation Army.
I walked out of there with 2 pairs of jeans in size 12 (roomy & comfy
for now) 1 pair of jeans in a 10 (I'll get there very very soon, fit
fine, but a little more snug than I care for) and 1 pair of GAP khakis
in...wait for it...size 8. 8! Me! I think the last time I wore an 8, I
was a freshman in high school. I have been a 16 so long I never
imagined the euphoria! LOL! So, I know I'm not an 8 and it was
probably a freak, but they fit me like they came from a tailor. :-)

Great ego boost.

I am 2 lbs away from my original short term goal, so I'm officially
dropping my sig to my next STG. As an added bonus, due to my WOL,
hubby has lost those pesky 20lbs that have plagued him for the last 5
years or so. It's nice to see the family getting healthy!

Ally
212/162/140

"Alex" wrote in message
...
I know it's been a while since I initiated a post, but I wanted to
give a small update while I have the time. I have been lurking here,
however!

Last saturday I was scouring garage sales for pants. This summer, my
sizes have started to drop, so I find it hard to buy full priced
clothing while in transition. On the other hand, I can't wear gigantic
clothes.

No luck at any of the tag sales, so I moved on to the Salvation Army.
I walked out of there with 2 pairs of jeans in size 12 (roomy & comfy
for now) 1 pair of jeans in a 10 (I'll get there very very soon, fit
fine, but a little more snug than I care for) and 1 pair of GAP khakis
in...wait for it...size 8. 8! Me! I think the last time I wore an 8, I
was a freshman in high school. I have been a 16 so long I never
imagined the euphoria! LOL! So, I know I'm not an 8 and it was
probably a freak, but they fit me like they came from a tailor. :-)

Great ego boost.

I am 2 lbs away from my original short term goal, so I'm officially
dropping my sig to my next STG. As an added bonus, due to my WOL,
hubby has lost those pesky 20lbs that have plagued him for the last 5
years or so. It's nice to see the family getting healthy!

Ally
212/162/140

Wow so happy for you!!! I hope to be where you are sometime next year.
You're start weight and goal is similar to mine. Do you mind my asking how
long you have been doing this?
Take Care!
Jen
210/200/140

On Tue, 17 Aug 2004 12:09:42 -0500, "Aquarijen"
wrote:

Wow so happy for you!!! I hope to be where you are sometime next year.
You're start weight and goal is similar to mine. Do you mind my asking how
long you have been doing this?
Take Care!
Jen
210/200/140

Thanks! I have been at it since March. I typically eat 1200 cals m-f
and 1500 on the weekends. I also exercise about 14 hours a week, which
sounds like a lot, but swimming in the summer doesn't feel like work
to me! :-)

I'm not sure what WOE/WOL you're following, but this has worked out
awesome for me and I can live with it forever. :-)

Good Luck & I'll be watching your progress!

Ally
212/162/140

On Tue, 17 Aug 2004 10:10:00 -0600, Alex
wrote:

Last saturday I was scouring garage sales for pants. This summer, my
sizes have started to drop, so I find it hard to buy full priced
clothing while in transition. On the other hand, I can't wear gigantic
clothes.

Wear leggings! They'll last you for many, many pounds.


Barbara Hirsch, Publisher
OBESITY MEDS AND RESEARCH NEWS
The latest in obesity research and weight loss drug development
http://www.obesity-news.com/

On Tue, 17 Aug 2004 10:10:00 -0600, Alex
wrote:

Last saturday I was scouring garage sales for pants. This summer, my
sizes have started to drop, so I find it hard to buy full priced
clothing while in transition. On the other hand, I can't wear gigantic
clothes.

Wear leggings! They'll last you for many, many pounds.


Barbara Hirsch, Publisher
OBESITY MEDS AND RESEARCH NEWS
The latest in obesity research and weight loss drug development
http://www.obesity-news.com/

Congratulations on the weight loss, and on the fun shopping, Ally!
You're doing wonderfully!

Chris

Alex wrote:

No luck at any of the tag sales, so I moved on to the Salvation Army.
I walked out of there with 2 pairs of jeans in size 12 (roomy & comfy
for now) 1 pair of jeans in a 10 (I'll get there very very soon, fit
fine, but a little more snug than I care for) and 1 pair of GAP khakis
in...wait for it...size 8. 8! Me! I think the last time I wore an 8, I
was a freshman in high school. I have been a 16 so long I never
imagined the euphoria! LOL! So, I know I'm not an 8 and it was
probably a freak, but they fit me like they came from a tailor. :-)

Great ego boost.

Good for YOU, Ally! Aren't those smaller clothes a great motivator!?

--
Walking (but mostly biking!) on . . .
Laurie in Maine
207/110 60 inches of attitude!
Start: 2/02 Maintained since 2/03

Alex wrote in alt.support.diet on Tue, 17 Aug 2004:

ol. I have been a 16 so long I never
imagined the euphoria! LOL! So, I know I'm not an 8 and it was
probably a freak, but they fit me like they came from a tailor. :-)

Great ego boost.

Indeed, many congratulations!

I am 2 lbs away from my original short term goal, so I'm officially
dropping my sig to my next STG. As an added bonus, due to my WOL,
hubby has lost those pesky 20lbs that have plagued him for the last 5
years or so. It's nice to see the family getting healthy!

Ally
212/162/140

Very much so - you've done a fantastic job. I am totally impressed, and
if we had smilies on Usenet, I'd put a "bow" one here!
--
Annabel - "Mrs Redboots"
90/88/80kg

Alex wrote in alt.support.diet on Tue, 17 Aug 2004:

ol. I have been a 16 so long I never
imagined the euphoria! LOL! So, I know I'm not an 8 and it was
probably a freak, but they fit me like they came from a tailor. :-)

Great ego boost.

Indeed, many congratulations!

I am 2 lbs away from my original short term goal, so I'm officially
dropping my sig to my next STG. As an added bonus, due to my WOL,
hubby has lost those pesky 20lbs that have plagued him for the last 5
years or so. It's nice to see the family getting healthy!

Ally
212/162/140

Very much so - you've done a fantastic job. I am totally impressed, and
if we had smilies on Usenet, I'd put a "bow" one here!
--
Annabel - "Mrs Redboots"
90/88/80kg

"Alex" wrote in message
...
I know it's been a while since I initiated a post, but I wanted to
give a small update while I have the time. I have been lurking here,
however!

Last saturday I was scouring garage sales for pants. This summer, my
sizes have started to drop, so I find it hard to buy full priced
clothing while in transition. On the other hand, I can't wear gigantic
clothes.

No luck at any of the tag sales, so I moved on to the Salvation Army.
I walked out of there with 2 pairs of jeans in size 12 (roomy & comfy
for now) 1 pair of jeans in a 10 (I'll get there very very soon, fit
fine, but a little more snug than I care for) and 1 pair of GAP khakis
in...wait for it...size 8. 8! Me! I think the last time I wore an 8, I
was a freshman in high school. I have been a 16 so long I never
imagined the euphoria! LOL! So, I know I'm not an 8 and it was
probably a freak, but they fit me like they came from a tailor. :-)

Great ego boost.

I am 2 lbs away from my original short term goal, so I'm officially
dropping my sig to my next STG. As an added bonus, due to my WOL,
hubby has lost those pesky 20lbs that have plagued him for the last 5
years or so. It's nice to see the family getting healthy!

Ally
212/162/140

You're doing great, Ally! Congratulations on the smaller sizes.

Beverly