Felt like a million bucks

SO this weekend I had my Company Christmas Party at the Crowne Plaza in Times Square. I tried wearing whatever suites I had on the closet on my climb up the mountain to 345 lbs, but even my smallest suite didnt fit. The Smallest suit I had was a 44 inch waist (52 inch was my biggest)

So off to mens wearhouse I went. I fit into a 36 waist. Not sure what the suite size was as I was actually in shock from the waist size. SO I bought the charcoal grey pin stripe suite with shirt  (size 16.5 previously size 21.5) and tie  to match. Was able to wear a pair of  shoes (hand made in Lndon ) that I hadn't been anle to wear for at least 8 yrs but I paid over $250 for them so I refused to throw them out as I only used them once or twice. Last yr I had just goten divorced and didnt make the party as I was in my post divorce blues but LOOK OUT I was there and feeling like a million bucks. I felt like great and looked just as good. It actually took me over an hour to sit down as I made the rounds from table to table  saying hello to everyone and the constant flow of compliments from spouses of co- workers I havent seen since my last party 2 yrs ago was amazing. I mingled and was very social which prior to my surgery I would sit at my table and make as little conversation as possible. ANy way i felt like the dude version of the belle of the ball. I danced and had a great time I actually met someone there who actually came with a coworker who had just gotten divorced as well. We hit it off dance for like an hour I got her number and will call her this week to make plans for the coming weekend. Perfect weekend.

What a great story!!  I was smiling the whole way through reading your post.  You must feel so proud of yourself!  Good for you -- enjoy every minute.   Maria

Hi BK, Yay, how fantastic that must have felt!   Keep up the great job!

Hi Bk!  I have my post-holiday party in January and I'm looking forward to a similar experience.  Thanks for sharing your wonderful story.  May I ask how you handle all the questions?  Are you out about the surgery or is it a private matter?  I find very little support here on the boards and in meetings about my feelings for privacy and confidentiality.  In fact, some of the women can be down right caddy about it!!  I'm trying to take it all in stride and not allow it to ruin my sense of accomplishment.  Sorry to hear about your divorce but things seem to be looking up for you in that dept as well.  Good luck with all of that.  I know how you feel about getting rid of expensive fat clothes, something bittersweet about that.  I have a few cherished items that I can't seem to part with for some reason.  But I'm having fun shopping for new memories   in more ways than one.....lol

Hey Trish I am very out and about with the surgery. The change is so drastic I couldn't  realistically try to hide it. Everyone at work has ben extremely supportive and positive every step of the way.  I just tell everyone I needed to save my life as my pressure was dangerously high.

Keep your head up and dont let anyone get you down. You got a second chance don't waste it caring about what other people think. I made myself a virtual prisoner in my home because i worried so much about what people thought or what they would say. NEVER AGAIN

And thank you all for your kind words they are very much appreciated

What a nice post. I hope to hear equally as nice stories from you in the future. Keep on doing what you are doing because you are coming along FANTASTICALLY.

Thanks Pennygirl WHat an amazing feeling it was.  Happy Holidyas to you and your family......Enjoy

What a great post, BK.  You were the Dude of the Dance! I'm job-hunting and had to have a suit taken in--I couldn't believe how much they took off!  What a great feeling...My winter coat looks like someone else could climb in with me, but I refuse to buy a new one until next year!   Also, I had a fancy work-related dinner last week.  There was a couple there I hadn't seen in a few years...they kept saying over & over how good I look, and when my back was semi-turned, I saw them talking and she was holding her hands out, widely apart.  I knew she was "showing" him how big I used to be.  She wasn't trying to be mean...but sometimes I feel bad realizing how big I really was and how people saw me.   But you know what, I feel too good to feel bad! Anyway, I digress.  I'm so happy for you, and you'll have to tell us if you enjoy your date! Take care,

BK I am with the Ontario Forum...but just wanted to say Congradulations. I can see really good things happen for you in the future. Sherry